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 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 offers the lowest fares from Cairns to San Francisco?

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the lowest average return price of $1,394.

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.

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.

$1,892 Cheap Flights from Cairns to San Francisco in 2026

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19:10 - 07:42CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

53h 32m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu

08:20 - 09:15SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

31h 55m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,892Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

06:00 - 10:20CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

21h 20m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

09:00 - 14:00SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

36h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,032Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

16:55 - 06:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

30h 40m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

00:40 - 08:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

38h 55m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

$2,047Multiple Airlines

Sat, 3 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

16:55 - 06:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

30h 40m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

00:40 - 08:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

38h 55m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Brisbane

$2,067Multiple Airlines

Sat, 3 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

19:15 - 10:20CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

32h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

19:35 - 11:10SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

22h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,125Air Canada

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

19:00 - 10:40CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

32h 40m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Incheon Intl

12:00 - 04:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

23h 35m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$2,132Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 26 Oct

11:40 - 15:15CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

20h 35m1 stop Tokyo Narita

23:10 - 09:05SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

40h 55m2 stops Nadi Coolangatta Gold Coast

$2,136Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

11:40 - 15:15CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

20h 35m1 stop Tokyo Narita

23:10 - 09:05SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

40h 55m2 stops Nadi Coolangatta Gold Coast

$2,139Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

11:40 - 15:15CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

20h 35m1 stop Tokyo Narita

23:10 - 09:05SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

40h 55m2 stops Nadi Coolangatta Gold Coast

$2,173Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep

11:40 - 15:15CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

20h 35m1 stop Tokyo Narita

23:10 - 09:05SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

40h 55m2 stops Nadi Coolangatta Gold Coast

$2,173Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep

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Air Canada flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Air Canada

28 Sept

CNS19:15Cairns

32h 05m

2 stops

SFO10:20San Francisco

5 Oct

SFO19:35San Francisco

22h 35m

2 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

$2,125

Air Canada

28 Sept

CNS19:15Cairns

37h 06m

2 stops

SFO15:21San Francisco

26 Oct

SFO11:25San Francisco

34h 30m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$2,273

Air Canada

28 Aug

CNS19:15Cairns

37h 07m

2 stops

SFO15:22San Francisco

13 Sept

SFO12:15San Francisco

29h 55m

2 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

$2,932

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Qantas Airways

3 Oct

CNS15:45Cairns

22h 31m

2 stops

SFO21:16San Francisco

28 Oct

SFO21:45San Francisco

22h 50m

1 stop

CNS13:35Cairns

$2,283

Qantas Airways

28 Aug

CNS13:40Cairns

21h 05m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

13 Sept

SFO22:30San Francisco

22h 10m

1 stop

CNS13:40Cairns

$3,096

Qantas Airways

30 Aug

CNS06:50Cairns

27h 55m

1 stop

SFO17:45San Francisco

16 Sept

SFO11:50San Francisco

34h 10m

2 stops

CNS15:00Cairns

$3,099

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CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 9/9

19:10-07:42

2 stops53h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

08:20-09:15

2 stops31h 55m

$1,892

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 1/10

06:00-10:20

2 stops21h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 26/10

09:00-14:00

2 stops36h 00m

$2,032

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 3/10

16:55-06:35

2 stops30h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 27/10

00:40-08:35

2 stops38h 55m

$2,047

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 3/10

16:55-06:35

2 stops30h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 27/10

00:40-08:35

2 stops38h 55m

$2,067

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

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Cairns

Mon 28/9

19:15-10:20

2 stops32h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 5/10

19:35-11:10

2 stops22h 35m

$2,125

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 28/9

19:00-10:40

2 stops32h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 26/10

12:00-04:35

1 stop23h 35m

$2,132

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 2/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

23:10-09:05

2 stops40h 55m

$2,136

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 4/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

23:10-09:05

2 stops40h 55m

$2,139

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 4/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 12/9

23:10-09:05

2 stops40h 55m

$2,173

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 2/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 12/9

23:10-09:05

2 stops40h 55m

$2,173

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Singapore Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Cairns to San Francisco

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Fastest flight time	31h 30m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 31h 30m

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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 31h 30m.
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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