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$611+ Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to California

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CNS — LAX
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
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Sat 11/16
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:40 amCNS - LAX
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/119:30 amLAX - CNS
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,524
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop67h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 12/1110:05 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop25h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,929
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/145:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop40h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 1/84:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/3$2,344
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/146:00 amCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/88:10 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop24h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/3$2,489
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1412:35 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/84:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$2,662
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/45:20 pmCNS - LAX
3 stops39h 06mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/111:10 pmLAX - CNS
3 stops30h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/4$3,017

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CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 1/12

6:20 pm-11:50 pm

3 stops47h 30m

$611

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 1/3

12:45 pm-12:45 pm

3 stops66h 00m

$3,133

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

$1,022

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 3/15

6:45 pm-10:05 am

2 stops32h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

11:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop42h 15m

$1,117

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 3/15

9:15 am-9:36 am

2 stops65h 21m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

10:45 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops46h 15m

$1,171

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 12/4

6:35 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop67h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

10:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$1,929

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 12/14

5:30 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop40h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

4:00 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$2,344

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 12/14

6:00 am-6:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

8:10 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$2,489

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 12/14

12:35 pm-9:48 pm

3 stops27h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$2,662

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Deals found on 11/3

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to California

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $240). Flying from Cairns to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 November 4, 2024.

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 November 4, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
874 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
836 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
492 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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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.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to California for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to California for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Cathay Pacific for just $1,022, but on average you can expect to pay $1,819.

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

    Most travelers choose Cairns - Los Angeles, Cairns - Long Beach Municipal or Cairns - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from Cairns to California.

  • What does CNS to LAX mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while LAX stands for Los Angeles Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to California flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $240). Flying from Cairns to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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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