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Cheap flights from Cairns to California from $454

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$993

One-way from

$454

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,931
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 5/8-10/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Cairns to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 22/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Cairns to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($257 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($178 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Tue 12/812:25CNS - SFO
1 stop18h 20mFiji Airways
Thu 28/823:00SFO - CNS
1 stop19h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 13/4$993
Tue 5/812:25CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 30mFiji Airways
Thu 7/823:55LAX - CNS
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 13/4$993
Tue 13/512:25CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/523:55LAX - CNS
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,184
Thu 7/811:55CNS - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Thu 7/822:10LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/4$1,230
Sun 10/819:15CNS - LAX
1 stop27h 55mVirgin Australia
Sun 31/818:45LAX - CNS
2 stops25h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 13/4$1,862
Fri 8/806:00CNS - LAX
2 stops21h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/913:35LAX - CNS
2 stops28h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,905
Sun 10/817:35CNS - SFO
2 stops33h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/819:40SFO - CNS
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,943
Sun 10/818:35CNS - SFO
2 stops32h 52mQantas Airways
Sun 31/822:00SFO - CNS
1 stop21h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/4$2,069
Thu 7/806:00CNS - LAX
2 stops24h 30mAir Canada
Sun 31/806:00LAX - CNS
2 stops38h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 13/4$2,079
Thu 7/806:00CNS - SFO
2 stops21h 33mAir Canada
Sun 31/816:35SFO - CNS
2 stops27h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 13/4$2,130
Wed 13/818:15CNS - SFO
1 stop32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 3/911:30SFO - CNS
1 stop36h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,199
Mon 11/818:15CNS - LAX
2 stops35h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 3/914:20LAX - CNS
2 stops33h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,242

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Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 12/8

12:25-13:45

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 28/8

23:00-11:40

1 stop19h 40m

$993

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 5/8

12:25-12:55

1 stop17h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/8

23:55-11:25

1 stop18h 30m

$993

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 13/5

12:25-12:55

1 stop17h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 19/5

23:55-18:00

2 stops25h 05m

$1,184

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 7/8

11:55-13:20

1 stop18h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/8

22:10-10:45

1 stop19h 35m

$1,230

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 10/8

19:15-06:10

1 stop27h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 31/8

18:45-13:10

2 stops25h 25m

$1,862

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Fri 8/8

06:00-10:20

2 stops21h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/9

13:35-11:10

2 stops28h 35m

$1,905

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 10/8

17:35-10:33

2 stops33h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

19:40-11:05

2 stops22h 25m

$1,943

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 10/8

18:35-10:27

2 stops32h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

22:00-12:55

1 stop21h 55m

$2,069

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 7/8

06:00-13:30

2 stops24h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 31/8

06:00-13:10

2 stops38h 10m

$2,079

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 7/8

06:00-10:33

2 stops21h 33m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

16:35-13:10

2 stops27h 35m

$2,130

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to California?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $784). Flying from Cairns to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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 CNS to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

When flying from Cairns to California, 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 California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 15 April 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
183 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
464 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Fiji Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $454. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from Cairns to California for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Cairns to California are Cairns - Los Angeles, Cairns - San Francisco and Cairns - Long Beach Municipal.

  • 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 holiday 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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $784). Flying from Cairns to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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 5 airlines flying from Cairns to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to California. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$914Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,246Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,505Average$1,983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,510Average$1,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,589Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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