$550+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cairns (CNS)
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LAX — CNS
Sep 14 — Sep 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to CairnsExplore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 15, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 15, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 11/3010:35 pm -
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Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,045
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 11/309:45 pm -
1 stop23h 10m
Mon 2/19:15 am -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 8/11![American Airlines logo]()
$1,071
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
1 stop20h 25m
Wed 9/163:45 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$1,077
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2811:10 pm -
2 stops24h 00m
Mon 10/512:40 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,169
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
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1 stop24h 45m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 11/1110:40 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Sun 11/156:00 am -
2 stops24h 01m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,179
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/135:05 pm -
2 stops30h 50m
Tue 10/276:00 am -
2 stops27h 41m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,192
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Wed 9/169:25 am -
2 stops22h 05m
Deal found 8/10![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,242
Best flights from Los Angeles to CairnsDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/19:45 pm -
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Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$1,121
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 11/1110:40 pm -
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Sun 11/156:00 am -
2 stops24h 01m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,179
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/16:10 pm -
2 stops29h 05m
Sat 2/136:05 pm -
2 stops38h 16m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,184
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 11/119:45 pm -
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Sun 11/1511:40 am -
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Deal found 8/11![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,406
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
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1 stop24h 45m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,195
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Mon 2/110:40 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Sat 2/136:00 am -
2 stops30h 01m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,229
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:25 pm -
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Sun 11/111:40 am -
1 stop24h 25m
Deal found 8/14![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,442
Last-minute flights from Los Angeles to CairnsDiscover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Cairns. Data last updated August 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Cairns. Data last updated August 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:20 am -
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2 stops40h 35m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,294
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 8/2911:55 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Sat 9/1212:40 pm -
2 stops22h 53m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
1 stop20h 25m
Wed 9/163:45 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$1,077
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
1 stop20h 25m
Wed 9/166:45 am -
1 stop24h 45m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,173
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Wed 9/169:25 am -
2 stops22h 05m
Deal found 8/10![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,242
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/269:50 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Sat 10/33:45 pm -
2 stops39h 45m
Deal found 8/12![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,270
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2811:10 pm -
2 stops24h 00m
Mon 10/512:40 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,169
One-way flights from Los Angeles to CairnsSearch for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 11/309:45 pm -
1 stop23h 10m
Deal found 8/11![American Airlines logo]()
$550
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 9/111:30 pm -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 8/10![American Airlines logo]()
$555
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 9/1211:55 pm -
2 stops40h 10m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$558
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 8/2911:55 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Deal found 8/14![Fiji Airways logo]()
$574
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/1512:05 am -
2 stops38h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$579
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 8/2510:55 am -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$581
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/93:55 pm -
1 stop43h 35m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$588
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/307:45 pm -
2 stops24h 15m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$596
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 8/299:30 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$609
Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Cairns
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 August 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,045 (Trip.com) |
One-way from | $550 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $1,405 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 August 15, 2026.
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Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Mon 2/1
9:45 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop23h 10m
Cairns
Sat 2/13
9:15 am-8:05 am
1 stop16h 50m
$1,121
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Wed 11/11
10:40 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop22h 15m
Cairns
Sun 11/15
6:00 am-12:01 pm
2 stops24h 01m
$1,179
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Mon 2/1
6:10 pm-5:15 pm
2 stops29h 05m
Cairns
Sat 2/13
6:05 pm-2:21 pm
2 stops38h 16m
$1,184
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Wed 9/9
11:30 pm-4:55 pm
2 stops24h 25m
Cairns
Wed 9/16
6:45 am-2:30 pm
1 stop24h 45m
$1,195
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Mon 2/1
10:40 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop22h 15m
Cairns
Sat 2/13
6:00 am-6:01 pm
2 stops30h 01m
$1,229
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Wed 11/11
9:45 pm-4:50 pm
1 stop25h 05m
Cairns
Sun 11/15
11:40 am-6:05 pm
1 stop24h 25m
$1,406
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Wed 10/28
9:25 pm-2:55 pm
2 stops24h 30m
Cairns
Sun 11/1
11:40 am-7:05 pm
1 stop24h 25m
$1,442
Cheapest one-way
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Mon 11/30
7:45 pm-2:00 pm
2 stops24h 15m
$596
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Mon 11/16
10:35 pm-11:05 am
1 stop42h 30m
$600
Los AngelesCairns
LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns
LAXCNS
Los Angeles
Sat 9/5
11:30 pm-12:55 pm
1 stop20h 25m
$616
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Cairns in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Cairns flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Cairns flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Cairns flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Cairns flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Los Angeles-Cairns flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Cairns
How often are flights from Los Angeles to Cairns delayed?
About 35% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 319 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Cairns flights?
Over the last year, China Southern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
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 August 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Cairns, such as Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Boarding
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Boarding
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
Crew
8.5
Food
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Boarding
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jul 2026
YVR - NAN
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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 August 15, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$561 | Average$795 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$787 | Average$1,405 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |