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$577+ Cheap flights from California to Cairns (CNS)

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LAX — CNS
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$990
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$620
(United)
From California to Cairns
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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 December 22, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/229:30 amLAX - CNS
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/105:20 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,752
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/219:45 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/286:40 amCNS - SFO
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,765
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2110:45 amSFO - CNS
2 stops55h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 12/285:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop40h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/20$3,885
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2210:18 pmLAX - CNS
3 stops49h 02mSingapore Airlines
Fri 1/105:35 pmCNS - LAX
3 stops59h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/21$5,118
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/213:40 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops50h 25mEmirates
Sat 12/2812:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops66h 05mEmirates
Deal found 12/20$5,880

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 December 22, 2024.

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Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

5:00 pm-10:15 am

2 stops47h 15m

Cairns

Tue 3/11

6:40 am-1:10 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$990

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

8:15 pm-6:10 am

2 stops39h 55m

Cairns

Mon 1/27

11:25 am-1:40 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,305

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

12:35 am-10:30 am

1 stop40h 55m

Cairns

Fri 3/28

12:35 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops45h 45m

$1,468

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

8:10 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Cairns

Tue 3/11

2:35 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,508

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

4:35 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Cairns

Mon 1/27

6:00 am-1:56 pm

2 stops25h 56m

$1,558

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 1/21

4:10 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Cairns

Tue 1/28

6:00 am-7:56 pm

2 stops31h 56m

$1,572

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 3/23

8:50 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Cairns

Fri 3/28

8:30 pm-11:50 am

2 stops56h 20m

$1,615

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

11:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Cairns

Fri 4/25

6:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,642

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

1:30 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Cairns

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-6:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

$1,666

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

8:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Cairns

Tue 3/11

6:00 am-8:25 pm

3 stops31h 25m

$1,694

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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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cairns (average of $1,371). 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 December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Canada, Singapore Airlines and United 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
844 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
844 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
1,331 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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?

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
493 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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?

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
835 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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?

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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 United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $620. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Singapore 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.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Cairns (average of $1,371). 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,117Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,267Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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