Cheap flights from Cairns to Riverside from $1,016

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 14/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Sat 6/1212:35CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Sat 24/122:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,437
Fri 5/1215:35CNS - LAX
1 stop16h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1221:35LAX - CNS
1 stop31h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,824
Sat 20/1211:35CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 2/122:50LAX - CNS
1 stop24h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,079
Sat 20/1211:35CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 3/122:50LAX - CNS
1 stop41h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,093
Sat 6/1211:35CNS - LAX
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/121:15LAX - CNS
1 stop42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,152
Thu 11/1211:25CNS - LAX
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 21/121:15LAX - CNS
1 stop42h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$2,497
Sat 20/1208:55CNS - LAX
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/122:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,618
Thu 11/1206:00CNS - LAX
2 stops43h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/112:00LAX - CNS
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,677

Find flight deals from Cairns to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,868

One-way from

$1,016

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,546
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 18/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 05m total
  • Cairns to Riverside
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 14/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 50m total
  • Cairns to Riverside
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($208 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Cairns

Fly to

Riverside

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 18/1

06:00-07:15

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 25/1

23:00-17:30

1 stop24h 30m

$1,887

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 20/12

11:35-07:25

1 stop37h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/1

22:50-16:50

1 stop24h 00m

$2,079

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 20/12

11:35-07:25

1 stop37h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

22:50-10:45

1 stop41h 55m

$2,093

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 23/5

09:25-16:30

1 stop24h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

23:30-12:55

1 stop20h 25m

$2,491

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 20/12

08:55-07:25

2 stops40h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

22:35-11:35

1 stop19h 00m

$2,618

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 19/12

06:40-12:30

1 stop23h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

22:50-10:45

1 stop41h 55m

$2,761

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 20/12

11:25-09:15

1 stop39h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/1

10:55-09:55

1 stop29h 00m

$2,796

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 19/12

11:35-12:30

2 stops42h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

22:50-10:45

1 stop41h 55m

$2,814

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 18/12

07:15-12:30

2 stops47h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

22:35-11:35

1 stop19h 00m

$2,817

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 18/12

17:00-12:30

1 stop37h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/1

22:50-16:50

1 stop24h 00m

$2,827

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 2/12

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Riverside

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Riverside

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Riverside (average of $867). Flying from Cairns to Riverside in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,479). 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Riverside in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Cairns to Riverside to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

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 Riverside?

    Most people fly from Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight from Cairns to Riverside. On average, Cairns has 0 outbound flights to Riverside per day from 4 airlines. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Riverside?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to Riverside in 37h 50m. Fly via Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Cairns to Riverside is about 11563 km.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Riverside (average of $867). Flying from Cairns to Riverside in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,479). 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 Riverside

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$938Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,259Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,429Average$1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,490Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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