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

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to San Francisco

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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06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

17h 50m1 stop

23:05 - 19:05SFO-CNS

26h 00m1 stop

$1,870United Airlines

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

17h 50m1 stop

21:24 - 19:05SFO-CNS

51h 41m2 stops

$1,878United Airlines

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

15:45 - 08:45CNS-SFO

35h 00m1 stop

23:05 - 23:55SFO-CNS

30h 50m1 stop

$1,886Virgin Australia

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Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

06:00 - 07:50CNS-SFO

42h 50m2 stops

22:59 - 19:05SFO-CNS

50h 06m2 stops

$1,918United Airlines

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

11:45 - 08:45CNS-SFO

39h 00m2 stops

23:05 - 23:55SFO-CNS

30h 50m1 stop

$1,947Virgin Australia

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Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

06:00 - 15:55CNS-SFO

51h 55m2 stops

20:15 - 17:30SFO-CNS

27h 15m1 stop

$2,083Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

06:00 - 15:55CNS-SFO

51h 55m2 stops

20:15 - 21:00SFO-CNS

30h 45m2 stops

$2,133Qantas Airways

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Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

17:35 - 15:35CNS-SFO

40h 00m2 stops

18:00 - 14:55SFO-CNS

26h 55m2 stops

$2,467Air Canada

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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

09:45 - 22:15CNS-SFO

29h 30m3 stops

22:05 - 17:15SFO-CNS

25h 10m2 stops

$2,687Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

12:35 - 15:55CNS-SFO

21h 20m1 stop

20:15 - 11:50SFO-CNS

21h 35m1 stop

$2,750Qantas Airways

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United Airlines flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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United Airlines

1 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

17h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

9 Nov

SFO23:05San Francisco

26h 00m

1 stop

CNS19:05Cairns

$1,870

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1 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

17h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

9 Nov

SFO21:24San Francisco

51h 41m

2 stops

CNS19:05Cairns

$1,878

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United Airlines

1 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

42h 50m

2 stops

SFO07:50San Francisco

9 Nov

SFO22:59San Francisco

50h 06m

2 stops

CNS19:05Cairns

$1,918

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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Virgin Australia

6 Dec

CNS15:45Cairns

35h 00m

1 stop

SFO08:45San Francisco

4 Jan

SFO23:05San Francisco

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS23:55Cairns

$1,886

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Virgin Australia

6 Dec

CNS11:45Cairns

39h 00m

2 stops

SFO08:45San Francisco

4 Jan

SFO23:05San Francisco

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS23:55Cairns

$1,947

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Virgin Australia

14 Nov

CNS23:55Cairns

24h 55m

2 stops

SFO06:50San Francisco

18 Nov

SFO23:05San Francisco

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS23:55Cairns

$2,778

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 1/11

06:00-06:50

1 stop17h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/11

23:05-19:05

1 stop26h 00m

$1,870

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 1/11

06:00-06:50

1 stop17h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/11

21:24-19:05

2 stops51h 41m

$1,878

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 6/12

15:45-08:45

1 stop35h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

23:05-23:55

1 stop30h 50m

$1,886

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 1/11

06:00-07:50

2 stops42h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/11

22:59-19:05

2 stops50h 06m

$1,918

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 6/12

11:45-08:45

2 stops39h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

23:05-23:55

1 stop30h 50m

$1,947

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 6/12

06:00-15:55

2 stops51h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

20:15-17:30

1 stop27h 15m

$2,083

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 6/12

06:00-15:55

2 stops51h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

20:15-21:00

2 stops30h 45m

$2,133

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 14/11

17:35-15:35

2 stops40h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

18:00-14:55

2 stops26h 55m

$2,467

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 1/11

09:45-22:15

3 stops29h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 9/11

22:05-17:15

2 stops25h 10m

$2,687

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 14/11

12:35-15:55

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

20:15-11:50

1 stop21h 35m

$2,750

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

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from Cairns. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,579. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to San Francisco for around $1,966.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Cairns to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $1,609. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,834 on average. Flights to San Francisco from Cairns in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

When to book flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cairns to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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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 17h 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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