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

United Airlines, American Airlines, 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 - 06:50CNS-SFO

18h 50m1 stop

23:05 - 19:05SFO-CNS

26h 00m1 stop

$2,526United Airlines

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Thu, 25 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

18h 50m1 stop

22:59 - 14:55SFO-CNS

45h 56m2 stops

$2,556United Airlines

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Thu, 25 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan

06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

18h 50m1 stop

23:05 - 19:05SFO-CNS

26h 00m1 stop

$2,607Virgin Australia

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Thu, 25 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan

19:50 - 12:00CNS-SFO

34h 10m2 stops

23:59 - 16:45SFO-CNS

46h 46m2 stops

$2,628Virgin Australia

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Thu, 25 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan

15:35 - 15:55CNS-SFO

42h 20m2 stops

20:15 - 23:05SFO-CNS

32h 50m2 stops

$2,726Qantas Airways

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Thu, 25 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan

06:45 - 15:55CNS-SFO

27h 10m2 stops

20:15 - 23:05SFO-CNS

32h 50m2 stops

$2,728Qantas Airways

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Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 4 Jan

06:00 - 11:05CNS-SFO

47h 05m2 stops

21:35 - 11:35SFO-CNS

20h 00m1 stop

$2,771Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 24 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan

11:25 - 21:00CNS-SFO

27h 35m1 stop

21:45 - 09:55SFO-CNS

42h 10m1 stop

$2,778Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 25 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec

14:50 - 11:05CNS-SFO

38h 15m2 stops

21:35 - 11:35SFO-CNS

20h 00m1 stop

$2,895Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 26 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan

11:25 - 21:00CNS-SFO

27h 35m1 stop

11:25 - 16:50SFO-CNS

35h 25m2 stops

$3,056Cathay Pacific

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United Airlines flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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United Airlines

25 Dec

CNS06:00Cairns

18h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

6 Jan

SFO23:05San Francisco

26h 00m

1 stop

CNS19:05Cairns

$2,526

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25 Dec

CNS06:00Cairns

18h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

6 Jan

SFO22:59San Francisco

45h 56m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$2,556

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United Airlines

25 Dec

CNS06:00Cairns

18h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

4 Jan

SFO20:15San Francisco

28h 50m

2 stops

CNS19:05Cairns

$2,566

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Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Qantas Airways

25 Dec

CNS15:35Cairns

42h 20m

2 stops

SFO15:55San Francisco

2 Jan

SFO20:15San Francisco

32h 50m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

$2,726

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Qantas Airways

26 Dec

CNS06:45Cairns

27h 10m

2 stops

SFO15:55San Francisco

4 Jan

SFO20:15San Francisco

32h 50m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

$2,728

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Qantas Airways

14 Nov

CNS11:35Cairns

22h 20m

2 stops

SFO15:55San Francisco

18 Nov

SFO20:15San Francisco

21h 35m

1 stop

CNS11:50Cairns

$2,763

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

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Thu 25/12

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

23:05-19:05

1 stop26h 00m

$2,526

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/12

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 6/1

22:59-14:55

2 stops45h 56m

$2,556

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/12

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

23:05-19:05

1 stop26h 00m

$2,607

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/12

19:50-12:00

2 stops34h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

23:59-16:45

2 stops46h 46m

$2,628

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/12

15:35-15:55

2 stops42h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 2/1

20:15-23:05

2 stops32h 50m

$2,726

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 26/12

06:45-15:55

2 stops27h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

20:15-23:05

2 stops32h 50m

$2,728

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 24/12

06:00-11:05

2 stops47h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

21:35-11:35

1 stop20h 00m

$2,771

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/12

11:25-21:00

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

21:45-09:55

1 stop42h 10m

$2,778

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 26/12

14:50-11:05

2 stops38h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

21:35-11:35

1 stop20h 00m

$2,895

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/12

11:25-21:00

1 stop27h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

11:25-16:50

2 stops35h 25m

$3,056

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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 $1,567. 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 $1,952.

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 $1,597. 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 $1,820 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

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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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