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Cheap flights from California to Cairns from $427

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10:45 pm - 11:25 amSFO-CNS
19h 40m1 stop
12:25 pm - 1:50 pmCNS-SFO
18h 25m1 stop
$977Fiji Airways
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Thu, Jun 5 - Sat, Jun 21
5:00 pm - 8:00 amLAX-CNS
45h 00m2 stops
6:40 am - 1:10 pmCNS-LAX
23h 30m1 stop
$1,022
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Sun, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 18
10:55 am - 10:30 amLAX-CNS
29h 35m1 stop
12:00 pm - 9:55 pmCNS-LAX
26h 55m1 stop
$1,113Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 18
11:35 pm - 10:30 amSFO-CNS
40h 55m1 stop
12:00 pm - 10:15 pmCNS-SFO
27h 15m1 stop
$1,168Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 25
7:40 pm - 2:00 pmONT-CNS
24h 20m2 stops
6:00 am - 8:10 pmCNS-ONT
31h 10m2 stops
$1,377United Airlines
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Sun, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 18
7:50 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-CNS
28h 10m2 stops
6:00 am - 12:05 pmCNS-SFO
23h 05m2 stops
$1,498Air New Zealand
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Thu, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 26
7:50 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-CNS
28h 10m2 stops
6:00 am - 12:05 pmCNS-SFO
23h 05m2 stops
$1,500Air New Zealand
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Sun, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 25
9:40 am - 5:20 pmSFO-CNS
37h 40m1 stop
6:35 pm - 8:50 amCNS-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
$1,593Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 24
11:05 pm - 11:10 amSFO-CNS
19h 05m1 stop
6:00 am - 6:30 amCNS-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
$1,596United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 16 - Fri, Apr 25
11:30 am - 5:00 pmSFO-CNS
36h 30m1 stop
6:15 pm - 9:40 amCNS-SFO
32h 25m1 stop
$1,612Singapore Airlines
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Fri, May 2 - Wed, May 14
11:00 am - 8:30 amLAX-CNS
51h 30m3 stops
Tue, Feb 18
8:00 am - 8:30 amLAX-CNS
54h 30m2 stops
Tue, Feb 18
11:20 pm - 10:30 amLAX-CNS
41h 10m1 stop
$560Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Feb 17
10:15 pm - 10:30 amLAX-CNS
42h 15m1 stop
$562Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Feb 19
7:45 am - 2:00 pmLAS-CNS
37h 15m2 stops
$608Air Canada
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Sun, Mar 9
10:35 pm - 7:15 pmLAX-CNS
27h 40m1 stop
$613United Airlines
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Fri, Mar 21
1:45 pm - 2:00 pmLAX-CNS
30h 15m2 stops
$621United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 15
4:35 pm - 2:00 pmSFO-CNS
27h 25m2 stops
$915Air Canada
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Wed, Feb 5
12:05 am - 2:55 pmLAX-CNS
44h 50m2 stops
$1,035ANA
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Sat, Feb 22
12:05 am - 10:10 amLAX-CNS
40h 05m2 stops
$1,866ANA
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Tue, Feb 4

Air New Zealand flights from California to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on California to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
Feb 27
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
28h 10m
2 stops
CNS6:00 pmCairns
Mar 26
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 05m
2 stops
SFO12:05 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
Feb 23
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
28h 10m
2 stops
CNS6:00 pmCairns
Mar 25
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 05m
2 stops
SFO12:05 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
Feb 23
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
24h 05m
2 stops
CNS1:55 pmCairns
Mar 29
CNS6:40 pmCairns
34h 10m
2 stops
SFO11:50 amSan Francisco

Singapore Airlines flights from California to Cairns

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Singapore Airlines
Feb 24
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
37h 40m
1 stop
CNS5:20 pmCairns
Mar 24
CNS6:35 pmCairns
31h 15m
1 stop
SFO8:50 amSan Francisco
Singapore Airlines
May 2
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
36h 30m
1 stop
CNS5:00 pmCairns
May 14
CNS6:15 pmCairns
32h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
Singapore Airlines
Feb 22
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
37h 40m
1 stop
CNS5:20 pmCairns
Mar 24
CNS6:35 pmCairns
31h 15m
1 stop
SFO8:50 amSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from California is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,117, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Cairns, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,224.

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,190. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,511.

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 afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the afternoon for as low as $998. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,425 per ticket.

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Best Price Found

$427

Fastest flight time

18h 30m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from California in the past 72 hours is $427. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $977.
The fastest flight from California to Cairns takes 18h 30m
There are no direct flights from California to Cairns. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Cairns Airport, Ontario Airport - Cairns Airport and Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport - Cairns Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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

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  • 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.


Best airlines flying from California to Cairns

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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,180Free CancellationRating
7.5
811 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,213Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,942 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,255Free CancellationRating
7.9
477 reviews
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