What airlines fly to Cairns?

Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from California according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Fiji Airways, Air Canada, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cairns

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 30m and 24h 01m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from California to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Cairns Airport is 3 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California 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 from California 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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4:19 pm - 2:00 pmSFO-CNS

27h 41m2 stops

6:00 am - 10:39 amCNS-SFO

22h 39m2 stops

$897Air Canada

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mar., nov. 4 - mié., nov. 12

7:25 am - 2:10 pmLAS-CNS

37h 45m2 stops

6:00 am - 3:59 pmCNS-LAS

26h 59m2 stops

$946Air Canada

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mar., oct. 21 - mar., oct. 28

11:55 pm - 11:40 amLAX-CNS

18h 45m1 stop

12:40 pm - 12:55 pmCNS-LAX

17h 15m1 stop

$955Fiji Airways

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jue., sep. 4 - jue., sep. 11

10:45 pm - 11:35 amLAX-CNS

18h 50m1 stop

12:35 pm - 11:50 amCNS-LAX

17h 15m1 stop

$1,037Fiji Airways

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jue., nov. 27 - jue., dic. 4

10:50 am - 4:25 amLAX-CNS

24h 35m1 stop

7:00 pm - 11:59 pmCNS-LAX

45h 59m2 stops

$1,077

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jue., sep. 4 - jue., sep. 11

10:45 pm - 11:35 amLAX-CNS

18h 50m1 stop

6:00 am - 11:50 amCNS-LAX

23h 50m2 stops

$1,117

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jue., nov. 27 - jue., dic. 4

8:10 pm - 11:05 pmLAX-CNS

32h 55m2 stops

3:35 pm - 10:40 amCNS-LAX

37h 05m2 stops

$1,128Air New Zealand

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dom., nov. 23 - jue., dic. 4

8:10 pm - 4:50 pmLAX-CNS

26h 40m2 stops

3:35 pm - 10:40 amCNS-LAX

37h 05m2 stops

$1,134Air New Zealand

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jue., nov. 27 - jue., dic. 4

8:50 pm - 9:00 pmLAX-CNS

30h 10m1 stop

5:35 pm - 2:15 pmCNS-LAX

38h 40m1 stop

$1,325Qantas Airways

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lun., dic. 15 - mar., dic. 23

8:50 pm - 2:05 pmLAX-CNS

23h 15m1 stop

5:55 pm - 2:15 pmCNS-LAX

38h 20m2 stops

$1,392Qantas Airways

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Fiji Airways flights from California to Cairns

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Fiji Airways

Sep 4

LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

CNS11:40 amCairns

Sep 11

CNS12:40 pmCairns

17h 15m

1 stop

LAX12:55 pmLos Angeles

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Fiji Airways

Nov 27

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

18h 50m

1 stop

CNS11:35 amCairns

Dec 4

CNS12:35 pmCairns

17h 15m

1 stop

LAX11:50 amLos Angeles

$1,037

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Fiji Airways

Jan 8

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

25h 20m

2 stops

CNS11:35 amCairns

Jan 22

CNS12:35 pmCairns

21h 09m

2 stops

SFO3:44 pmSan Francisco

$1,372

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Qantas Airways

Dec 15

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

30h 10m

1 stop

CNS9:00 pmCairns

Dec 23

CNS5:35 pmCairns

38h 40m

1 stop

LAX2:15 pmLos Angeles

$1,325

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Qantas Airways

Dec 15

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

23h 15m

1 stop

CNS2:05 pmCairns

Dec 23

CNS5:55 pmCairns

38h 20m

2 stops

LAX2:15 pmLos Angeles

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Qantas Airways

Nov 22

LAX9:25 pmLos Angeles

24h 50m

1 stop

CNS4:15 pmCairns

Dec 5

CNS2:50 pmCairns

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX2:15 pmLos Angeles

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

mar. 11/4

4:19 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops27h 41m

Cairns

mié. 11/12

6:00 am-10:39 am

2 stops22h 39m

$897

Las VegasCairns

LAS - CNS

LASCNS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 10/21

7:25 am-2:10 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Cairns

mar. 10/28

6:00 am-3:59 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$946

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

jue. 9/4

11:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop18h 45m

Cairns

jue. 9/11

12:40 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$955

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

jue. 11/27

10:45 pm-11:35 am

1 stop18h 50m

Cairns

jue. 12/4

12:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop17h 15m

$1,037

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

jue. 9/4

10:50 am-4:25 am

1 stop24h 35m

Cairns

jue. 9/11

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops45h 59m

$1,077

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

jue. 11/27

10:45 pm-11:35 am

1 stop18h 50m

Cairns

jue. 12/4

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops23h 50m

$1,117

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

dom. 11/23

8:10 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Cairns

jue. 12/4

3:35 pm-10:40 am

2 stops37h 05m

$1,128

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

jue. 11/27

8:10 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Cairns

jue. 12/4

3:35 pm-10:40 am

2 stops37h 05m

$1,134

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

lun. 12/15

8:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Cairns

mar. 12/23

5:35 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop38h 40m

$1,325

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

lun. 12/15

8:50 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Cairns

mar. 12/23

5:55 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$1,392

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from California is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,037, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Cairns, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,062.

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $783. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,082.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the evening for as low as $914. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $998 per ticket.

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Fastest flight time	18h 45m
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The best one-way flight to Cairns from California in the past 72 hours is $553. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $897.

The fastest flight from California to Cairns takes 18h 45m

There are no direct flights from California to Cairns. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Cairns Airport, Los Angeles Airport - Cairns Airport and Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport - Cairns Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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Prices for flights from California to Cairns Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cairns Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Cairns Airport is 3 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California 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 from California 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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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $377	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 202 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $783. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,082.

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Can stopping save me money on California to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cairns flight.

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

Fiji Airways, Air Canada, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cairns

What airlines fly to Cairns?

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 30m and 24h 01m, respectively.

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