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Cheap flights from Cairns to California from $868

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2026.

Thu 11/612:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 25/623:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/3$1,082
Wed 6/515:45
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 45m
Qantas Airways
Wed 13/521:50
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop21h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 22/3$1,272
Thu 29/1006:00
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops28h 41m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1123:59
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops41h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,326
Wed 6/506:45
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/522:10
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,336
Fri 8/519:10
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/523:55
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,365
Thu 11/611:20
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop22h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 25/622:10
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,384
Wed 6/510:15
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/513:40
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,387
Sun 26/713:40
CNS
-
SFO
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sun 6/922:30
SFO
-
CNS
1 stop22h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,401
Wed 6/506:00
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops24h 34m
Air Canada
Wed 13/512:20
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops34h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,415
Tue 21/413:40
CNS
-
SFO
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Tue 5/522:30
SFO
-
CNS
1 stop21h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,424
Sun 26/706:00
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/923:25
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,443
Thu 7/515:35
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops25h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/513:40
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,454

Find flight deals from Cairns to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to California flight deals. Data was last updated 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,272

One-way from

$868

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,513
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • Cairns to California
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • Cairns to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

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Price

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CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 11/6

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 25/6

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

$1,082

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 11/6

13:55-16:30

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles

Thu 25/6

22:10-10:35

1 stop19h 25m

$1,384

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-17:45

2 stops22h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 8/5

22:30-12:55

1 stop21h 25m

$1,578

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 6/5

06:00-06:35

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 13/5

10:05-13:00

2 stops33h 55m

$1,654

CairnsLong Beach

CNS - LGB

CNSLGB

Cairns

Tue 11/8

06:45-20:36

2 stops30h 51m

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 15/8

07:00-13:40

2 stops37h 40m

$1,786

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 29/4

06:45-14:30

1 stop24h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/5

23:30-18:25

1 stop25h 55m

$1,789

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 8/5

19:10-14:30

1 stop36h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 15/5

23:55-23:20

2 stops30h 25m

$1,819

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 2/9

18:15-09:50

1 stop32h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 6/9

11:45-17:00

1 stop36h 15m

$2,079

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 11/6

06:00-13:05

2 stops24h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 25/6

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

$2,119

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 4/9

18:15-09:50

1 stop32h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 7/9

11:45-17:00

1 stop36h 15m

$2,179

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to California?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $833). Flying from Cairns to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,529). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 26 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Cairns to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,010 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Cairns, you will be flying from Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to California in 17h 35m. Fly via Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 11296 km between Cairns and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Cairns to California are Cairns - Los Angeles, Cairns - San Francisco and Cairns - Long Beach Municipal.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to California?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $833). Flying from Cairns to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,529). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,195Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,356Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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