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Cheap flights from Orange County to Cairns from $17,492

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — CNS
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Orange County to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 5 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$17,492

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,449
Japan Airlines
  • Japan Airlines
  • 3/7-29/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 73h 44m total
  • Orange County to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($638 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($208 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 April 2025.

Thu 3/708:02SNA - CNS
2 stops27h 23mJapan Airlines
Tue 29/711:40CNS - SNA
2 stops46h 21mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/4$17,492

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Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/7

08:02-04:25

2 stops27h 23m

Cairns

Tue 29/7

11:40-17:01

2 stops46h 21m

$17,492

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Deals found on 4/4

Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Cairns

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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 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 5 April 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,441 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,441 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,441 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Orange County?

    For a flight from Orange County to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Orange County to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Cairns (average of $169). Flying from Orange County to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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