Which airlines fly to Cairns?

Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways are the most popular airlines that fly from United States to Cairns on a routine basis, according to our data. You should be able to find flights to Cairns with these airlines and other airlines flying from United States.

Qantas Airways Flights to Cairns

Qantas Airways operates around 32 flights into Cairns in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Brisbane, with the best round-trip Qantas Airways deal found being $787 (Los Angeles to Cairns). Users have rated Qantas Airways 7.5/10 in over 1,093 reviews on momondo.

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or Miami, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 19h 15m and 31h 50m, respectively.

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11:10 pm - 11:40 amSFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

19h 30m1 stop Nadi

12:35 pm - 1:35 pmCNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

$1,012Fiji Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 31

9:45 pm - 11:00 amLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

19h 15m1 stop Brisbane

6:40 am - 1:00 pmCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

23h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi

$1,041Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 23

10:35 pm - 2:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

22h 20m2 stops Nadi Brisbane

12:35 pm - 12:00 pmCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

17h 25m1 stop Nadi

$1,060Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 13

10:35 pm - 2:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

22h 20m2 stops Nadi Brisbane

12:35 pm - 12:00 pmCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

17h 25m1 stop Nadi

$1,070Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 13

10:20 pm - 5:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

25h 55m1 stop Brisbane

6:05 pm - 1:00 pmCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

35h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi

$1,077Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

9:25 pm - 11:50 amLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

21h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

5:40 pm - 8:05 amCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

32h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$1,255Qantas Airways

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

9:30 pm - 10:35 amLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

20h 05m1 stop Brisbane

9:25 am - 5:05 pmCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

24h 40m1 stop Brisbane

$1,572Qantas Airways

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

4:02 pm - 2:45 pmATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CNS Cairns

31h 43m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

3:40 pm - 7:12 pmCNS Cairns-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

41h 32m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,601Qantas Airways

Fri, Mar 12 - Fri, Mar 26

10:35 pm - 11:35 amLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

19h 00m1 stop Nadi

12:35 pm - 12:00 pmCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

17h 25m1 stop Nadi

$2,097Fiji Airways

Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Dec 28

10:35 pm - 11:35 amLAX Los Angeles-CNS Cairns

19h 00m1 stop Nadi

12:35 pm - 12:00 pmCNS Cairns-LAX Los Angeles

17h 25m1 stop Nadi

$3,294Fiji Airways

Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 28

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San FranciscoCairns

SFO San Francisco - CNS Cairns

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 10/17

11:10 pm-11:40 am

1 stop19h 30m

Cairns

Sat 10/31

12:35 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,012

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 2/27

9:45 pm-11:00 am

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Tue 3/23

6:40 am-1:00 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$1,041

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Mon 2/1

10:35 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Cairns

Sat 2/13

12:35 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$1,060

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Mon 2/1

10:35 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Cairns

Sat 2/13

12:35 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$1,070

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 10/24

10:20 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop25h 55m

Cairns

Sat 10/31

6:05 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$1,077

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 10/27

9:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 25m

Cairns

Tue 11/3

5:40 pm-8:05 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,255

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Mon 9/28

9:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Fri 10/2

9:25 am-5:05 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,572

AtlantaCairns

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - CNS Cairns

ATLCNS

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/12

4:02 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops31h 43m

Cairns

Fri 3/26

3:40 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops41h 32m

$1,601

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Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 12/22

10:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

Mon 12/28

12:35 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$2,097

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 12/19

10:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

Mon 12/28

12:35 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$3,294

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LOS ANGELES	July	23% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Cairns costs on average just $771 in July
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LOS ANGELES	November	28% more expensive	It costs about $1,283 for flights to Cairns from Los Angeles in November
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LOS ANGELES	December	500% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Cairns from Los Angeles in December than any other month

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Summary info about Cairns flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$551
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,012
Fastest flight time	23h 10m

The best one-way flight price to Cairns from United States in the last 5 days is $551 (Los Angeles to Cairns).

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The best round-trip flight price to Cairns from United States in the last 5 days is $1,012 (San Francisco to Cairns).

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The fastest flight to Cairns from United States takes 23h 10m (Los Angeles to Cairns).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Cairns

Is there an alternative airport near Cairns?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Cairns is possible. If you are planning a flight to Cairns, consider booking flights to Bloomfield Airport (78 mi from Cairns city center).

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Cairns Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights to Cairns Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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