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

Air Canada, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways 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 - 12:20CNS-SFO

24h 20m2 stops

18:00 - 14:00SFO-CNS

26h 00m2 stops

$1,544

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Sun, 15 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

18:35 - 07:50CNS-SFO

31h 15m1 stop

09:40 - 17:20SFO-CNS

37h 40m1 stop

$1,624Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 15 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

06:00 - 12:20CNS-SFO

24h 20m2 stops

13:20 - 14:00SFO-CNS

30h 40m2 stops

$1,667Air Canada

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Thu, 12 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

17:35 - 12:20CNS-SFO

36h 45m2 stops

11:15 - 14:55SFO-CNS

33h 40m2 stops

$1,692Air Canada

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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

18:35 - 07:50CNS-SFO

31h 15m1 stop

09:40 - 17:20SFO-CNS

37h 40m1 stop

$1,918Singapore Airlines

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Fri, 13 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

18:35 - 07:50CNS-SFO

31h 15m1 stop

12:50 - 17:20SFO-CNS

34h 30m2 stops

$1,923Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 15 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

18h 50m1 stop

23:05 - 19:05SFO-CNS

26h 00m1 stop

$2,239United Airlines

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Thu, 12 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

18h 50m1 stop

23:10 - 11:00SFO-CNS

18h 50m1 stop

$2,245United Airlines

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Mon, 16 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar

06:00 - 15:18CNS-SFO

27h 18m3 stops

19:50 - 23:05SFO-CNS

33h 15m2 stops

$2,425Air New Zealand

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Sun, 15 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

12:35 - 15:55CNS-SFO

21h 20m1 stop

21:15 - 11:50SFO-CNS

21h 35m1 stop

$2,427Qantas Airways

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Sun, 15 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar

Air Canada flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Air Canada

12 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

24h 20m

2 stops

SFO12:20San Francisco

7 Mar

SFO13:20San Francisco

30h 40m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$1,667

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Air Canada

14 Nov

CNS17:35Cairns

36h 45m

2 stops

SFO12:20San Francisco

18 Nov

SFO11:15San Francisco

33h 40m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$1,692

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Air Canada

12 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

24h 20m

2 stops

SFO12:20San Francisco

9 Mar

SFO13:20San Francisco

31h 40m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$2,051

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Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Singapore Airlines

15 Feb

CNS18:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

7 Mar

SFO09:40San Francisco

37h 40m

1 stop

CNS17:20Cairns

$1,624

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Singapore Airlines

13 Feb

CNS18:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

4 Mar

SFO09:40San Francisco

37h 40m

1 stop

CNS17:20Cairns

$1,918

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Singapore Airlines

15 Feb

CNS18:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

7 Mar

SFO12:50San Francisco

34h 30m

2 stops

CNS17:20Cairns

$1,923

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 15/2

06:00-12:20

2 stops24h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

18:00-14:00

2 stops26h 00m

$1,544

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 15/2

18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

09:40-17:20

1 stop37h 40m

$1,624

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 12/2

06:00-12:20

2 stops24h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

13:20-14:00

2 stops30h 40m

$1,667

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 14/11

17:35-12:20

2 stops36h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

11:15-14:55

2 stops33h 40m

$1,692

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 13/2

18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

09:40-17:20

1 stop37h 40m

$1,918

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 15/2

18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

12:50-17:20

2 stops34h 30m

$1,923

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 12/2

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

23:05-19:05

1 stop26h 00m

$2,239

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 16/2

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

23:10-11:00

1 stop18h 50m

$2,245

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 15/2

06:00-15:18

3 stops27h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

19:50-23:05

2 stops33h 15m

$2,425

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 15/2

12:35-15:55

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

21:15-11:50

1 stop21h 35m

$2,427

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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 $1,577. 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 $1,963.

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 $1,607. 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 $1,831 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 18h 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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