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$316+ Cheap flights from California to Cairns (CNS)

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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CNS
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Cairns

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$959
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$316
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,505
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Cheapest flights from California to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1011:55 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Mon 8/1812:40 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/23$650
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1710:55 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
Tue 7/812:25 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/23$752
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/116:40 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/312:25 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$959
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1011:55 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/184:35 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$994
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1010:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/1911:55 amCNS - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/23$1,050
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/710:05 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops29h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/511:55 amCNS - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/23$1,220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/129:35 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop23h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/25:00 amCNS - LAX
1 stop26h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,264
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1411:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 6/285:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop37h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,307
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:30 pmLAS - CNS
2 stops22h 55mFiji Airways
Tue 5/2012:25 pmCNS - LAS
2 stops23h 39mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,388
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2110:00 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop21h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 8/312:25 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops24h 54mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/11:39 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops28h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/106:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops41h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,511
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3011:40 amLAS - CNS
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2012:25 pmCNS - LAS
2 stops23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,543

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Cairns 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

11:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 30m

Cairns

Mon 8/18

12:40 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$650

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 6/17

10:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 30m

Cairns

Tue 7/8

12:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$752

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

6:40 pm-11:25 am

2 stops23h 45m

Cairns

Tue 6/3

12:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$959

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

11:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 30m

Cairns

Mon 8/18

4:35 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$994

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

10:10 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 35m

Cairns

Tue 8/19

11:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$1,050

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

10:05 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Cairns

Tue 8/5

11:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$1,220

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

9:35 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Cairns

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,264

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 6/14

11:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Cairns

Sat 6/28

5:35 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop37h 50m

$1,307

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

7:55 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Cairns

Sat 7/12

6:40 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops40h 05m

$1,464

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

1:39 pm-11:10 am

2 stops28h 31m

Cairns

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-6:45 am

2 stops41h 45m

$1,511

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Best time to book a flight from California to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Cairns

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cairns (average of $1,134). Flying from California to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). 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.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 0.8 - 16.9 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 16.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. 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 Cairns. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, ANA and Fiji Airways from California to Cairns. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
ANA
8.3
Very good
853 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
188 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
469 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from California?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from California, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 2.8 mi from the center of Cairns.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $316. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Cairns for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from California to Cairns is Los Angeles - Cairns. You may also consider San Francisco - Cairns or Oakland - Cairns.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cairns (average of $1,134). Flying from California to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). 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 California to Cairns

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from California to Cairns. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$598Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,112Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,255Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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