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$563+ 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CNS
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 4, 2024.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/265:10 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/216:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$951
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/94:55 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops27h 05mAir Canada
Wed 12/256:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops28h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 11/4$1,193
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/94:35 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops27h 25mAir Canada
Wed 12/255:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops40h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$1,400
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/267:05 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops43h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 1/216:00 amCNS - LAX
3 stops26h 41mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/4$1,420
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3011:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/137:55 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,476
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop22h 00mJetstar
Wed 12/116:00 amCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 50mJetstar
Deal found 11/4$1,629
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 11/261:55 pmONT - CNS
2 stops31h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/216:00 amCNS - ONT
2 stops21h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,721
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/208:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop21h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 1/222:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop20h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,902
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/49:40 amSFO - CNS
1 stop37h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 11/116:35 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop31h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/3$2,067
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/3011:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop26h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/136:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops44h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$2,228
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/208:00 amLAX - CNS
3 stops39h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/226:35 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops34h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/4$2,240
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:37 pmSJC - CNS
2 stops28h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3112:45 pmCNS - SJC
2 stops39h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$2,563

Find flights from California to Cairns within your budget

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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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LAX - CNS

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Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

10:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop42h 15m

$563

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 3/21

11:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$581

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

5:10 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$600

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 3/21

10:35 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$669

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

8:35 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$822

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

10:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop49h 15m

$905

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

12:05 am-10:10 am

2 stops40h 05m

$1,307

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Fri 1/10

2:30 pm-11:05 am

3 stops50h 35m

$735

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

2:45 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$752

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

11:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$822

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Travel insights for flights from California to Cairns

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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 November 4, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Singapore Airlines 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very good
531 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,301 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
831 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew fantastic, seats are wide & entertainment good selection. My new favourite airlines and will look for opportunities to fly ANA in future.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Cairns. 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 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.

  • Can I find flights from California to Cairns for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Cairns for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $951, but on average you can expect to pay $1,817.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $563. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada 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 San Francisco - Cairns. You may also consider Los Angeles - Cairns or San Jose - Cairns.

  • What does LAX to CNS mean?

    LAX and CNS are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. LAX to CNS refers to a flight route from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your California to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from California to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter California to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from California to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from California to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on California to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the California to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The California to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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Top 3 airlines flying from California to Cairns

Discover the top 3 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,180Average$1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,267Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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