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Cairns Flights as Low as $1,006

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Fiji Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,006 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,006
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Dec 5, priced at $1,006 found 5 days ago
Fiji Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,062 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,062
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,062 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,220 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,220
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,220 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,220 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,220
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,220 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,227 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,227
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Sat, Dec 5, priced at $1,227 found 5 days ago
United
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,238 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,238
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,238 found 8 hours ago
Air New Zealand
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,296 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,296
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,296 found 8 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,300 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,300
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,300 found 8 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,314 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,314
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,314 found 8 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,334 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,334
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,334 found 8 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,336 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,336
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,336 found 8 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,714 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,714
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,714 found 8 hours ago
Air Canada
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$1,748 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,748
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $1,748 found 8 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$2,205 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$2,205
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $2,205 found 8 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$2,367 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$2,367
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $2,367 found 8 hours ago
Japan Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CNS
Cairns Intl.
$10,854 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$10,854
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Japan Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Cairns Intl., returning Mon, Dec 7, priced at $10,854 found 8 hours ago

Cheap Flights to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

Airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time, depending on the day of the week or the month of the year. The cheapest round trip flights to Cairns are in December, but when you book your flight on Hotwire, savings are always in season.

How many airlines fly to Cairns?

Variety is the spice of life, even when it comes to booking your next trip. Want options for airlines? You’ll find 16 to choose from for your flight to Cairns.

What airport is best to fly into Cairns?

When you’re planning your trip to Cairns, convenience is the name of the game. Luckily, Cairns Cairns Intl. Airport is nearby so you can deplane and get going on checking off everything on your Cairns must-do list.

How much are flights to Cairns?

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Cairns Flight Information
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
CNS
Roundtrip price
$1,006

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
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Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"The staff and location are outstanding! However, our room was quite worn and needs remodeling."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"A+"

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2026

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Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
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Hilton Cairns
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina are located ...
5.8/10 (75 reviews)
"We liked the position of the property and the staff were very pleasant. Unfortunately the property was extremely poorly maintained and the rooms were old and shabby with a musty smell. Overall the property desperately needs investment to bring it up to an acceptable standard."

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2026

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The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Was great for a one night stay outside the children on the playground and in the community areas until well after 10pm. Understandable but as a solo traveler, it was difficult to get to sleep with all the commotion."

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2026

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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The room was very clean and had everything I needed for my 3 night stay."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

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Cairns Plaza Hotel
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Top Hotels With Free Airport Shuttle

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel

3.5 out of 5
41-47 Digger Street Cairns North QLD
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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Reef Palms Motel
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2 out of 5
57-89 Grafton Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located ...
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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

2 out of 5
83 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and airport pick-up service (surcharge). Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns ...
5.4/10 (42 reviews)
"Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2020

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Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.