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

Qantas Airways, 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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06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

18h 50m1 stop

22:50 - 10:15SFO-CNS

41h 25m1 stop

$1,628Virgin Australia

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Sat, 29 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec

06:00 - 06:50CNS-SFO

18h 50m1 stop

22:59 - 23:55SFO-CNS

54h 56m2 stops

$1,634United Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec

06:00 - 07:32CNS-SFO

43h 32m2 stops

15:30 - 04:35SFO-CNS

43h 05m1 stop

$2,031Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec

23:55 - 06:50CNS-SFO

24h 55m2 stops

13:25 - 23:55SFO-CNS

40h 30m2 stops

$2,146Virgin Australia

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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec

17:35 - 18:47CNS-SFO

43h 12m3 stops

19:50 - 23:05SFO-CNS

33h 15m2 stops

$2,386Air New Zealand

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Sun, 30 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec

17:35 - 10:39CNS-SFO

35h 04m2 stops

11:15 - 14:00SFO-CNS

32h 45m2 stops

$2,591Air Canada

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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

17:35 - 12:20CNS-SFO

36h 45m2 stops

11:20 - 14:00SFO-CNS

32h 40m2 stops

$2,592Air Canada

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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

06:00 - 10:39CNS-SFO

22h 39m2 stops

13:20 - 14:05SFO-CNS

30h 45m3 stops

$2,757Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec

11:35 - 15:55CNS-SFO

22h 20m2 stops

20:15 - 11:50SFO-CNS

21h 35m1 stop

$2,762Qantas Airways

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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

06:00 - 11:05CNS-SFO

23h 05m2 stops

19:50 - 14:05SFO-CNS

24h 15m2 stops

$3,208Air New Zealand

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Sun, 21 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Virgin Australia

29 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

18h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

6 Dec

SFO22:50San Francisco

41h 25m

1 stop

CNS10:15Cairns

$1,628

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Virgin Australia

30 Nov

CNS23:55Cairns

24h 55m

2 stops

SFO06:50San Francisco

7 Dec

SFO13:25San Francisco

40h 30m

2 stops

CNS23:55Cairns

$2,146

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Virgin Australia

30 Nov

CNS17:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

7 Dec

SFO23:05San Francisco

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS23:55Cairns

$2,421

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United Airlines flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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United Airlines

29 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

18h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

6 Dec

SFO22:59San Francisco

54h 56m

2 stops

CNS23:55Cairns

$1,634

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United Airlines

14 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

18h 50m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

18 Nov

SFO23:05San Francisco

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS23:55Cairns

$13,557

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 29/11

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 6/12

22:50-10:15

1 stop41h 25m

$1,628

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 29/11

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 6/12

22:59-23:55

2 stops54h 56m

$1,634

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 30/11

06:00-07:32

2 stops43h 32m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

15:30-04:35

1 stop43h 05m

$2,031

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 30/11

23:55-06:50

2 stops24h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

13:25-23:55

2 stops40h 30m

$2,146

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 30/11

17:35-18:47

3 stops43h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

19:50-23:05

2 stops33h 15m

$2,386

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 14/11

17:35-10:39

2 stops35h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

11:15-14:00

2 stops32h 45m

$2,591

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 14/11

17:35-12:20

2 stops36h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

11:20-14:00

2 stops32h 40m

$2,592

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 29/11

06:00-10:39

2 stops22h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 6/12

13:20-14:05

3 stops30h 45m

$2,757

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 14/11

11:35-15:55

2 stops22h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

20:15-11:50

1 stop21h 35m

$2,762

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 21/12

06:00-11:05

2 stops23h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

19:50-14:05

2 stops24h 15m

$3,208

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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 $1,563. 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 $1,946.

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 $1,593. 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 $1,815 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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