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

Fiji Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers 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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6:00 am - 9:08 pm

CNS

LAX

33h 08m2 stops

2:10 pm - 5:15 pm

LAX

CNS

33h 05m2 stops

$917Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

6:00 am - 6:01 pm

CNS

LAX

30h 01m2 stops

12:50 pm - 5:15 pm

LAX

CNS

34h 25m2 stops

$970Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 30

11:25 am - 9:15 pm

CNS

SFO

27h 50m1 stop

9:45 pm - 9:55 am

SFO

CNS

42h 10m1 stop

$1,027Cathay Pacific

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

11:25 am - 4:20 pm

CNS

SFO

22h 55m1 stop

9:45 pm - 9:55 am

SFO

CNS

42h 10m1 stop

$1,028Cathay Pacific

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

11:25 am - 4:20 pm

CNS

LAX

22h 55m1 stop

9:15 pm - 9:55 am

LAX

CNS

42h 40m1 stop

$1,036Cathay Pacific

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

6:00 am - 1:20 pm

CNS

LAX

24h 20m2 stops

9:10 pm - 11:10 pm

LAX

CNS

33h 00m2 stops

$1,178Air New Zealand

Thu, Apr 30 - Fri, May 8

6:00 am - 2:30 pm

CNS

LAX

26h 30m1 stop

9:50 pm - 2:05 pm

LAX

CNS

23h 15m1 stop

$1,209Qantas Airways

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

9:20 am - 2:30 pm

CNS

LAX

23h 10m1 stop

9:50 pm - 2:05 pm

LAX

CNS

23h 15m1 stop

$1,211Qantas Airways

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

6:00 am - 8:34 pm

CNS

SFO

32h 34m2 stops

1:20 pm - 2:00 pm

SFO

CNS

30h 40m2 stops

$1,375Air Canada

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

6:00 am - 3:35 pm

CNS

SFO

27h 35m2 stops

8:25 am - 2:00 pm

SFO

CNS

35h 35m2 stops

$1,420Air Canada

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to California

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Air New Zealand

Apr 30

CNS6:00 amCairns

24h 20m

2 stops

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

May 8

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

33h 00m

2 stops

CNS11:10 pmCairns

$1,178

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Air New Zealand

Jan 25

CNS5:35 pmCairns

35h 30m

2 stops

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

Feb 1

SFO10:52 amSan Francisco

40h 08m

3 stops

CNS9:00 pmCairns

$1,500

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Air New Zealand

Jan 24

CNS6:00 amCairns

29h 47m

3 stops

SFO5:47 pmSan Francisco

Jan 31

SFO9:10 amSan Francisco

43h 55m

3 stops

CNS11:05 pmCairns

$2,050

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Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to California

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Qantas Airways

Mar 5

CNS6:00 amCairns

26h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:30 pmLos Angeles

Mar 9

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles

23h 15m

1 stop

CNS2:05 pmCairns

$1,209

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Qantas Airways

Mar 5

CNS9:20 amCairns

23h 10m

1 stop

LAX2:30 pmLos Angeles

Mar 9

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles

23h 15m

1 stop

CNS2:05 pmCairns

$1,211

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Qantas Airways

Apr 30

CNS3:35 pmCairns

17h 55m

1 stop

LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles

May 8

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

23h 00m

1 stop

CNS2:10 pmCairns

$1,317

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CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops33h 08m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

2:10 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$917

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-6:01 pm

2 stops30h 01m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

12:50 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$970

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 2/5

11:25 am-9:15 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

9:45 pm-9:55 am

1 stop42h 10m

$1,027

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 2/5

11:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop22h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

9:45 pm-9:55 am

1 stop42h 10m

$1,028

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 1/24

11:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

9:15 pm-9:55 am

1 stop42h 40m

$1,036

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-1:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/8

9:10 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$1,178

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

9:50 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,209

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 3/5

9:20 am-2:30 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

9:50 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,211

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-8:34 pm

2 stops32h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

1:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$1,375

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

8:25 am-2:00 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$1,420

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $769.

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	21h 20m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to California takes 21h 20m

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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