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 19h and 19h 50m, respectively.

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

American Airlines and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cairns

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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 2 as of December 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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10:35 pm - 11:35 am

LAX

CNS

19h 00m1 stop

12:35 pm - 12:00 pm

CNS

LAX

17h 25m1 stop

$930Fiji Airways

sáb., ene. 24 - sáb., ene. 31

10:35 pm - 5:15 pm

LAX

CNS

24h 40m2 stops

6:00 am - 12:00 pm

CNS

LAX

24h 00m2 stops

$963Multiple Airlines

dom., ene. 25 - dom., feb. 1

9:50 pm - 11:50 am

LAX

CNS

21h 00m1 stop

2:55 pm - 4:30 pm

CNS

LAX

18h 35m1 stop

$1,046Qantas Airways

lun., may. 4 - mié., may. 13

11:10 pm - 1:40 pm

LAX

CNS

21h 30m1 stop

7:10 pm - 6:00 am

CNS

LAX

27h 50m1 stop

$1,078Multiple Airlines

jue., abr. 30 - sáb., may. 9

11:25 am - 9:55 am

SFO

CNS

28h 30m1 stop

11:25 am - 4:20 pm

CNS

SFO

22h 55m1 stop

$1,090Cathay Pacific

jue., ene. 29 - mar., feb. 10

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SFO

CNS

28h 30m1 stop

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CNS

SFO

22h 55m1 stop

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mar., ene. 27 - mar., feb. 10

9:30 pm - 2:05 pm

LAX

CNS

22h 35m1 stop

9:20 am - 7:00 am

CNS

LAX

39h 40m2 stops

$1,112Qantas Airways

dom., ene. 11 - vie., ene. 23

1:53 pm - 2:00 pm

ONT

CNS

30h 07m2 stops

6:00 am - 5:41 pm

CNS

ONT

29h 41m2 stops

$1,402United Airlines

sáb., feb. 28 - mié., mar. 4

2:04 pm - 2:00 pm

BUR

CNS

29h 56m2 stops

6:00 am - 11:57 am

CNS

BUR

23h 57m2 stops

$1,402United Airlines

sáb., feb. 28 - mié., mar. 4

4:45 pm - 2:55 pm

LAS

CNS

28h 10m2 stops

6:00 am - 10:27 pm

CNS

LAS

34h 27m2 stops

$1,427Air Canada

jue., feb. 19 - lun., feb. 23

Fiji Airways flights from California to Cairns

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Jan 24

LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

CNS11:35 amCairns

Jan 31

CNS12:35 pmCairns

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:00 pmLos Angeles

$930

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Dec 20

SFO9:45 pmSan Francisco

19h 50m

1 stop

CNS11:35 amCairns

Jan 3

CNS12:35 pmCairns

18h 15m

1 stop

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

$4,075

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Dec 20

SFO11:03 amSan Francisco

30h 32m

2 stops

CNS11:35 amCairns

Jan 3

CNS12:35 pmCairns

18h 15m

1 stop

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

$4,077

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May 4

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles

21h 00m

1 stop

CNS11:50 amCairns

May 13

CNS2:55 pmCairns

18h 35m

1 stop

LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,046

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Jan 11

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles

22h 35m

1 stop

CNS2:05 pmCairns

Jan 23

CNS9:20 amCairns

39h 40m

2 stops

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles

$1,112

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Dec 25

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

30h 10m

1 stop

CNS9:00 pmCairns

Jan 8

CNS5:35 pmCairns

38h 55m

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$1,123

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LAX - CNS

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sáb. 1/24

10:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

sáb. 1/31

12:35 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$930

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

dom. 1/25

10:35 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Cairns

dom. 2/1

6:00 am-12:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$963

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

lun. 5/4

9:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 00m

Cairns

mié. 5/13

2:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$1,046

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

jue. 4/30

11:10 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Cairns

sáb. 5/9

7:10 pm-6:00 am

1 stop27h 50m

$1,078

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

jue. 1/29

11:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cairns

mar. 2/10

11:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,090

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

mar. 1/27

11:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cairns

mar. 2/10

11:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,104

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

dom. 1/11

9:30 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Cairns

vie. 1/23

9:20 am-7:00 am

2 stops39h 40m

$1,112

OntarioCairns

ONT - CNS

ONTCNS

Ontario

sáb. 2/28

1:53 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 07m

Cairns

mié. 3/4

6:00 am-5:41 pm

2 stops29h 41m

$1,402

BurbankCairns

BUR - CNS

BURCNS

Burbank Bob Hope

sáb. 2/28

2:04 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops29h 56m

Cairns

mié. 3/4

6:00 am-11:57 am

2 stops23h 57m

$1,402

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LAS - CNS

LASCNS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 2/19

4:45 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Cairns

lun. 2/23

6:00 am-10:27 pm

2 stops34h 27m

$1,427

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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 $991, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Cairns, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,018.

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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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 2 as of December 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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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 45% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cairns flight.

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

American Airlines 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 19h and 19h 50m, respectively.

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