Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cairns to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 20m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cairns to San Francisco?

Sydney (SYD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 58m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cairns and San Francisco?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cairns to San Francisco?

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the lowest average return price of $1,375.

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.

$1,066 Cheap Flights from Cairns to San Francisco in 2026

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11:45 - 14:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

19h 50m1 stop Tokyo Narita

21:50 - 09:05SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

41h 15m2 stops Nadi Coolangatta Gold Coast

$1,790Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

11:45 - 14:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

19h 50m1 stop Tokyo Narita

20:22 - 11:20SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

44h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Brisbane

$1,806Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

06:00 - 20:32CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

32h 32m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

11:25 - 14:00SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

32h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,831Air Canada

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

06:00 - 20:32CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

32h 32m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

11:25 - 14:00SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

32h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,835Air Canada

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

06:00 - 20:32CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

32h 32m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

11:25 - 14:00SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

32h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$1,836Air Canada

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

06:00 - 15:21CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

26h 21m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

19:30 - 15:00SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

26h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,028Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

18:05 - 15:27CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

38h 22m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

14:45 - 14:00SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

29h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,048Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

11:45 - 14:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

19h 50m1 stop Tokyo Narita

21:10 - 08:30SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

41h 20m3 stops Ho Chi Minh City Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne

$2,085Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

18:20 - 07:50CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

31h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

09:40 - 17:15SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

37h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

$2,117Singapore Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

18:20 - 07:50CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

31h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

09:40 - 17:15SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

37h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

$2,119Singapore Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

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Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Singapore Airlines

26 Jan

CNS18:20Cairns

31h 30m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

30 Jan

SFO09:40San Francisco

37h 35m

1 stop

CNS17:15Cairns

$2,117

Singapore Airlines

26 Jan

CNS18:20Cairns

31h 30m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

30 Jan

SFO09:40San Francisco

37h 35m

1 stop

CNS17:15Cairns

$2,119

Singapore Airlines

26 Jan

CNS18:20Cairns

31h 30m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

30 Jan

SFO09:40San Francisco

37h 35m

1 stop

CNS17:15Cairns

$2,124

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to San Francisco flight tickets

Virgin Australia

28 Oct

CNS11:40Cairns

42h 13m

3 stops

SFO12:53San Francisco

21 Nov

SFO19:51San Francisco

26h 49m

3 stops

CNS16:40Cairns

$3,013

Virgin Australia

28 Oct

CNS11:40Cairns

42h 13m

3 stops

SFO12:53San Francisco

21 Nov

SFO18:55San Francisco

27h 45m

3 stops

CNS16:40Cairns

$3,014

Virgin Australia

26 Jan

CNS19:50Cairns

30h 20m

1 stop

SFO08:10San Francisco

30 Jan

SFO19:45San Francisco

25h 10m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$3,095

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 28/10

11:45-14:35

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 21/11

21:50-09:05

2 stops41h 15m

$1,790

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 28/10

11:45-14:35

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 21/11

20:22-11:20

2 stops44h 58m

$1,806

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 26/1

06:00-20:32

2 stops32h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 30/1

11:25-14:00

2 stops32h 35m

$1,831

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 26/1

06:00-20:32

2 stops32h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 30/1

11:25-14:00

2 stops32h 35m

$1,835

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 26/1

06:00-20:32

2 stops32h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 30/1

11:25-14:00

2 stops32h 35m

$1,836

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 7/10

06:00-15:21

2 stops26h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 14/10

19:30-15:00

2 stops26h 30m

$2,028

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 28/10

18:05-15:27

2 stops38h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 21/11

14:45-14:00

2 stops29h 15m

$2,048

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 28/10

11:45-14:35

1 stop19h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 21/11

21:10-08:30

3 stops41h 20m

$2,085

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 26/1

18:20-07:50

1 stop31h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 30/1

09:40-17:15

1 stop37h 35m

$2,117

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 26/1

18:20-07:50

1 stop31h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 30/1

09:40-17:15

1 stop37h 35m

$2,119

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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Cairns to San Francisco

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Best price found	$1,066
Fastest flight time	19h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $1,066. The best return flight deal from Cairns to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,790.

The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 19h 50m

There are no direct flights from Cairns to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to San Francisco.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to San Francisco

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 19h 50m.
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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