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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19:10 - 17:45

CNS

SFO

39h 35m

1 stop

19:53 - 13:40

SFO

CNS

24h 47m

2 stops

$1,368Multiple Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

10:15 - 19:20

CNS

SFO

26h 05m

2 stops

13:40 - 12:55

SFO

CNS

30h 15m

2 stops

$1,385Multiple Airlines

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

13:40 - 17:45

CNS

SFO

21h 05m

1 stop

22:30 - 13:40

SFO

CNS

22h 10m

1 stop

$1,399Qantas Airways

Sun, 26 Jul - Sun, 6 Sep

06:45 - 19:15

CNS

SFO

29h 30m

2 stops

13:40 - 12:55

SFO

CNS

30h 15m

2 stops

$1,411Multiple Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

15:45 - 23:51

CNS

SFO

25h 06m

2 stops

19:53 - 12:55

SFO

CNS

24h 02m

2 stops

$1,412American Airlines

Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May

13:40 - 17:45

CNS

SFO

21h 05m

1 stop

22:30 - 12:55

SFO

CNS

21h 25m

1 stop

$1,422Qantas Airways

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 5 May

06:00 - 13:40

CNS

SFO

24h 40m

2 stops

23:25 - 21:00

SFO

CNS

28h 35m

2 stops

$1,441Multiple Airlines

Sun, 26 Jul - Sun, 6 Sep

15:35 - 23:51

CNS

SFO

25h 16m

2 stops

13:40 - 12:55

SFO

CNS

30h 15m

2 stops

$1,453Multiple Airlines

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May

12:35 - 17:45

CNS

SFO

22h 10m

2 stops

22:30 - 12:55

SFO

CNS

21h 25m

1 stop

$1,457Qantas Airways

Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 5 May

17:40 - 17:45

CNS

SFO

41h 05m

2 stops

22:30 - 12:55

SFO

CNS

21h 25m

1 stop

$1,458Qantas Airways

Mon, 20 Apr - Tue, 5 May

Air Canada flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Air Canada

22 Apr

CNS06:00Cairns

26h 32m

2 stops

SFO15:32San Francisco

5 May

SFO12:15San Francisco

34h 40m

2 stops

CNS15:55Cairns

$1,606

Air Canada

22 Apr

CNS06:00Cairns

23h 30m

2 stops

SFO12:30San Francisco

8 May

SFO06:30San Francisco

40h 25m

2 stops

CNS15:55Cairns

$1,682

Air Canada

22 Apr

CNS06:00Cairns

26h 32m

2 stops

SFO15:32San Francisco

10 May

SFO06:30San Francisco

35h 40m

2 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

$1,685

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Qantas Airways

26 July

CNS13:40Cairns

21h 05m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

6 Sept

SFO22:30San Francisco

22h 10m

1 stop

CNS13:40Cairns

$1,399

Qantas Airways

21 Apr

CNS13:40Cairns

21h 05m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

5 May

SFO22:30San Francisco

21h 25m

1 stop

CNS12:55Cairns

$1,422

Qantas Airways

21 Apr

CNS12:35Cairns

22h 10m

2 stops

SFO17:45San Francisco

5 May

SFO22:30San Francisco

21h 25m

1 stop

CNS12:55Cairns

$1,457

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Mon 4/5

19:10-17:45

1 stop39h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

19:53-13:40

2 stops24h 47m

$1,368

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 6/5

10:15-19:20

2 stops26h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 13/5

13:40-12:55

2 stops30h 15m

$1,385

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 26/7

13:40-17:45

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 6/9

22:30-13:40

1 stop22h 10m

$1,399

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 4/5

06:45-19:15

2 stops29h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

13:40-12:55

2 stops30h 15m

$1,411

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 4/5

15:45-23:51

2 stops25h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

19:53-12:55

2 stops24h 02m

$1,412

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 21/4

13:40-17:45

1 stop21h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

22:30-12:55

1 stop21h 25m

$1,422

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 26/7

06:00-13:40

2 stops24h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 6/9

23:25-21:00

2 stops28h 35m

$1,441

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 7/5

15:35-23:51

2 stops25h 16m

San Francisco

Thu 14/5

13:40-12:55

2 stops30h 15m

$1,452

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-17:45

2 stops22h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

22:30-12:55

1 stop21h 25m

$1,457

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 20/4

17:40-17:45

2 stops41h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

22:30-12:55

1 stop21h 25m

$1,458

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The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 24h 40m

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How far is Cairns to San Francisco by plane?
Cairns and San Francisco are 11298.2 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 24h 40m.
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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