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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $1,009

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Easily compare round-trip flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cairns by changing tabs
Multiple Airlines
Aug 12
SFO6:41 pmSan Francisco
25h 54m
2 stops
CNS1:35 pmCairns
Aug 21
CNS6:55 pmCairns
32h 38m
2 stops
SFO10:33 amSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
Jun 13
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
27h 15m
1 stop
CNS6:30 pmCairns
Jun 20
CNS1:45 pmCairns
21h 05m
2 stops
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
Aug 12
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
28h 50m
2 stops
CNS7:50 pmCairns
Aug 21
CNS8:30 pmCairns
33h 20m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
United Airlines
Aug 12
SFO11:00 pmSan Francisco
23h 55m
1 stop
CNS3:55 pmCairns
Aug 21
CNS6:00 amCairns
17h 25m
1 stop
SFO6:25 amSan Francisco
ANA
Aug 11
SFO1:45 amSan Francisco
64h 40m
2 stops
CNS11:25 amCairns
Aug 21
CNS12:10 pmCairns
45h 45m
2 stops
SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
May 27
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
25h 15m
2 stops
CNS1:55 pmCairns
Aug 18
CNS6:00 amCairns
21h 33m
2 stops
SFO10:33 amSan Francisco

Find the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Cairns

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Multiple Airlines
Jun 14
SFO11:20 pmSan Francisco
53h 00m
3 stops
CNS9:20 pmCairns
Multiple Airlines
Jun 14
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
41h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:50 pmCairns
Multiple Airlines
Jun 13
SFO1:05 amSan Francisco
59h 55m
3 stops
CNS6:00 amCairns

Search last-minute flights to Cairns from San Francisco

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from San Francisco to Cairns
Multiple Airlines
May 22
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
23h 25m
2 stops
CNS12:05 pmCairns
Jun 5
CNS6:00 amCairns
27h 43m
2 stops
SFO4:43 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
May 22
SFO11:40 amSan Francisco
32h 25m
2 stops
CNS1:05 pmCairns
Jun 5
CNS6:55 pmCairns
39h 55m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
ANA
May 26
SFO1:45 amSan Francisco
45h 10m
2 stops
CNS3:55 pmCairns
Aug 18
CNS12:10 pmCairns
45h 45m
2 stops
SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco
Singapore Airlines
May 22
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
36h 30m
1 stop
CNS5:00 pmCairns
Jun 5
CNS6:15 pmCairns
32h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
May 21
SFO12:15 amSan Francisco
39h 15m
2 stops
CNS8:30 amCairns
Jun 5
CNS1:30 pmCairns
45h 15m
2 stops
SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
May 21
SFO12:50 amSan Francisco
38h 40m
2 stops
CNS8:30 amCairns
Jun 5
CNS6:15 pmCairns
32h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Jun 13
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
27h 15m
1 stop
CNS6:30 pmCairns
Jun 20
CNS1:45 pmCairns
21h 05m
2 stops
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
Jun 13
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
26h 45m
2 stops
CNS6:00 pmCairns
Jun 20
CNS1:45 pmCairns
21h 05m
2 stops
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
Jun 13
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
21h 35m
1 stop
CNS12:50 pmCairns
Jun 20
CNS1:30 pmCairns
21h 20m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco

Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
Aug 12
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
28h 50m
2 stops
CNS7:50 pmCairns
Aug 21
CNS8:30 pmCairns
33h 20m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
May 27
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
27h 00m
2 stops
CNS6:00 pmCairns
Aug 18
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
Aug 12
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
31h 35m
2 stops
CNS10:35 pmCairns
Aug 21
CNS8:30 pmCairns
38h 04m
3 stops
SFO5:34 pmSan Francisco

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Cairns

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cairns?

April. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cairns from San Francisco is April. Most expensive is December

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Cairns?

Sunday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Sunday. The most expensive is typically Friday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Cairns?

In the afternoon. San Francisco to Cairns flights are approximately 31% more expensive in the evening than in the afternoon

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Cairns from San Francisco?

Qantas Airways. Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Cairns

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Cairns flight route?

San Francisco - Cairns. Fly from San Francisco to Cairns for the best San Francisco - Cairns flight prices

Cheap San Francisco to Cairns (SFO to CNS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Cairns

Best Price Found

$1,952

Fastest flight time

20h 50m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $1,952. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,009.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 20h 50m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Cairns. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Cairns Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

  • How far is San Francisco to Cairns by plane?

    There are 7020.0 mi between San Francisco and Cairns. Typically, this will take 21h 30m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairns

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Cairns with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,242Free CancellationRating
7.6
967 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,486Free CancellationRating
8.2
626 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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