How do I get Price Alerts for flights from Cairns to San Francisco?

Price Alerts will notify you by email when the price for flights to San Francisco from Cairns decreases. To activate this, select your desired travel dates and search for offers. While browsing through offers you’ll see the Price Alert widget toggle. Click it to turn on notifications.

How can I save money on flights from Cairns to San Francisco with momondo?

Leverage our AI within our “Price Forecast” tool, which predicts if it’s better to book now or wait until prices decrease. You can strategically pick the best days to fly and save money on your trip by using our “Price Calendar” tool. “Explore” shows an overview of how much it costs to fly to anywhere from a selected city or airport. Our “Discover” content is a great option for travel inspiration and money-saving tips, while “Price Alerts” will update you when prices change, so you can book when fares are right.

How does momondo find its flight prices?

We show prices from over 700+ competitors with a single click. With options from airlines and OTAs from across our 30 international markets, we are able to show you a diverse range of deals to create your adventure.

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to San Francisco 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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18:35 - 07:50

CNS

SFO

31h 15m

1 stop

10:40 - 17:20

SFO

CNS

37h 40m

1 stop

$1,799Singapore Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

11:55 - 13:40

CNS

SFO

19h 45m

1 stop

23:05 - 09:20

SFO

CNS

41h 15m

2 stops

$1,882Multiple Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

06:00 - 15:55

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SFO

27h 55m

2 stops

21:30 - 21:00

SFO

CNS

30h 30m

2 stops

$2,029Qantas Airways

Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

06:00 - 12:20

CNS

SFO

23h 20m

2 stops

16:25 - 14:00

SFO

CNS

28h 35m

2 stops

$2,095Air Canada

Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

06:00 - 10:39

CNS

SFO

21h 39m

2 stops

18:52 - 14:00

SFO

CNS

26h 08m

2 stops

$2,104Air Canada

Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

06:00 - 12:20

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23h 20m

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16:25 - 14:55

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29h 30m

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$2,109Air Canada

Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

06:00 - 12:25

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24h 25m

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21:30 - 21:00

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30h 30m

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Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

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21h 20m

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21:30 - 11:50

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12:35 - 16:55

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21h 20m

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21:30 - 11:50

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21h 20m

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$2,513Qantas Airways

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12:35 - 16:55

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21h 20m

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21:30 - 11:50

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21h 20m

1 stop

$2,520Qantas Airways

Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Qantas Airways

6 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

27h 55m

2 stops

SFO15:55San Francisco

13 Mar

SFO21:30San Francisco

30h 30m

2 stops

CNS21:00Cairns

$2,029

Qantas Airways

13 Mar

CNS12:35Cairns

21h 20m

1 stop

SFO16:55San Francisco

17 Mar

SFO21:30San Francisco

21h 20m

1 stop

CNS11:50Cairns

$2,503

Qantas Airways

13 Mar

CNS12:35Cairns

21h 20m

1 stop

SFO16:55San Francisco

17 Mar

SFO21:30San Francisco

21h 20m

1 stop

CNS11:50Cairns

$2,513

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Air Canada

13 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

23h 20m

2 stops

SFO12:20San Francisco

17 Mar

SFO16:25San Francisco

28h 35m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$2,095

Air Canada

13 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

21h 39m

2 stops

SFO10:39San Francisco

17 Mar

SFO18:52San Francisco

26h 08m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$2,104

Air Canada

13 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

23h 20m

2 stops

SFO12:20San Francisco

17 Mar

SFO16:25San Francisco

29h 30m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$2,109

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18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

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10:40-17:20

1 stop37h 40m

$1,799

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Cairns

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11:55-13:40

1 stop19h 45m

San Francisco

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23:05-09:20

2 stops41h 15m

$1,882

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 6/3

06:00-15:55

2 stops27h 55m

San Francisco

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21:30-21:00

2 stops30h 30m

$2,029

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CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

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06:00-12:20

2 stops23h 20m

San Francisco

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16:25-14:00

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$2,095

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

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06:00-10:39

2 stops21h 39m

San Francisco

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$2,104

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 13/3

06:00-12:20

2 stops23h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

16:25-14:55

2 stops29h 30m

$2,109

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 6/3

06:00-12:25

3 stops24h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 13/3

21:30-21:00

2 stops30h 30m

$2,295

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 13/3

12:35-16:55

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

21:30-11:50

1 stop21h 20m

$2,503

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 13/3

12:35-16:55

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

21:30-11:50

1 stop21h 20m

$2,513

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 13/3

12:35-16:55

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

21:30-11:50

1 stop21h 20m

$2,520

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How far is Cairns to San Francisco by plane?
Cairns and San Francisco are 11297.5 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 31h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to San Francisco 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

How do I get Price Alerts for flights from Cairns to San Francisco?
Price Alerts will notify you by email when the price for flights to San Francisco from Cairns decreases. To activate this, select your desired travel dates and search for offers. While browsing through offers you’ll see the Price Alert widget toggle. Click it to turn on notifications.
How can I save money on flights from Cairns to San Francisco with momondo?
Leverage our AI within our “Price Forecast” tool, which predicts if it’s better to book now or wait until prices decrease. You can strategically pick the best days to fly and save money on your trip by using our “Price Calendar” tool. “Explore” shows an overview of how much it costs to fly to anywhere from a selected city or airport. Our “Discover” content is a great option for travel inspiration and money-saving tips, while “Price Alerts” will update you when prices change, so you can book when fares are right.
How does momondo find its flight prices?
We show prices from over 700+ competitors with a single click. With options from airlines and OTAs from across our 30 international markets, we are able to show you a diverse range of deals to create your adventure.

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