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Cheap flights from Cairns to Los Angeles from $887

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,226

One-way from

$887

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,810
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 2/8-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Cairns to Los Angeles
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • Cairns to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($120 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Cairns to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Cairns to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2025.

Sat 2/811:55CNS - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 16/822:10LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/7$1,226
Sat 2/815:35CNS - LAX
2 stops36h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/812:20LAX - CNS
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,618
Sat 23/817:35CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 30/823:10LAX - CNS
1 stop24h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/7$1,700
Sun 24/818:35CNS - LAX
2 stops45h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 30/801:25LAX - CNS
2 stops41h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/7$1,801
Wed 26/1118:35CNS - LAX
1 stop43h 20mSingapore Airlines
Sat 29/1122:05LAX - CNS
1 stop25h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,991
Thu 11/1206:00CNS - LAX
2 stops26h 55mVirgin Australia
Wed 21/118:00LAX - CNS
2 stops28h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/7$2,025
Wed 26/1106:00CNS - LAX
2 stops23h 53mAir Canada
Sat 29/1114:10LAX - CNS
2 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 8/7$2,028

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Cairns

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 2/8

11:55-13:20

1 stop18h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 16/8

22:10-10:45

1 stop19h 35m

$1,226

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 2/8

15:35-11:19

2 stops36h 44m

Los Angeles

Sat 16/8

12:20-20:55

2 stops39h 35m

$1,618

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 23/8

17:35-14:25

1 stop37h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 30/8

23:10-16:30

1 stop24h 20m

$1,700

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 24/8

18:35-22:35

2 stops45h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 30/8

01:25-11:35

2 stops41h 10m

$1,801

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 26/11

18:35-19:55

1 stop43h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 29/11

22:05-17:20

1 stop25h 15m

$1,991

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 11/12

06:00-14:55

2 stops26h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

18:00-16:40

2 stops28h 40m

$2,025

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 26/11

06:00-11:53

2 stops23h 53m

Los Angeles

Sat 29/11

14:10-14:55

2 stops30h 45m

$2,028

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 27/9

12:40-12:55

1 stop17h 15m

$887

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 31/7

19:00-06:00

1 stop28h 00m

$998

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 15/12

06:00-17:45

2 stops29h 45m

$1,178

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Los Angeles

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Los Angeles (average of $790). Flying from Cairns to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 11 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Fiji Airways, andAir New Zealand from Cairns to Los Angeles. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairns to Los Angeles round-trip from $1,226. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $1,700, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,801. Air New Zealand is 16% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Los Angeles one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $887. Qantas Airways flights start at $998 while deals on United Airlines start at $1,178 one-way.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Los Angeles (average of $790). Flying from Cairns to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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 Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$879Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,232Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,458Average$1,916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,501Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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