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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United States from $881

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
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 20 July 2026.

Wed 2/919:10
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/923:55
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,204
Sat 29/812:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 12/923:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 18/7$1,211
Thu 27/812:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 10/923:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 18/7$1,213
Thu 27/812:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 12/923:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 18/7$1,246
Thu 13/819:10
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/823:55
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,287
Mon 26/1012:35
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 12/1122:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 16/7$1,349
Mon 26/1009:25
CNS
-
SEA
2 stops48h 23m
American Airlines
Fri 30/1012:04
SEA
-
CNS
2 stops30h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,605
Wed 4/1106:00
CNS
-
PDX
2 stops33h 20m
American Airlines
Sun 8/1106:00
PDX
-
CNS
2 stops35h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,608
Sat 29/815:35
CNS
-
PDX
2 stops25h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/906:35
PDX
-
CNS
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,695
Fri 14/819:10
CNS
-
HNL
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/811:50
HNL
-
CNS
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,697
Tue 4/819:10
CNS
-
HNL
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/811:50
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,701
Thu 5/1106:00
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops22h 32m
Air Canada
Mon 9/1109:00
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops35h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/7$1,774

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 20 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,204

One-way from

$881
2/9-9/9
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 25m total
  • Cairns to USA
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  • American Airlines
  • 9/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
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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 20 July 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 3/9

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

$1,257

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 27/8

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/9

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

$1,363

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 6/8

11:20-17:05

1 stop22h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 24/8

21:50-11:50

1 stop21h 00m

$1,415

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 2/9

15:45-17:05

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

23:30-15:00

2 stops22h 30m

$1,488

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 30/10

11:35-19:05

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/11

21:45-22:40

1 stop30h 55m

$1,494

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 30/10

11:35-19:05

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/11

22:50-10:45

1 stop41h 55m

$1,498

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 29/8

15:45-17:05

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 13/9

21:30-16:55

1 stop26h 25m

$1,499

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 30/10

11:35-19:05

1 stop24h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/11

20:25-11:50

1 stop21h 25m

$1,502

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 3/9

09:25-06:05

2 stops37h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

21:30-10:35

1 stop20h 05m

$1,504

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 3/9

15:35-05:00

2 stops30h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

07:00-09:20

2 stops33h 20m

$1,590

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $1,108). Flying from Cairns to USA in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,979). 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 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 20 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways 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
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
654 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
1,064 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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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 17h 25m. Fiji Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,257. 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 - Newark or Cairns - New York LaGuardia, Cairns - New York John F Kennedy Intl 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $1,108). Flying from Cairns to USA in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,979). 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 USA

Discover the top 3 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 20 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$907Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,105Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,210Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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