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$322+ Cheap flights from California to Cairns (CNS)

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LAX — CNS
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from California to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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$1,032
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One-way from

$400
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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 January 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 5/110:45 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 40mFiji Airways
Sat 5/3112:25 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/19$720
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 5/110:45 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/316:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$838
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 11/810:45 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/176:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$994
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 11/88:30 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop21h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 11/176:00 amCNS - LAX
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,118
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 6/1510:05 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops29h 45mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/16:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/20$1,450
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 12/254:15 pmLAX - CNS
3 stops25h 05mFiji Airways
Thu 1/112:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,547
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 6/1511:40 amSFO - CNS
2 stops32h 30mAir Canada
Sun 7/66:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops21h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$1,578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 6/1811:20 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop27h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/26:00 amCNS - SFO
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,587
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2111:30 amSFO - CNS
1 stop36h 30mSingapore Airlines
Fri 4/256:15 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,626
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 6/164:25 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops29h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 7/46:55 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops31h 04mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,630
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 11/612:20 amSFO - CNS
2 stops44h 35mANA
Sat 11/223:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops41h 35mANA
Deal found 1/19$1,988
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/166:45 pmSJC - CNS
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/32:35 pmCNS - SJC
2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$2,239

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

10:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Sat 5/31

12:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$720

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

10:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$838

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

10:35 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Cairns

Sun 2/16

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops23h 50m

$866

Las VegasCairns

LAS - CNS

LASCNS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/8

8:20 pm-11:25 am

2 stops22h 05m

Cairns

Sat 7/19

12:25 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops21h 51m

$1,204

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

10:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Cairns

Sat 7/26

1:40 pm-5:55 am

1 stop33h 15m

$1,301

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

10:05 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Cairns

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$1,450

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 6/15

11:40 am-1:10 pm

2 stops32h 30m

Cairns

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-10:33 am

2 stops21h 33m

$1,578

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 6/18

11:20 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Cairns

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-6:25 am

1 stop17h 25m

$1,587

Las VegasCairns

LAS - CNS

LASCNS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/1

6:50 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Cairns

Wed 7/16

9:10 am-9:20 am

2 stops41h 10m

$1,621

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

11:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Cairns

Fri 4/25

6:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,626

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Best time to book a flight from California to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from California to Cairns

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $1,068). 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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, Qantas Airways 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
852 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
188 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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.

  • 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 $564. 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 San Francisco - Cairns. You may also consider Los Angeles - Cairns or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - 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 $1,068). 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,180Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,255Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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