What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to California?

Fiji Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Cairns to California

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to California refresh daily.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cairns Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:55 am - 1:20 pm

CNS

LAX

18h 25m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 7:30 pm

LAX

CNS

28h 20m

2 stops

$925Air New Zealand

Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 23

11:55 am - 1:20 pm

CNS

LAX

18h 25m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 11:40 am

LAX

CNS

18h 45m

1 stop

$940Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

12:40 pm - 1:05 pm

CNS

LAX

17h 25m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 11:40 am

LAX

CNS

18h 45m

1 stop

$959Fiji Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 26

6:00 am - 12:05 pm

CNS

LAX

23h 05m

2 stops

9:10 pm - 10:45 am

LAX

CNS

20h 35m

1 stop

$979Air New Zealand

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

11:55 am - 1:20 pm

CNS

LAX

18h 25m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 10:45 pm

LAX

CNS

31h 35m

2 stops

$1,002Air New Zealand

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

6:00 am - 1:20 pm

CNS

LAX

24h 20m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 10:45 am

LAX

CNS

19h 35m

1 stop

$1,004Air New Zealand

Mon, May 4 - Thu, May 21

6:00 am - 1:20 pm

CNS

LAX

24h 20m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 7:30 pm

LAX

CNS

28h 20m

2 stops

$1,010Air New Zealand

Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 23

9:10 am - 4:30 pm

CNS

LAX

24h 20m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 4:55 pm

LAX

CNS

25h 45m

1 stop

$1,019Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Fri, May 22

12:35 pm - 10:40 pm

CNS

SFO

51h 05m

2 stops

12:20 am - 11:50 am

SFO

CNS

66h 30m

2 stops

$1,698Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25

12:35 pm - 10:55 am

CNS

SFO

39h 20m

2 stops

12:20 am - 11:50 am

SFO

CNS

66h 30m

2 stops

$1,701Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to California

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Air New Zealand

May 2

CNS11:55 amCairns

18h 25m

1 stop

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

May 23

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

28h 20m

2 stops

CNS7:30 pmCairns

$925

Air New Zealand

Apr 26

CNS6:00 amCairns

23h 05m

2 stops

LAX12:05 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

May 3

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

CNS10:45 amCairns

$979

Air New Zealand

Apr 28

CNS11:55 amCairns

18h 25m

1 stop

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

May 5

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

31h 35m

2 stops

CNS10:45 pmCairns

$1,002

Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to California

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 22

CNS12:35 pmCairns

51h 05m

2 stops

SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco

Apr 26

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

53h 50m

2 stops

CNS11:50 amCairns

$1,693

Cathay Pacific

Apr 22

CNS12:35 pmCairns

51h 05m

2 stops

SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco

Apr 25

SFO12:20 amSan Francisco

66h 30m

2 stops

CNS11:50 amCairns

$1,698

Cathay Pacific

Apr 22

CNS12:35 pmCairns

39h 20m

2 stops

SFO10:55 amSan Francisco

Apr 25

SFO12:20 amSan Francisco

66h 30m

2 stops

CNS11:50 amCairns

$1,714

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CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 5/2

11:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/23

10:10 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$925

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 4/28

11:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

11:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop18h 45m

$940

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CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 4/30

12:40 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

11:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop18h 45m

$959

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

9:10 pm-10:45 am

1 stop20h 35m

$979

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 4/28

11:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

10:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$1,002

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-1:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

10:10 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 35m

$1,004

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-1:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/23

10:10 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$1,010

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 4/25

9:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/22

10:10 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$1,019

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 4/22

12:35 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops51h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

12:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops66h 30m

$1,698

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 4/22

12:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops39h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

12:20 am-11:50 am

2 stops66h 30m

$1,701

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $770.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Cairns to California is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $960. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Tuesday is $1,444.

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Fastest flight time	17h 25m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to California takes 17h 25m

There are no direct flights from Cairns to California. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to California.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to California refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cairns Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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