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Cheap flights from Cairns to San Francisco from $1,951

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cairns to San Francisco departing on 29/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cheap Cairns to San Francisco (CNS to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$1,951

Fastest flight time

17h 55m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best flight deal from Cairns to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,951
The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 17h 55m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to San Francisco. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cairns Airport - San Francisco Airport.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

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

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

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to San Francisco from Cairns is February. The most expensive is January.

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

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Wednesday. The most expensive is usually Thursday.

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

In the evening. Cairns to San Francisco flights are approximately 18% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

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

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

What is the cheapest Cairns to San Francisco flight route?

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

When you’re planning your trip from Cairns to San Francisco, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport. The least expensive flight option from Cairns to San Francisco will typically be CNS — SFO during the month of March with an average price of $1,951 RT.

Cairns Airport (CNS) to San Francisco Airport (SFO)$1,951
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Easily compare return flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Cairns to San Francisco by changing tabs
Hawaiian Airlines
29 Aug
CNS16:35Cairns
22h 30m
2 stops
SFO22:05San Francisco
19 Sept
SFO09:30San Francisco
37h 25m
2 stops
CNS15:55Cairns
Air New Zealand
29 Aug
CNS11:55Cairns
17h 55m
1 stop
SFO12:50San Francisco
19 Sept
SFO22:00San Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
CNS10:45Cairns
Virgin Australia
29 Aug
CNS16:40Cairns
34h 04m
3 stops
SFO09:44San Francisco
19 Sept
SFO19:10San Francisco
27h 45m
2 stops
CNS15:55Cairns
Cathay Pacific
9 May
CNS13:30Cairns
49h 50m
2 stops
SFO22:20San Francisco
11 May
SFO00:15San Francisco
43h 35m
2 stops
CNS12:50Cairns
Air New Zealand
29 Aug
CNS06:00Cairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO12:50San Francisco
19 Sept
SFO22:00San Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
CNS10:45Cairns
Air New Zealand
29 Aug
CNS11:55Cairns
17h 55m
1 stop
SFO12:50San Francisco
18 Sept
SFO00:45San Francisco
41h 00m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns

Best airlines flying from Cairns to San Francisco

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Free cancellation
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,921Free cancellationRating
8.2
685 reviews
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Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Cairns to San Francisco flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
9 May
CNS13:30Cairns
49h 50m
2 stops
SFO22:20San Francisco
11 May
SFO00:15San Francisco
43h 35m
2 stops
CNS12:50Cairns
Cathay Pacific
9 May
CNS13:30Cairns
49h 50m
2 stops
SFO22:20San Francisco
11 May
SFO00:15San Francisco
43h 35m
2 stops
CNS12:50Cairns

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to San Francisco flight tickets
Virgin Australia
29 Aug
CNS16:40Cairns
34h 04m
3 stops
SFO09:44San Francisco
19 Sept
SFO19:10San Francisco
27h 45m
2 stops
CNS15:55Cairns
Virgin Australia
9 May
CNS13:00Cairns
36h 05m
1 stop
SFO08:05San Francisco
12 May
SFO22:50San Francisco
24h 05m
1 stop
CNS15:55Cairns
Virgin Australia
9 May
CNS13:00Cairns
36h 05m
1 stop
SFO08:05San Francisco
12 May
SFO22:50San Francisco
24h 05m
1 stop
CNS15:55Cairns

  • 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 17h 55m.

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

  • 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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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Cairns to San Francisco flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cairns to San Francisco?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to San Francisco from Cairns.

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