$498 Find Cheap Flights from the United States to Cairns

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Cheapest return fare
$1,061
Overall average: $1,846
Fiji Airways
Thu 5/3Thu 28/5
LAX - CNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$498
Typical prices: $731-$938
Fiji Airways
Thu 4/6
LAX - CNS • 1 stop
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from the United States to Cairns

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from the United States to Cairns that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from the United States to Cairns

Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 28 May
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 11:35
LAX
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CNS
19h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
12:40 - 12:55
CNS
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LAX
17h 15m
1 stop
$1,061Fiji Airways
Tue, 3 Mar - Thu, 28 May
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 11:35
LAX
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CNS
19h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
12:40 - 12:55
CNS
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LAX
17h 15m
1 stop
$1,075Fiji Airways
Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 27 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 17:15
LAX
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CNS
24h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 12:55
CNS
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LAX
23h 55m
2 stops
$1,222Multiple Airlines
Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:35 - 16:40
LAX
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CNS
24h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 13:00
CNS
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LAX
17h 25m
1 stop
$1,268Multiple Airlines
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Air Canada Logo
19:30 - 15:55
SFO
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CNS
27h 25m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 10:20
CNS
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SFO
21h 20m
2 stops
$1,509Air Canada
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
22:59 - 23:05
DFW
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CNS
32h 06m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 08:25
CNS
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DFW
29h 50m
1 stop
$1,645Qantas Airways
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
22:59 - 23:05
DFW
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CNS
32h 06m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:35 - 23:50
CNS
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DFW
23h 15m
2 stops
$1,666Qantas Airways
Fri, 17 Apr - Fri, 8 May
Air Canada Logo
18:25 - 15:55
SFO
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CNS
28h 30m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 15:22
CNS
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SFO
26h 22m
2 stops
$1,720Air Canada
Sun, 3 May - Sat, 16 May
Air New Zealand Logo
21:55 - 10:45
IAH
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CNS
21h 50m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
13:40 - 22:51
CNS
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IAH
48h 11m
2 stops
$2,214Air New Zealand
Sun, 3 May - Sat, 16 May
Air New Zealand Logo
21:55 - 10:45
IAH
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CNS
21h 50m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
13:40 - 22:51
CNS
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IAH
48h 11m
2 stops
$2,216Air New Zealand
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Cairns

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Cairns to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Cairns is August, where tickets cost $1,244 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $2,477 and $1,972 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is August with an average price of $1,244.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$498
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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FAQs - booking Cairns flights

  • Does Cairns Airport have a lounge?

    Yes, it does. Regardless of the travel class you are in, you can access any airport lounge provided you pay at the door, get annual membership privileges or purchase a day pass. There are three lounges at the Airport. Qantas Club lounge is on the second floor, and it provides beverages, family zones, and workstations with apple computers. Reef lounge is located at the Airside next to Gate 2, providing beverages, newspapers, telephones, and flight information monitors. Virgin Australia Lounge is located on Domestic Departures Level 1, offering beverages, meals, a TV lounge, and workstations.

  • Are there facilities for the disabled in Cairns Airport?

    Passengers with disabilities will find hearing loops at the airport. There are also lifts to help persons with disabilities navigate the airport. At the car parking area, there is a designated spot for persons with disabilities. Airlines provide additional assistance, so be sure to contact your airline before the flight.

  • Which kind of services are available at the airport?

    Popular banks operate ATMs all over the airport for travelers that need cash. Visitors will find Travelex currency exchange shops and duty-free shopping at the International Terminals and Lounges. Food vendors are available on both the landside and airside. Terminal 2 Departures also has a pharmacy where you can get over-the-counter medication.

  • Does Cairns International Airport have an airport shower?

    Showers are available at the Qantas, Reef, and Virgin Australia lounges. If you access any of these lounges through pay-per-use, single visit passes or lounge membership, there is no additional charge to use a shower.

  • How far is Cairns Airport from central Cairns?

    The distance between Cairns Airport and the city centre of Cairns is 4 km.

  • What is the name of Cairns’s airport?

    When flying to Cairns, you'll arrive at Cairns Airport (CNS). The airport is also known as Cairns or Cairns Intl.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Cairns is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as $478. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where prices are $614 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Cairns?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Cairns.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Cairns?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Cairns?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Cairns?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cairns?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Cairns is generally at night, when flights cost $922 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Cairns is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $922.

  • How many direct flights to Cairns are there each week?

    Each week there are around 365 direct flights from within United States to Cairns. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Cairns

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Cairns flight deals.
  • Most public means of transport do not offer direct rides from Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Cairns city center. Shuttle rides, however, give rides to Palm Cove. From Palm Cove, travelers can walk over to Williams Esplanade and take the 110 bus to the city of Cairns. However, taxi rides and car rental services can easily get you direct transfers to Cairns.
  • Cairns International Airport has destinations in 32 cities and five countries. 12 airlines fly via the airport with direct flights to Japan, Indonesia, South East Asia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and Singapore. Jetstar Airways, Star Alliance, and Oneworld are the most popular airlines with direct flights.
  • Passengers traveling with babies will find baby care facilities at Cairns Airport. Both airports have parents' rooms in the washrooms where travelers can feed and change their babies' privately before and after their flight.
  • If you need help with your luggage, there are baggage trolleys available for free at the airport. There are also self-service baggage lockers available just right next to T2 Car Park service Kiosk for short-term storage. Storage rates vary depending on the size of the locker, and fees are normally charged hourly. The self-service system only accepts cash payments for small cash bills under $20 and coins, so if you need baggage storage, ensure you have loose change.
  • Travelers that need business areas can conduct their business in one of Cairns Airports Lounges. If you are an economy class traveler, you can access the lounges through pay at the door, paying the membership, or purchase a day pass. Virgin Australia Lounge is equipped with business facilities, Wi-Fi, and fax for visitors who wish to conduct business meetings.

Reviews of the top airline flying from the United States to Cairns

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Cairns. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to Cairns. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 223 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.5Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.4Food
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Ticketing said dinner for the almost 14 hour flight and we were delayed an hour. However, onboard we were only served a sluce if pizza bread and a cookie. Not at all dinner and insufficient for a long international flight. Breakfast was good.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jan 2026
DFW - NAN
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Ticketing said dinner for the almost 14 hour flight and we were delayed an hour. However, onboard we were only served a sluce if pizza bread and a cookie. Not at all dinner and insufficient for a long international flight. Breakfast was good.

We have had an absolutely horrific experience so far getting home from Australia on a $18,000 + flight we booked with you. The flight did not deplane in Dallas because there was no available gate or staircase. We sat in the plane for 3 hours waiting to deplane. As a result we missed our connecting flight to New York. American Airlines put us up in a hotel several miles away. We waited 45 minutes for a shuttle and The shuttle driver was horribly rude and unhelpful. They offered us $70 vouchers for food but actually there was no food left when we arrived minus some chicken nuggets and corn dogs. It was awful. Horrible way to end a vacation. There has to be accountability here.

A bit cramped in economy and the people in front wouldn’t put their seats up during meal service, crew did not help with that and I felt they could have done more about it.

The airline is ok, but it needs to improve it schedules.

Again, Fijian hospitality was genuine, very comfortable, only improvement would be the entertainment. Why Do they only have 5 episodes of TV shows and from like season three...

Fiji Airways was amazing, will definately be lfying them again. The "Fijian hospitality" is not a catch phrase, it is genuine. the only things that could be improved is the entertainment. Not a great choice of movies, and the TV shows only have about 5 or so episodes, and often of a random season.

They will look to squeeze every penny they can out of you!! Pick your seat$$...bring luggage$$$$... if they could charge you for the air on the plane they would!!

.very good and as I needed wheelchair assistance all staff excellent.. only suggestion is get rid of those plastic chairs hard to ride in and staff have trouble compared to others. Everything else very good experience. Will use Fiji Air again.

In-flight entertainment options could use a refresh, Consider a tie-up with Spotify for more current music and with IMDB or other service for newer selections/movie ratings.

See previous comments. Didn’t take this flight because my other flight was so delayed. Ending up on two other flights as a result and was more than a day late.

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