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$7,335+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — CNS
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$10,748
(oojo)

One-way from

$7,335
(oojo)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,597
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($602 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Cairns
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 5/89:15 amOAK - CNS
2 stops26h 10mJapan Airlines
Sat 5/3111:40 amCNS - OAK
2 stops47h 31mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/14$10,748

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Oakland

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Cairns

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OaklandCairns

OAK - CNS

OAKCNS

Oakland

Thu 5/8

9:15 am-4:25 am

2 stops26h 10m

Cairns

Sat 5/31

11:40 am-6:11 pm

2 stops47h 31m

$10,748

OaklandCairns

OAK - CNS

OAKCNS

Oakland

Thu 5/8

9:15 am-4:25 am

2 stops26h 10m

$7,335

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Deals found on 4/14

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to Cairns in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Cairns flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Cairns flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Cairns flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Cairns flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Oakland, California-Cairns flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 April 15, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

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
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Cairns (average of $1,134). Flying from Oakland, 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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