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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United States from $675

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
3 Jan — 10 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 4 December 2025.

Sat 6/1212:35CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Sat 24/122:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,442
Thu 11/1206:00CNS - LAX
2 stops22h 47mVirgin Australia
Wed 21/122:55LAX - CNS
1 stop23h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$2,069
Thu 11/1206:00CNS - LAX
2 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/117:20LAX - CNS
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12$2,070
Sat 20/1211:35CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 2/122:50LAX - CNS
1 stop24h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,087
Sat 20/1211:35CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 3/122:50LAX - CNS
1 stop41h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$2,101
Thu 11/1211:35CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 21/121:25LAX - CNS
1 stop24h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$2,131
Sat 6/1211:35CNS - LAX
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/121:15LAX - CNS
1 stop42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,160
Thu 11/1211:25CNS - LAX
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 21/121:15LAX - CNS
1 stop42h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$2,506
Sat 20/1208:55CNS - LAX
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/122:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$2,627
Thu 18/1211:25CNS - LAX
1 stop39h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 4/110:55LAX - CNS
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$2,744
Sun 21/1212:35CNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/117:53SFO - CNS
2 stops23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$3,409
Wed 31/1219:50CNS - SFO
1 stop30h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 7/123:10SFO - CNS
1 stop23h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$3,705

Find flight deals from Cairns to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,289

One-way from

$675
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/3-8/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 22m total
  • Cairns to USA
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21/1
  • 21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 00m 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 4 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to the United States that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

USA

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 4/3

15:35-18:42

2 stops21h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

23:35-11:50

2 stops43h 15m

$1,289

CairnsSeattle

CNS - SEA

CNSSEA

Cairns

Wed 18/2

15:35-22:46

2 stops25h 11m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 22/2

23:59-11:00

2 stops41h 01m

$1,532

CairnsPortland

CNS - PDX

CNSPDX

Cairns

Tue 17/2

06:00-09:15

2 stops21h 15m

Portland

Sat 21/2

15:15-14:55

2 stops29h 40m

$1,626

CairnsDallas

CNS - DFW

CNSDFW

Cairns

Sat 14/2

11:25-04:56

2 stops33h 31m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 18/2

22:55-09:55

1 stop43h 00m

$1,648

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 5/3

06:00-16:53

2 stops25h 53m

Newark

Mon 9/3

18:25-14:00

2 stops29h 35m

$1,694

CairnsAnchorage

CNS - ANC

CNSANC

Cairns

Fri 27/3

11:35-00:39

2 stops55h 04m

Anchorage

Sun 12/4

23:55-14:10

2 stops44h 15m

$1,758

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 23/5

18:20-05:10

2 stops51h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 27/5

07:00-12:55

2 stops36h 55m

$1,790

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 17/1

11:25-21:00

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

22:55-09:55

1 stop41h 00m

$1,838

CairnsKansas City

CNS - MCI

CNSMCI

Cairns

Fri 13/2

17:35-13:12

2 stops35h 37m

Kansas City

Tue 17/2

14:02-16:50

2 stops34h 48m

$1,859

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 17/1

15:35-10:34

2 stops36h 59m

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

18:50-14:00

2 stops25h 10m

$1,881

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to USA

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Cheapflights Insights

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 $870). Flying from Cairns to USA in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 4 December 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 4 December 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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

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
544 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

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
426 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

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
947 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

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
488 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

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 21h 07m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,289. The distance between Cairns and USA is about 11296 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 - San Francisco, 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to USA?

    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 $870). Flying from Cairns to USA in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 4 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$941Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,263Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,434Average$1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,495Average$1,616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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