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Cheap flights from Santa Ana, California to Cairns from $748

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Cairns departing on 8/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Air New Zealand Logo
9:42 am - 1:45 pm
SNA
-
CNS
35h 03m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
11:55 am - 6:47 pm
CNS
-
SNA
23h 52m
2 stops
$9,255Air New Zealand
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31
Qantas Airways Logo
4:31 pm - 11:50 am
SNA
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CNS
50h 19m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:50 am - 3:45 pm
CNS
-
SNA
25h 55m
2 stops
$12,862Qantas Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 20
Qantas Airways Logo
10:41 am - 11:50 am
SNA
-
CNS
31h 09m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
5:40 pm - 3:55 pm
CNS
-
SNA
40h 15m
2 stops
$13,786Qantas Airways
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 15
Qantas Airways Logo
4:31 pm - 12:55 pm
SNA
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CNS
27h 24m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
1:40 pm - 3:45 pm
CNS
-
SNA
43h 05m
2 stops
$13,914Qantas Airways
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 10
Qantas Airways Logo
4:31 pm - 2:40 pm
SNA
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CNS
53h 09m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:50 am - 10:30 pm
CNS
-
SNA
32h 40m
2 stops
$17,527Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 21

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Qantas Airways flights from Santa Ana, California to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Santa Ana, California to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Sep 6
SNA4:31 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
50h 19m
2 stops
CNS11:50 amCairns
Sep 20
CNS6:50 amCairns
25h 55m
2 stops
SNA3:45 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$12,862
Qantas Airways
Dec 13
SNA10:41 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
31h 09m
2 stops
CNS11:50 amCairns
Dec 15
CNS5:40 pmCairns
40h 15m
2 stops
SNA3:55 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$13,786
Qantas Airways
Aug 27
SNA4:31 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
27h 24m
2 stops
CNS12:55 pmCairns
Sep 10
CNS1:40 pmCairns
43h 05m
2 stops
SNA3:45 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$13,914

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana, California to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
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Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/17

9:42 am-1:45 pm

2 stops35h 03m

Cairns

Mon 8/31

11:55 am-6:47 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$9,255

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/6

4:31 pm-11:50 am

2 stops50h 19m

Cairns

Sun 9/20

6:50 am-3:45 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$12,862

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 12/13

10:41 am-11:50 am

2 stops31h 09m

Cairns

Tue 12/15

5:40 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops40h 15m

$13,786

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/27

4:31 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops27h 24m

Cairns

Thu 9/10

1:40 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops43h 05m

$13,914

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/7

4:31 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops53h 09m

Cairns

Fri 8/21

6:50 am-10:30 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$17,527
Cheapest one-way

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/5

1:08 pm-10:35 am

3 stops28h 27m

$748

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/22

2:35 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$823

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/8

4:31 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops28h 09m

$853

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/7

4:31 pm-11:50 am

2 stops50h 19m

$857

Santa AnaCairns

SNA - CNS

SNACNS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/26

6:48 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops48h 47m

$967

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Cairns?

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Fastest flight time

31h 00m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Santa Ana, California to Cairns takes 31h 00m
There are no direct flights from Santa Ana, California to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Ana, California to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Ana, California to Cairns

  • How far is Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Cairns by plane?

    There are 7212.9 mi between Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty and Cairns. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 31h 00m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport 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 Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Cairns Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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