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Cheap flights from Cairns to California from $832

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — LAX
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

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

Flights from Cairns to California lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cairns to California in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,422.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to California (CNS - CA)?

When flying from Cairns to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between Cairns and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Cathay Pacific flights we've come across from Cairns to California. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Thu 17/1012:30CNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 20/1000:15SFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/4$2,631
Thu 17/1012:30CNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 20/1000:15SFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/4$2,642

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Cairns and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Air New Zealand flights travelling from Cairns to California. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 17/1010:55CNS - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 21/1022:56SFO - CNS
2 stops41h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/4$2,660
Thu 17/1010:55CNS - SFO
2 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 21/1022:56SFO - CNS
2 stops41h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$2,674

Cairns to California 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and California in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Cairns to California in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 27/1018:35CNS - LAX
1 stop43h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 29/1017:55LAX - CNS
2 stops54h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,996
Sun 27/1018:35CNS - LAX
1 stop43h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 29/1017:55LAX - CNS
2 stops54h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$2,007
Sun 27/1006:00CNS - LAX
2 stops23h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 29/1020:00LAX - CNS
2 stops29h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/4$2,387
Sun 27/1006:00CNS - LAX
2 stops23h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 29/1020:55LAX - CNS
2 stops28h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$2,399
Thu 17/1012:30CNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 20/1000:15SFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/4$2,631
Thu 17/1012:30CNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 20/1000:15SFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/4$2,642
Thu 17/1010:55CNS - SFO
2 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 21/1022:56SFO - CNS
2 stops41h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/4$2,660
Thu 17/1010:55CNS - SFO
2 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 21/1022:56SFO - CNS
2 stops41h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/4$2,674
Sun 27/1019:45CNS - LAX
1 stop28h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 29/1022:35LAX - CNS
1 stop27h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/4$2,745

One-way flights to California from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Cairns to California can choose from these deals. Users can also find round-trip Cairns to California flights by using the search form above.
Sat 31/806:35CNS - LAX
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$832
Fri 5/706:35CNS - SFO
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,004
Sat 31/812:00CNS - SFO
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,013
Sat 31/806:35CNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,018
Sat 31/806:35CNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,021
Fri 5/706:00CNS - LAX
2 stops21h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,026
Fri 5/706:35CNS - SFO
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,027
Sat 31/806:00CNS - SFO
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,030
Sat 31/806:00CNS - LAX
3 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,046

Find flights from Cairns to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 17/10

2 stops50h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 20/10

2 stops42h 35m

$2,631

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 17/10

2 stops50h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 20/10

2 stops42h 35m

$2,642

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 17/10

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 21/10

2 stops41h 49m

$2,660

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 17/10

2 stops30h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 21/10

2 stops41h 49m

$2,674

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 17/10

1 stop30h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 21/10

1 stop25h 45m

$3,235

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 17/10

1 stop30h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 21/10

1 stop25h 45m

$3,252

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Deals found on 23/4

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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 25 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to California, such as Cathay Pacific, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Cathay Pacific
7.9
Good
1,135 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
678 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to California for under $2,700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to California for under $2,700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Cathay Pacific for just $2,631, but on average you can expect to pay $2,848.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to California one-way

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as little as $1,026. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from Cairns to California for a low price.

  • 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.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to California?

    Before booking your flight from Cairns to California, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways or Singapore Airlines.

  • What does CNS to LAX mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Cairns Airport to Los Angeles Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CNS to LAX flight. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to California flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cairns to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,195Average$1,836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,419Average$1,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,455Average$2,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,561Average$2,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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