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Cheap flights from Cairns to North America from $560

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 29 July 2026.

Wed 2/906:45
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/923:10
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,206
Sat 5/1212:35
CNS
-
HNL
1 stop29h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 17/1222:55
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops16h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 26/7$1,232
Tue 8/915:45
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop18h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sun 27/921:30
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/7$1,271
Mon 7/906:45
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops47h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/923:55
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,273
Thu 19/1118:05
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/1222:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,328
Wed 9/911:20
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops26h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/916:12
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops26h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,355
Wed 2/911:20
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops20h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 9/923:30
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops22h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/7$1,371
Fri 11/906:45
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/923:25
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,376
Tue 8/911:20
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/920:03
LAX
-
CNS
3 stops25h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,387
Fri 11/906:00
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/923:10
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,412
Thu 10/912:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Tue 8/1222:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 27/7$1,432
Fri 11/913:40
CNS
-
SFO
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Fri 18/922:30
SFO
-
CNS
1 stop22h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/7$1,527

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 29 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,111

One-way from

$560
19/1-1/2
  • 19/1-1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 55m total
  • Cairns to North America
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 22/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • Cairns to North America
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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 29 July 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Tue 19/1

18:05-09:00

1 stop34h 55m

Honolulu

Mon 1/2

10:45-08:30

2 stops25h 45m

$1,191

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Tue 19/1

15:40-09:00

2 stops37h 20m

Honolulu

Mon 1/2

10:45-10:55

2 stops28h 10m

$1,289

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 9/9

11:20-21:16

2 stops26h 56m

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

16:12-11:50

2 stops26h 38m

$1,355

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 11/9

06:45-13:40

2 stops23h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 18/9

23:25-18:25

2 stops26h 00m

$1,376

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 8/9

11:20-17:05

1 stop22h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 27/9

20:03-15:00

3 stops25h 57m

$1,387

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 11/9

06:00-17:05

1 stop28h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 18/9

23:10-13:40

1 stop21h 30m

$1,412

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 11/9

15:45-17:05

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 18/9

23:30-15:00

2 stops22h 30m

$1,492

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 11/9

13:40-17:45

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 18/9

22:30-13:40

1 stop22h 10m

$1,527

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Mon 7/9

19:10-10:40

1 stop35h 30m

Honolulu

Mon 14/9

12:00-09:20

1 stop25h 20m

$1,570

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Mon 2/11

06:00-21:00

2 stops30h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/11

14:36-11:05

2 stops29h 29m

$1,599

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to North America

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to North America (average of $1,114). Flying from Cairns to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,876). 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 29 July 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
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
656 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,073 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

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  • 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, American Airlines, and Fiji Airways fly from Cairns to North America in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 55m. The distance from Cairns to North America is about 11487 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 - Newark or Cairns - New York John F Kennedy Intl, 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?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to North America (average of $1,114). Flying from Cairns to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,876). 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 3 airlines flying from Cairns to North America

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$911Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,111Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,216Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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