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Cheap flights from Cairns to California from $583

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
30 nov — 7 dic1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to California flight deals. Data was last updated 31 ottobre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,692

One-way from

$583

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,439
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 26/11-29/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 09m total
  • Cairns to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • Cairns to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($209 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 31 ottobre 2025.

gio 11/1217:35CNS - LAX
1 stop38h 55mQantas Airways
mer 21/120:50LAX - CNS
1 stop32h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,689
mer 26/1106:00CNS - LAX
2 stops25h 24mAir Canada
sab 29/1118:10LAX - CNS
2 stops26h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 29/10$1,692
gio 11/1206:40CNS - LAX
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
mer 21/120:50LAX - CNS
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,853
gio 11/1206:00CNS - LAX
2 stops26h 55mUnited Airlines
mer 21/117:20LAX - CNS
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/10$2,013
gio 11/1206:00CNS - LAX
2 stops24h 26mVirgin Australia
mer 21/122:55LAX - CNS
1 stop22h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 31/10$2,117
mer 17/1219:30CNS - LAX
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar 6/110:55LAX - CNS
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$2,155
ven 14/1117:35CNS - SFO
2 stops40h 00mAir Canada
mar 18/1118:53SFO - CNS
2 stops25h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 30/10$2,191
mer 17/1217:35CNS - LAX
1 stop31h 40mQantas Airways
mer 7/120:50LAX - CNS
1 stop32h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$2,200
dom 21/1223:55CNS - SFO
1 stop26h 30mVirgin Australia
lun 5/123:05SFO - CNS
1 stop26h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/10$2,465
dom 21/1206:00CNS - SFO
2 stops22h 46mMultiple Airlines
lun 5/116:11SFO - CNS
2 stops23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$2,563
mar 18/1119:50CNS - SFO
1 stop30h 35mVirgin Australia
mer 19/1123:05SFO - CNS
1 stop30h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/10$2,675
mar 18/1106:00CNS - SFO
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
mer 19/1118:55SFO - CNS
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10$2,688

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Cairns

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

mer 26/11

06:00-13:24

2 stops25h 24m

Los Angeles

sab 29/11

18:10-14:55

2 stops26h 45m

$1,692

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

gio 11/12

06:40-12:30

1 stop23h 50m

Los Angeles

mer 21/1

20:50-16:50

1 stop26h 00m

$1,853

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

gio 11/12

06:00-12:30

2 stops24h 30m

Los Angeles

mer 21/1

20:50-23:05

1 stop32h 15m

$1,868

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

mer 17/12

19:30-11:50

3 stops34h 20m

Los Angeles

mar 6/1

10:55-09:55

1 stop29h 00m

$2,155

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

ven 14/11

17:35-15:35

2 stops40h 00m

San Francisco

mar 18/11

18:53-14:00

2 stops25h 07m

$2,191

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

mer 17/12

15:35-07:15

1 stop33h 40m

Los Angeles

mar 6/1

21:25-11:50

1 stop20h 25m

$2,394

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

dom 14/12

11:35-07:25

1 stop37h 50m

Los Angeles

dom 21/12

21:35-23:05

1 stop31h 30m

$2,427

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

dom 21/12

23:55-08:25

1 stop26h 30m

San Francisco

lun 5/1

23:05-19:05

1 stop26h 00m

$2,465

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

gio 11/12

06:00-07:15

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

mar 20/1

00:38-11:50

2 stops41h 12m

$2,471

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

dom 21/12

06:00-10:46

2 stops22h 46m

San Francisco

lun 5/1

16:11-09:20

2 stops23h 09m

$2,563

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $879). Flying from Cairns to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,489). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 ottobre 2025.

When flying from Cairns to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 31 ottobre 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Cairns to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
208 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
422 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
925 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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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 24h 30m. Fly via Air Canada, Qantas Airways, or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. There are 11563 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to California.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $879). Flying from Cairns to California in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,489). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Cairns to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$879Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,268Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,448Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,500Average$1,655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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