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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United States from $779

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 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
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 7 November 2025.

Thu 11/1206:00CNS - LAX
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 21/121:25LAX - CNS
1 stop20h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,263
Fri 7/1115:35CNS - SEA
2 stops22h 23mQantas Airways
Fri 14/1106:20SEA - CNS
2 stops46h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,859
Wed 26/1115:35CNS - LAX
1 stop16h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 29/1122:50LAX - CNS
1 stop41h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,218
Sat 20/1217:00CNS - LAX
1 stop37h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 27/1222:50LAX - CNS
1 stop41h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$2,321
Thu 11/1211:45CNS - LAX
3 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/121:25LAX - CNS
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,336
Sat 20/1212:35CNS - SFO
1 stop18h 10mFiji Airways
Sat 27/1221:35SFO - CNS
1 stop20h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/11$2,379
Sun 21/1212:35CNS - HNL
1 stop16h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 28/1210:45HNL - CNS
1 stop33h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,528
Fri 5/1210:55CNS - SFO
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1207:15SFO - CNS
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,551
Fri 5/1212:35CNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 12/1219:00SFO - CNS
2 stops27h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,633
Sat 20/1211:25CNS - LAX
1 stop39h 50mCathay Pacific
Sat 27/1222:35LAX - CNS
2 stops42h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/11$2,636
Tue 18/1119:50CNS - SFO
1 stop30h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 19/1123:05SFO - CNS
1 stop30h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/11$2,673
Tue 18/1106:00CNS - SFO
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/1109:05SFO - CNS
2 stops44h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,685

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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,136

One-way from

$779
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 26/1-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • Cairns to USA
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30/11
  • 30/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 55m total
  • Cairns to USA
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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Mon 16/3

12:35-09:00

1 stop16h 25m

Honolulu

Fri 20/3

10:45-11:50

1 stop29h 05m

$1,177

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 27/1

06:00-11:48

2 stops23h 48m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

06:30-14:55

2 stops38h 25m

$1,319

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 29/1

06:00-07:15

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 16/2

20:50-14:05

1 stop23h 15m

$1,340

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 26/1

17:35-07:15

1 stop31h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

20:50-14:05

1 stop23h 15m

$1,343

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 28/1

14:50-07:15

1 stop34h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

20:50-21:00

1 stop30h 10m

$1,343

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 30/1

06:00-18:01

2 stops30h 01m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/2

06:30-14:00

2 stops37h 30m

$1,396

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 30/1

06:00-21:08

2 stops33h 08m

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

14:10-14:00

2 stops29h 50m

$1,396

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 25/1

06:00-07:15

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 18/2

20:50-14:05

1 stop23h 15m

$1,416

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 25/1

06:00-07:15

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/2

20:50-23:05

1 stop32h 15m

$1,416

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 31/1

14:50-07:15

1 stop34h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 17/2

20:50-14:05

1 stop23h 15m

$1,419

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $888). Flying from Cairns to USA in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,505). 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 7 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 7 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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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
526 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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
424 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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
929 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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
480 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
209 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to USA. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 25m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,177. The distance between Cairns and USA is about 7459 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to USA one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $834. Users have also found prices from $965 and $1,191 on Fiji Airways and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Cairns - Los Angeles or Cairns - Newark, Cairns - Anchorage 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $888). Flying from Cairns to USA in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,505). 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$888Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,281Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,463Average$1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,516Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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