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$358+ Cheap flights from the United States to Cairns (CNS)

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LAX — CNS
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$911
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$358
(FlightHub)
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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 junio 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/62:55 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/117:15 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops31h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$911
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/2211:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/2312:40 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$919
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/236:39 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops23h 26mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/66:40 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops32h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,029
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
lun. 7/711:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/52:25 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop19h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,087
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
jue. 7/3110:50 pmDFW - CNS
1 stop21h 35mFiji Airways
jue. 8/1412:25 pmCNS - DFW
1 stop19h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,100
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/2211:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
jue. 10/2312:40 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop18h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,128
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
jue. 7/3110:50 pmDFW - CNS
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 8/166:00 amCNS - DFW
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,133
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/197:20 amSEA - CNS
2 stops35h 35mQantas Airways
sáb. 10/254:35 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops43h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,145
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 11/2812:55 pmDEN - CNS
2 stops30h 05mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/146:00 amCNS - DEN
2 stops26h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,165
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lun. 9/223:01 pmLAX - CNS
3 stops51h 39mFiji Airways
jue. 10/2312:40 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,175
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/2610:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
sáb. 8/26:40 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops31h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,202
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/2512:55 pmDEN - CNS
2 stops29h 55mQantas Airways
jue. 12/1112:35 pmCNS - DEN
2 stops47h 13mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,206

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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 junio 12, 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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SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sáb. 9/6

2:55 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 10m

Cairns

jue. 9/11

7:15 pm-9:21 am

2 stops31h 06m

$911

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

sáb. 8/23

6:39 pm-11:05 am

2 stops23h 26m

Cairns

sáb. 9/6

6:40 pm-10:28 am

2 stops32h 48m

$1,029

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

lun. 7/7

11:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Cairns

mar. 8/5

2:25 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,087

DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

jue. 7/31

10:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

jue. 8/14

12:25 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$1,100

DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

jue. 7/31

10:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

sáb. 8/16

6:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,133

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

dom. 7/27

11:10 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Cairns

dom. 8/3

6:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,136

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

dom. 10/19

7:20 am-11:55 am

2 stops35h 35m

Cairns

sáb. 10/25

4:35 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops43h 17m

$1,145

DenverCairns

DEN - CNS

DENCNS

Denver Intl

vie. 11/28

12:55 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Cairns

dom. 12/14

6:00 am-3:49 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$1,165

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

lun. 7/7

11:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Cairns

mar. 8/5

3:35 pm-6:00 am

2 stops31h 25m

$1,179

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

sáb. 7/26

10:10 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 35m

Cairns

sáb. 8/2

6:40 pm-9:00 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,202

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Qantas Airways

Qantas' A380 economy offers wider seats, ideal for long-haul comfort compared to the 787.


Qantas premium economy offers larger recliner seats and upgraded meals for a better experience.

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Fiji Airways

Fiji Airways' stopover program allows a free 72-hour stay in Fiji on long-haul routes.


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United Airlines

Polaris offers lie-flat seats with Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, ideal for long-haul comfort.


United's Premium Plus offers extra legroom, upgraded meals, and two checked bags on international flights.

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Air Canada

Air Canada's Signature Class offers lie-flat seats with a 6’7” bed and massage function.


Air Canada offers complimentary meals for all fare classes on international flights.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from USA with our price prediction graph.
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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 $1,136). Flying from USA to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,981). 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 junio 12, 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 junio 12, 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.

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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 $358. Users have also found prices from $576 and $741 on Qantas Airways and ANA, respectively.

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

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  • 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 $1,136). Flying from USA to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,981). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from USA to Cairns

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$598Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$829Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,105Average$1,614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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