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

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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — LAX
May 21 — May 281
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to California?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 19 days in advance, which can save you up to 57% on flights from Cairns to California compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 19 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,002. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $2,070.

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

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to California from Cairns. Users have commonly found prices around $1,324 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $925. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to California (CNS - CA)?

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.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Consider these cheap Virgin Australia flights we've found departing from Cairns to California. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 8/144:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop30h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/410:40 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop28h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$1,037
Wed 8/144:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop30h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/48:25 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops30h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$1,043
Wed 8/141:50 pmCNS - LAX
3 stops40h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/44:10 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops34h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$1,400
Thu 10/177:25 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop29h 50mVirgin Australia
Mon 10/2111:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop24h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/14$2,156
Thu 10/177:25 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop29h 50mVirgin Australia
Mon 10/2111:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop24h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$2,171

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to California

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between Cairns and California. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Cathay Pacific flights departing from Cairns and landing in California. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Thu 10/1712:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/2012:15 amSFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,723
Thu 10/1712:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/2012:15 amSFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/15$1,734

Cairns to California 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and California in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Cairns to California in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 8/144:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop30h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/410:40 pmLAX - CNS
1 stop28h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$1,037
Wed 8/144:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop30h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/48:25 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops30h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$1,043
Wed 8/146:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/44:10 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops34h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,047
Wed 8/141:50 pmCNS - LAX
3 stops40h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/44:10 pmLAX - CNS
2 stops34h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$1,400
Wed 8/144:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/31:15 amLAX - CNS
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,452
Wed 8/146:00 amCNS - LAX
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/31:15 amLAX - CNS
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,460
Thu 10/1712:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/2012:15 amSFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,723
Thu 10/1712:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops50h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/2012:15 amSFO - CNS
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/15$1,734
Thu 10/1710:55 amCNS - SFO
2 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 10/2110:56 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops41h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/14$1,766

One-way flights to California from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cairns to California. Users can also find round-trip Cairns to California flights by using the search form above.
Mon 9/3012:00 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$611
Sun 9/16:55 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$614
Sun 8/114:35 pmCNS - LAX
1 stop30h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$634
Sun 8/118:25 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops39h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/15$636
Mon 9/307:15 pmCNS - LAX
2 stops33h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 5/16$637
Thu 6/1310:15 amCNS - SFO
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$640
Thu 6/1312:00 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$644
Thu 6/1310:15 amCNS - SFO
3 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$705
Sun 9/112:00 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$727

Find flights from Cairns to California within your budget

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Budget

$1,037 - $2,406

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 8/14

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

1 stop28h 05m

$1,037

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 8/14

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

2 stops30h 20m

$1,043

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 8/14

2 stops23h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

2 stops34h 10m

$1,047

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 8/14

3 stops40h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

2 stops34h 35m

$1,400

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 8/14

1 stop30h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/3

2 stops38h 10m

$1,452

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 8/14

2 stops21h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/3

2 stops38h 10m

$1,460

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 10/17

2 stops50h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 10/20

2 stops42h 35m

$1,723

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 10/17

2 stops30h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 10/21

2 stops41h 49m

$1,766

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 8/14

3 stops65h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

3 stops51h 00m

$2,406

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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 May 16, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand from Cairns to California by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
626 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,084 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
649 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
626 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 Virgin Australia for just $1,037, but on average you can expect to pay $1,628.

  • 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 $634 on Virgin Australia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $637 and Air New Zealand from $1,182 one-way.

  • 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 5/15.

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