What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Cairns?

American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Fiji Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Cairns

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 35m and 24h 45m, respectively.

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Prices for flights from United States to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Cairns Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Cairns Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:05 pm - 5:15 pmSFO-CNS

25h 10m2 stops

6:00 am - 12:25 pmCNS-SFO

24h 25m2 stops

$904Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 25

10:45 pm - 5:30 pmLAX-CNS

24h 45m1 stop

6:40 am - 12:30 pmCNS-LAX

23h 50m1 stop

$1,078Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3

11:25 am - 9:55 amSFO-CNS

28h 30m1 stop

11:25 am - 4:20 pmCNS-SFO

22h 55m1 stop

$1,094Cathay Pacific

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Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 24

9:45 pm - 9:55 amSFO-CNS

42h 10m1 stop

11:25 am - 4:20 pmCNS-SFO

22h 55m1 stop

$1,104Cathay Pacific

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Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 26

10:50 pm - 10:05 pmLAX-CNS

29h 15m1 stop

9:20 am - 12:30 pmCNS-LAX

21h 10m2 stops

$1,168Qantas Airways

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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3

9:50 pm - 2:05 pmDFW-CNS

24h 15m1 stop

6:00 am - 12:30 pmCNS-DFW

21h 30m2 stops

$1,186Qantas Airways

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Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10

9:55 pm - 11:35 amDFW-CNS

21h 40m1 stop

12:35 pm - 3:20 pmCNS-DFW

18h 45m1 stop

$1,239Fiji Airways

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Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 22

7:50 pm - 2:05 pmSFO-CNS

24h 15m2 stops

6:00 am - 11:05 amCNS-SFO

23h 05m2 stops

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7:50 pm - 2:05 pmSFO-CNS

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5:35 pm - 11:05 amCNS-SFO

35h 30m2 stops

$1,270Air New Zealand

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7:01 pm - 11:35 amSFO-CNS

22h 34m2 stops

5:35 pm - 12:25 pmCNS-SFO

36h 50m2 stops

$1,322Fiji Airways

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Fiji Airways flights from United States to Cairns

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Fiji Airways

Nov 15

DFW9:55 pmDallas/Fort Worth

21h 40m

1 stop

CNS11:35 amCairns

Nov 22

CNS12:35 pmCairns

18h 45m

1 stop

DFW3:20 pmDallas/Fort Worth

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Fiji Airways

Feb 5

SFO7:01 pmSan Francisco

22h 34m

2 stops

CNS11:35 amCairns

Feb 26

CNS5:35 pmCairns

36h 50m

2 stops

SFO12:25 pmSan Francisco

$1,322

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Fiji Airways

Feb 10

ATL6:43 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

25h 52m

2 stops

CNS11:35 amCairns

Feb 14

CNS12:35 pmCairns

22h 21m

2 stops

ATL7:56 pmAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,360

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Nov 3

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

26h 00m

1 stop

CNS4:50 pmCairns

Nov 10

CNS6:00 amCairns

26h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:30 pmLos Angeles

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Qantas Airways

Nov 3

LAX8:50 pmLos Angeles

26h 00m

1 stop

CNS4:50 pmCairns

Nov 10

CNS6:00 amCairns

24h 30m

2 stops

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

$1,102

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Nov 26

LAX10:50 pmLos Angeles

29h 15m

1 stop

CNS10:05 pmCairns

Dec 3

CNS9:20 amCairns

21h 10m

2 stops

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

10:05 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Cairns

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$904

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LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Wed 11/26

10:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Cairns

Wed 12/3

6:40 am-12:30 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,078

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

11:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cairns

Tue 2/24

11:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,094

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

9:45 pm-9:55 am

1 stop42h 10m

Cairns

Thu 2/26

11:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,104

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LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Wed 11/26

10:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Cairns

Wed 12/3

9:20 am-12:30 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$1,168

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DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 2/24

9:50 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Cairns

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$1,186

DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 11/15

9:55 pm-11:35 am

1 stop21h 40m

Cairns

Sat 11/22

12:35 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$1,239

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

7:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Cairns

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-11:05 am

2 stops23h 05m

$1,269

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

7:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Cairns

Mon 2/23

5:35 pm-11:05 am

2 stops35h 30m

$1,270

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

7:01 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 34m

Cairns

Thu 2/26

5:35 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,322

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

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,240. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,769.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest United States to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the afternoon for as low as $1,741. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,761 per ticket.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Cairns Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Cairns Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,240. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,769.

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

Can stopping save me money on United States to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to Cairns flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Cairns?

American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Fiji Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Cairns

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 35m and 24h 45m, respectively.

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