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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United States from $498

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Mon 1/1217:35CNS - HNL
2 stops59h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1208:15HNL - CNS
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,636
Mon 29/1212:35CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Thu 22/122:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 24/11$1,716
Mon 1/1215:35CNS - HNL
2 stops34h 40mQantas Airways
Thu 18/1208:15HNL - CNS
2 stops18h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,716
Thu 11/1211:35CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 21/120:50LAX - CNS
1 stop23h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,780
Mon 29/1212:35CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Tue 27/122:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 24/11$1,811
Sat 27/1217:40CNS - LAX
1 stop31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/110:55LAX - CNS
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,073
Sat 27/1217:40CNS - LAX
1 stop31h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 25/121:25LAX - CNS
1 stop20h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/11$2,077
Sat 27/1217:40CNS - LAX
1 stop31h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 21/120:50LAX - CNS
1 stop20h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/11$2,089
Sat 27/1217:40CNS - LAX
1 stop31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/122:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,149
Sun 28/1215:45CNS - LAX
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/120:50LAX - CNS
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,208
Sun 28/1215:45CNS - LAX
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/121:25LAX - CNS
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,216
Sun 21/1206:40CNS - SFO
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/116:11SFO - CNS
2 stops23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,343

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,112

One-way from

$498
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 3/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 55m total
  • Cairns to USA
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • Cairns to USA
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to USA 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 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to the United States that are best for you.

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Cairns

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USA

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 3/2

15:35-14:30

1 stop16h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

20:50-16:50

1 stop26h 00m

$1,112

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 1/2

06:00-07:15

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/2

22:50-16:15

1 stop23h 25m

$1,148

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 3/2

10:55-20:24

2 stops27h 29m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/2

07:00-10:15

2 stops33h 15m

$1,155

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 2/2

06:00-14:30

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/2

23:59-11:50

2 stops41h 51m

$1,172

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 2/2

14:50-14:30

1 stop17h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 20/2

20:50-23:05

1 stop32h 15m

$1,176

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 1/2

18:05-12:30

1 stop36h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 21/2

23:59-11:50

2 stops41h 51m

$1,181

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 2/2

14:50-14:50

2 stops42h 00m

Los Angeles

Fri 20/2

22:50-10:45

1 stop41h 55m

$1,259

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Mon 16/3

06:40-09:00

1 stop22h 20m

Honolulu

Fri 20/3

10:45-08:20

1 stop25h 35m

$1,444

CairnsSeattle

CNS - SEA

CNSSEA

Cairns

Wed 18/2

15:35-22:46

2 stops25h 11m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 22/2

17:00-11:00

2 stops48h 00m

$1,468

CairnsAnchorage

CNS - ANC

CNSANC

Cairns

Fri 27/3

12:05-00:39

2 stops30h 34m

Anchorage

Sun 12/4

23:55-11:15

2 stops41h 20m

$1,556

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Deals found on 25/11

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to USA

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to the United States

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $881). Flying from Cairns to USA in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,504). 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 US?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to USA in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to USA?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to USA. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to USA flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Cairns to the United States 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
209 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
486 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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 United States?

    For a flight from Cairns to United States, you will be flying from Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to USA?

    A quick flight from Cairns to USA can take about 16h 55m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,112. The distance between Cairns and USA is about 11563 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to USA?

    While some choose either Cairns - Seattle/Tacoma Intl or Cairns - Anchorage, Cairns - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Cairns to USA.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to USA 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 USA?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $881). Flying from Cairns to USA in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,504). 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 USA

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to USA. 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$887Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,280Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,453Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,514Average$1,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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