Cheap flights from Cairns to the United States from $473

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
17 May — 24 May1
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 17 April 2026.

Thu 23/412:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 7/523:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/4$951
Sat 10/1012:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Tue 13/1023:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,078
Thu 23/412:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/423:55
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,089
Thu 30/412:40
CNS
-
HNL
2 stops28h 30m
Fiji Airways
Tue 5/512:05
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,131
Thu 28/512:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 4/623:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,154
Sat 16/512:40
CNS
-
HNL
1 stop29h 30m
Fiji Airways
Tue 19/512:05
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,203
Thu 14/512:40
CNS
-
HNL
2 stops28h 30m
Fiji Airways
Tue 26/512:05
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,255
Thu 23/412:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/523:55
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,256
Tue 12/506:00
CNS
-
HNL
3 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/512:05
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,350
Thu 14/506:00
CNS
-
HNL
3 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/512:05
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,401
Wed 13/516:55
CNS
-
HNL
3 stops48h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/512:05
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,410
Wed 29/412:10
CNS
-
HNL
3 stops53h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/512:05
HNL
-
CNS
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,419

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,078

One-way from

$473
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 10/10-13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • Cairns to USA
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 16/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • Cairns to USA

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 10/10

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 13/10

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

$1,078

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Thu 30/4

06:45-10:40

1 stop23h 55m

Honolulu

Wed 17/6

11:55-09:20

1 stop25h 25m

$1,447

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Sun 31/5

06:00-09:55

2 stops23h 55m

Honolulu

Sun 7/6

11:50-09:20

1 stop25h 30m

$1,492

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 11/6

06:00-13:05

2 stops24h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 25/6

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

$1,793

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Sat 16/5

12:35-09:55

2 stops41h 20m

Honolulu

Fri 22/5

11:50-18:10

2 stops34h 20m

$1,824

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Thu 30/4

12:35-09:55

2 stops17h 20m

Honolulu

Wed 17/6

11:50-15:00

2 stops31h 10m

$1,857

CairnsHonolulu

CNS - HNL

CNSHNL

Cairns

Sun 10/5

13:40-09:55

1 stop16h 15m

Honolulu

Fri 22/5

11:50-12:55

1 stop29h 05m

$2,154

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 28/5

11:40-14:45

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 4/6

16:45-08:30

2 stops46h 45m

$2,193

CairnsAnchorage

CNS - ANC

CNSANC

Cairns

Fri 1/5

21:40-00:35

2 stops44h 55m

Anchorage

Tue 5/5

23:45-18:25

2 stops48h 40m

$2,324

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 11/5

11:40-14:45

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 18/5

16:45-08:30

2 stops22h 45m

$2,445

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $736). Flying from Cairns to USA in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,502). 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 17 April 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.

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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.

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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.

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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.

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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.

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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 $1,078. 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?

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to USA (average of $736). Flying from Cairns to USA in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,502). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$893Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,160Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,317Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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