Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Cairns to North America from $902

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
2 Jul — 9 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to North America

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from Cairns to North America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to North America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 June 2026.

Wed 19/806:45
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/923:55
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,353
Tue 14/706:50
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop40h 10m
Qantas Airways
Tue 21/721:50
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop21h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 31/5$1,378
Thu 20/812:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/923:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,399
Wed 19/811:20
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop22h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/921:50
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop25h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/6$1,415
Thu 16/711:20
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop22h 45m
Qantas Airways
Thu 30/721:30
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/5$1,417
Sun 1/1117:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop32h 20m
Qantas Airways
Mon 30/1122:35
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops26h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/6$1,452
Tue 20/1006:00
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops23h 09m
Air Canada
Sat 24/1012:15
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops32h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/5$1,830
Wed 19/806:00
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/917:24
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops25h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,833
Thu 29/1009:25
CNS
-
MCI
2 stops52h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1107:00
MCI
-
CNS
2 stops36h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,916
Fri 12/606:00
CNS
-
EWR
2 stops33h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 21/718:00
EWR
-
CNS
2 stops36h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/5$1,960
Fri 12/606:00
CNS
-
EWR
2 stops37h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 22/717:00
EWR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/5$1,964
Fri 7/806:00
CNS
-
EWR
2 stops28h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 7/218:00
EWR
-
CNS
2 stops29h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,967

Find flight deals from Cairns to North America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to North America flight deals. Data was last updated 2 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,353

One-way from

$902
19/8-7/9
  • 19/8-7/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 50m total
  • Cairns to North America
Search Deals
2/8
  • 2/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 50m total
  • Cairns to North America
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to North America 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to North America that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 14/7

06:50-06:00

1 stop40h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

21:50-11:50

1 stop21h 00m

$1,378

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 16/7

11:20-17:05

1 stop22h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 30/7

21:30-10:35

1 stop20h 05m

$1,417

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 19/8

11:20-17:05

1 stop22h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

21:50-11:50

1 stop21h 00m

$1,424
Fastest return journey

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 20/8

15:45-17:05

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

23:30-15:00

2 stops22h 30m

$1,482

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 20/10

06:00-12:09

2 stops23h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 24/10

12:15-14:00

2 stops32h 45m

$1,830

CairnsKansas City

CNS - MCI

CNSMCI

Cairns

Thu 29/10

09:25-23:01

2 stops52h 36m

Kansas City

Mon 2/11

07:00-11:05

2 stops36h 05m

$1,916

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Wed 11/11

09:25-07:28

2 stops37h 03m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

12:24-11:05

2 stops31h 41m

$2,006

CairnsVancouver

CNS - YVR

CNSYVR

Cairns

Mon 6/7

12:40-14:30

1 stop42h 50m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 13/7

10:45-04:30

1 stop24h 45m

$2,171

CairnsVancouver

CNS - YVR

CNSYVR

Cairns

Sat 8/8

06:45-19:58

2 stops30h 13m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 21/8

01:05-05:35

2 stops35h 30m

$2,185

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 14/7

11:20-14:30

2 stops20h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

17:52-15:00

3 stops28h 08m

$2,293

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 2/6

Showing 1-10 of 60 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to North America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to North America from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to North America

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to North America (average of $882). Flying from Cairns to North America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,437). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing North America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North America. 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 North America. Reviews last updated 2 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Cairns to North America by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
243 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
645 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
1,042 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
243 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to North America. 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 North America?

    Located just 4.4 km from the city centre, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to North America from Cairns.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to North America?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways, Air Canada, and American Airlines fly from Cairns to North America in about 23h 09m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 29h 27m. The distance from Cairns to North America is about 11296 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to North America?

    While some choose either Cairns - Los Angeles Los Angeles or Cairns - Edmonton, Cairns - Vancouver Intl is the most popular route from Cairns to North America.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to North America?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to North America 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 North America?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to North America (average of $882). Flying from Cairns to North America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,437). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Cairns to North America

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Brisbane to Sydney flights
Brisbane to Melbourne flights
Brisbane to Denpasar flights
Brisbane to Heathrow flights
Brisbane to Gatwick flights
Brisbane to Stansted flights
Brisbane to Narita flights
Brisbane to Avalon flights
Brisbane to London City flights
Coolangatta to Melbourne flights
Coolangatta to Sydney flights
Brisbane to Suvarnabhumi flights
Brisbane to Los Angeles flights
Brisbane to Queenstown flights
Brisbane to Manila flights
Brisbane to Cairns flights
Coolangatta to Avalon flights
Brisbane to Vancouver Intl flights
Brisbane to Singapore flights
Brisbane to Haneda flights
Brisbane to Charles de Gaulle flights
Brisbane to Hongqiao Intl flights
Brisbane to Perth flights
Maroochydore to Melbourne flights
Brisbane to Hobart flights
Brisbane to Don Mueang Intl flights
Brisbane to Kuala Lumpur Intl flights
Brisbane to Kathmandu flights
Brisbane to Istanbul flights
Brisbane to Christchurch flights
Brisbane to Hong Kong flights
Coolangatta to Denpasar flights
Brisbane to Pu Dong flights
Brisbane to Frankfurt flights
Brisbane to Auckland flights
Brisbane to Nadi flights
Brisbane to Leonardo da Vinci/Fiumicino flights
Brisbane to Ho Chi Minh City flights
Brisbane to Kansai Intl flights
Brisbane to Guangzhou flights
Brisbane to Phuket City flights
Coolangatta to Queenstown flights
Brisbane to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl flights
Townsville to Melbourne flights
Brisbane to Adelaide flights
Brisbane to New Delhi flights
Brisbane to Launceston flights
Brisbane to Wellington flights
Maroochydore to Sydney flights
Brisbane to Proserpine flights

Top 3 airlines flying from Cairns to North America

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to North America. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$883Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,076Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,160Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search Air New Zealand flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Cairns to North America?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Cairns to North America. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Cairns to North America?

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to North America from Cairns.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Cairns to North America with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Cairns to North America, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Cairns to North America become cheaper?

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from Cairns to North America on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.