Cheap Flights from Cairns to Los Angeles
Round-trip economy fares between Cairns (CNS) and Los Angeles (LAX) average A$1,339 across the year. Book for February and typical prices fall to A$1,178. The 11,571 km hop takes about 14.2 hours non-stop, and the nicest window to visit Los Angeles is March – May & September – November.
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A$1,084 −8% vs. seasonal low
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Average round-trip economy fare by departure month. February is the statistical sweet spot at A$1,178.
| Month | Avg. round-trip | vs. yearly average |
|---|---|---|
| January | A$1,205 | −A$134 |
| February Cheapest | A$1,178 | −A$161 |
| March | A$1,285 | −A$54 |
| April | A$1,339 | +A$0 |
| May | A$1,393 | +A$54 |
| June | A$1,553 | +A$214 |
| July | A$1,634 | +A$295 |
| August | A$1,580 | +A$241 |
| September | A$1,339 | +A$0 |
| October | A$1,272 | −A$67 |
| November | A$1,205 | −A$134 |
| December | A$1,473 | +A$134 |
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Cairns to Los Angeles flight FAQs
- What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Los Angeles?
- February is typically cheapest, with round-trips from A$1,178 — about A$161 under the yearly average of A$1,339.
- How long is the flight from Cairns to Los Angeles?
- Non-stop services cover the 11,571 km route in roughly 14.2 hours.
- When is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
- March – May & September – November. Entry requirements: ESTA visa-waiver required for most visitors (apply 72h+ before departure).