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$438+ Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to California

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to California (USCA). 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 6, 2025.

Round-trip from

$833
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$438
(Trip.com)
From Cairns to California
One-way flight from Cairns to California

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 6, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/2610:35 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$833
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/276:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops26h 41mVirgin Australia
Mon 2/310:35 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop40h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/6$1,039
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/96:35 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop31h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 3/1410:40 amSFO - CNS
1 stop37h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,090
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop65h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 2/2610:05 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop25h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/4$1,146
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/1512:00 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 3/2211:15 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop42h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/5$1,170
This Agoda.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Agoda.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/98:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/1312:35 amSFO - CNS
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,175
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Sun 3/912:45 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops48h 55mChina Southern
Thu 3/1312:35 amSFO - CNS
3 stops66h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 1/5$1,569
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/212:35 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop21h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 2/98:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop21h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,632
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/206:00 amCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/2711:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop20h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,636
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/206:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops30h 43mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/276:00 amSFO - CNS
2 stops36h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,688
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/911:40 amCNS - SFO
3 stops41h 40mVirgin Australia
Fri 3/145:55 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops36h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/5$1,756
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/2012:45 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops66h 05mEmirates
Thu 2/273:40 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops50h 25mEmirates
Deal found 1/6$2,154

Find flights from Cairns to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to California 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 6, 2025.

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CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops23h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

10:35 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$833

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 1/27

6:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops26h 41m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

10:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop40h 00m

$1,039

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 3/9

6:35 pm-7:50 am

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

10:40 am-5:20 pm

1 stop37h 40m

$1,090

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 2/19

6:35 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop65h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

10:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$1,146

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 3/15

12:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

11:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop42h 15m

$1,170

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 3/9

8:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops42h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

12:35 am-12:05 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,175

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 3/9

12:45 pm-7:40 pm

3 stops48h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

12:35 am-11:50 am

3 stops66h 15m

$1,569

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 2/2

12:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop21h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

8:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 35m

$1,632

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

11:05 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,636

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-6:43 pm

2 stops30h 43m

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

6:00 am-12:00 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,688

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $246). Flying from Cairns to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CNS to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 6, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cairns to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 6, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines from Cairns to California by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,343 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
3,343 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,343 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very good
1,324 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,343 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
820 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,343 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
810 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,343 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
435 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,343 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Cairns, you will be flying from Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 2.8 mi from the center of Cairns.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $246). Flying from Cairns to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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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