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$499 Find Cheap Flights to Cairns

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Cheapest round-trip
$921
Overall average: $1,415
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/24Sat 5/2
LAX - CNS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$499
Typical prices: $573-$626
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/10
LAX - CNS • 1 stop
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Fiji Airways' Bula Space offers up to 34” pitch in Economy.
United's Economy Plus adds up to six inches of legroom.
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Cheap Flights to Cairns

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights 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 round-trip flight deals to Cairns

Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, May 2
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11:55 pm - 6:25 pm
LAX
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CNS
25h 30m2 stops
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6:45 am - 12:55 pm
CNS
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LAX
23h 10m2 stops
$921Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
Fiji Airways Logo
10:35 pm - 11:35 am
LAX
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CNS
19h 00m1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 12:00 pm
CNS
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LAX
17h 25m1 stop
$931Fiji Airways
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5
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8:50 pm - 2:05 pm
LAX
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CNS
23h 15m1 stop
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2:50 pm - 7:00 am
CNS
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LAX
34h 10m2 stops
$985Qantas Airways
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
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9:50 pm - 11:50 am
LAX
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CNS
21h 00m1 stop
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11:50 am - 4:30 pm
CNS
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LAX
21h 40m1 stop
$1,046Qantas Airways
Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18
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12:15 pm - 3:55 pm
SFO
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CNS
34h 40m2 stops
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6:00 am - 10:20 am
CNS
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SFO
21h 20m2 stops
$1,197Air Canada
Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18
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12:15 pm - 3:55 pm
SFO
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CNS
34h 40m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
6:00 am - 10:20 am
CNS
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SFO
21h 20m2 stops
$1,198Air Canada
Fri, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 21
American Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 11:00 am
JFK
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CNS
28h 30m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 7:26 am
CNS
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JFK
29h 51m2 stops
$1,223American Airlines
Sat, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 29
American Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 11:00 am
JFK
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CNS
28h 30m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 6:00 am
CNS
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JFK
31h 20m2 stops
$1,229American Airlines
Sun, Jun 14 - Sat, Jun 27
Air New Zealand Logo
10:05 pm - 10:45 am
SFO
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CNS
19h 40m1 stop
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6:00 am - 12:55 pm
CNS
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SFO
47h 55m2 stops
$1,305Air New Zealand
Tue, Jun 23 - Sat, Jul 11
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10:05 pm - 10:45 am
SFO
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CNS
19h 40m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
6:00 am - 12:55 pm
CNS
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SFO
47h 55m2 stops
$1,306Air New Zealand
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Cairns

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

What are the most popular airlines flying to Cairns?

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Cairns is Qantas Airways, followed by Fiji Airways.

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Airlines
Air Canada

Air Canada Signature Class features lie-flat seats with direct aisle access.


Premium Economy offers extra recline and legroom but narrower seats than Business Class.

United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access on long-haul flights.


Economy Plus seats provide up to six inches more legroom than standard economy.

Fiji Airways

Fiji Airways offers lie-flat seats in Business Class on A350 and A330 aircraft.


Economy Class seats have 31” to 32” pitch; Bula Space offers up to 34” pitch.

Qantas Airways

Qantas Business Class offers lie-flat seats with a 23-inch width on A380s and 787s.


Qantas Premium Economy seats are 22 inches wide with a 38-inch pitch.

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Good to know - Book Cheap Cairns Plane Tickets

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$499
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 50% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% 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 city center of Cairns is 3 miles from Cairns Airport.

  • What is the name of Cairns’s airport?

    All flights to Cairns land at Cairns Airport. The airport code is CNS,and it can also be referred to 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 Thursday where tickets can be as cheap as $683. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, where prices are $960 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 travelers 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.

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 airlines flying 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Cairns? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Fiji AirwaysOverall score based on 212 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.5Food
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

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

6.0 GoodHon, Oct 2025
NAN - SFO
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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.

6 hour delay and they didnt try to make up any time during an over 10 hour flight

Very good; seat made ready for bed after meal, a plus since one airline covered the seat at the start.

Entertainment was not good. Seems like liquor should’ve been advertised only beer and wine was even though I saw others getting liquor didn’t realize I could. And the food to me could’ve been a little bit.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

One of the best Qantas business flights I've had. Quality product

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

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