Cairns

$316+ Cheap flights from the United States 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
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Cairns

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$650
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$316
(oojo)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2310:50 pmDFW - CNS
1 stop21h 50mFiji Airways
Sat 8/3012:40 pmCNS - DFW
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/22$640
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 Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2910:50 pmDFW - CNS
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/219:30 pmCNS - DFW
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$739
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 CheapTickets 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 CheapTickets is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/412:34 amSEA - CNS
2 stops41h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1212:25 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$927
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/195:30 amORD - CNS
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2612:25 pmCNS - ORD
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$935
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 Fiji Airways 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/511:50 amIAD - CNS
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1212:25 pmCNS - IAD
2 stops24h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,222
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

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 the United States to Cairns that are best for you.

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USA

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Cairns

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Depart

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DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 6/3

10:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

Tue 6/10

12:25 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$641

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

DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/29

10:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

Wed 5/21

9:30 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$739

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

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 6/4

12:34 am-11:25 am

2 stops41h 51m

Cairns

Thu 6/12

12:25 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$927

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/19

5:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops38h 55m

Cairns

Thu 6/26

12:25 pm-11:40 am

2 stops38h 15m

$935

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

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Cairns

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

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from USA to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from USA to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, ANA and Fiji Airways from USA to Cairns have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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.
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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.

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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 United States?

    Located just 2.8 mi from the city center, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cairns from United States.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $316. Users have also found prices from $802 and $1,077 on Qantas Airways and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 4 airlines flying from USA to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$598Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,112Average$1,613FlexibilityNo 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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