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

Cathay Pacific, Air New Zealand, and Singapore Airlines 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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12:35 - 15:55CNS-SFO

21h 20m1 stop

16:11 - 11:50SFO-CNS

25h 39m2 stops

$3,338Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

11:05 - 15:55CNS-SFO

22h 50m2 stops

16:11 - 11:50SFO-CNS

25h 39m2 stops

$3,352Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

12:35 - 15:55CNS-SFO

21h 20m1 stop

17:53 - 14:05SFO-CNS

26h 12m3 stops

$3,727Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

09:00 - 15:55CNS-SFO

24h 55m1 stop

14:03 - 11:20SFO-CNS

27h 17m2 stops

$3,736Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

11:45 - 15:55CNS-SFO

22h 10m2 stops

17:53 - 14:05SFO-CNS

26h 12m3 stops

$3,756Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

11:45 - 15:55CNS-SFO

22h 10m2 stops

17:53 - 14:05SFO-CNS

26h 12m3 stops

$3,765Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

14:50 - 19:40CNS-SFO

46h 50m3 stops

23:35 - 11:50SFO-CNS

42h 15m3 stops

$3,839China Southern

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

15:35 - 19:40CNS-SFO

46h 05m3 stops

23:35 - 11:50SFO-CNS

42h 15m3 stops

$3,853China Southern

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

18:35 - 07:50CNS-SFO

31h 15m1 stop

09:40 - 17:20SFO-CNS

37h 40m1 stop

$5,306Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

18:35 - 07:50CNS-SFO

31h 15m1 stop

09:40 - 17:20SFO-CNS

37h 40m1 stop

$5,319Singapore Airlines

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China Southern flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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China Southern

21 Dec

CNS14:50Cairns

46h 50m

3 stops

SFO19:40San Francisco

5 Jan

SFO23:35San Francisco

42h 15m

3 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

$3,839

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China Southern

21 Dec

CNS15:35Cairns

46h 05m

3 stops

SFO19:40San Francisco

5 Jan

SFO23:35San Francisco

42h 15m

3 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

$3,853

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Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Singapore Airlines

21 Dec

CNS18:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

5 Jan

SFO09:40San Francisco

37h 40m

1 stop

CNS17:20Cairns

$5,306

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Singapore Airlines

21 Dec

CNS18:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO07:50San Francisco

5 Jan

SFO09:40San Francisco

37h 40m

1 stop

CNS17:20Cairns

$5,319

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CNS - SFO

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Cairns

Sun 21/12

12:35-15:55

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

16:11-11:50

2 stops25h 39m

$3,338

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CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

11:05-15:55

2 stops22h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

16:11-11:50

2 stops25h 39m

$3,352

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

12:35-15:55

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

17:53-14:05

3 stops26h 12m

$3,727

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

09:00-15:55

1 stop24h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

14:03-11:20

2 stops27h 17m

$3,736

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

11:45-15:55

2 stops22h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

17:53-14:05

3 stops26h 12m

$3,756

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

11:45-15:55

2 stops22h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

17:53-14:05

3 stops26h 12m

$3,765

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

14:50-19:40

3 stops46h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

23:35-11:50

3 stops42h 15m

$3,839

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

15:35-19:40

3 stops46h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

23:35-11:50

3 stops42h 15m

$3,853

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

09:40-17:20

1 stop37h 40m

$5,306

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

09:40-17:20

1 stop37h 40m

$5,319

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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 $1,578. 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 $1,833 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 21h 20m.
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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