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 $1,136). Flying from Oakland, California to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,882). 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.

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.

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).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland, California to Cairns?

July is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cairns from Oakland, California. Prices for July average $1,710 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $437. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a July flight can save you 148% on your journey compared to booking in September

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

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

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

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Average price	$664

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Thu 9/116:00 amOAK - CNS

3 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/187:00 pmCNS - OAK

3 stops45h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$1,442

Thu 9/119:39 amOAK - CNS

2 stops25h 46mJapan Airlines

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2 stops47h 47mJapan Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$10,693

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Thu 9/116:00 amOAK - CNS

3 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/187:00 pmCNS - OAK

3 stops45h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$1,442

Thu 9/119:39 amOAK - CNS

2 stops25h 46mJapan Airlines

Thu 9/1811:40 amCNS - OAK

2 stops47h 47mJapan Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$10,693

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Price

OaklandCairns

OAK - CNS

OAKCNS

Oakland

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-11:40 am

3 stops36h 40m

Cairns

Thu 9/18

7:00 pm-11:32 pm

3 stops45h 32m

$1,442

OaklandCairns

OAK - CNS

OAKCNS

Oakland

Thu 9/11

9:39 am-4:25 am

2 stops25h 46m

Cairns

Thu 9/18

11:40 am-6:27 pm

2 stops47h 47m

$10,693

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Japan Airlines

8.3

Very good

1,535 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very good

1,535 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very good

1,535 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

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Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Oakland to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Oakland to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Oakland to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Oakland to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Cairns?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Cairns (average of $1,136). Flying from Oakland, California to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,882). 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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