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$300+ 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 11/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$571
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$300
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,188
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 July 1, 2025.

This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/1412:25 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Thu 8/2111:55 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/30$571
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/1412:25 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops24h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2111:45 amSFO - CNS
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$698
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/1412:25 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1811:05 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$785
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Tue 8/1211:55 amCNS - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/1910:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/29$865
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/148:00 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops34h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/2110:10 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/30$890
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 12/116:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops22h 47mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/217:00 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops27h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/30$1,123
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 11/146:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops27h 35mAir Canada
Tue 11/187:13 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops24h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 6/29$1,144
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/146:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops25h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 8/2111:10 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops24h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,170
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 12/116:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops29h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2110:35 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop26h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$1,182
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 11/266:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop43h 20mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/2910:05 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop25h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/29$1,307
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 11/266:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops25h 24mAir Canada
Sat 11/292:10 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops29h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 6/29$1,332
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/137:40 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops43h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 8/191:25 amLAX - CNS
2 stops40h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/29$1,414

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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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 8/14

12:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

11:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop18h 45m

$571

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 8/14

12:25 pm-7:44 pm

2 stops24h 19m

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

11:45 am-11:40 am

2 stops30h 55m

$698

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 8/14

12:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

11:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$785

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 8/12

11:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop17h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

10:05 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 40m

$865

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 8/14

8:00 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops34h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

10:10 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 35m

$890

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-10:47 am

2 stops22h 47m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

7:00 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$1,123

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-2:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

11:10 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,170

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-12:26 pm

2 stops24h 26m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

6:00 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$1,182

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 11/26

6:35 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop43h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/29

10:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$1,307

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 11/26

6:00 am-1:24 pm

2 stops25h 24m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/29

2:10 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,332

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 $326). 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.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Fiji Airways from Cairns to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $300 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $652 and American Airlines from $702 one-way.

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

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

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

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    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.

  • 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 $326). 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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