Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cairns to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 20m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cairns to San Francisco?

Sydney (SYD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 58m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cairns and San Francisco?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cairns to San Francisco?

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the lowest average return price of $1,409.

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.

$740 Cheap Flights from Cairns to San Francisco in 2026/27

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12:35 - 13:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

23:10 - 11:40SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

19h 30m1 stop Nadi

$1,021Fiji Airways

Thu, 25 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr

12:35 - 13:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

18:50 - 11:40SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

23h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

$1,478Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr

12:35 - 13:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

23:10 - 11:40SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

19h 30m1 stop Nadi

$1,544Fiji Airways

Thu, 25 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr

12:35 - 20:08CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

25h 33m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

15:35 - 04:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

43h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$1,622Multiple Airlines

Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

12:35 - 20:13CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

25h 38m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

15:35 - 04:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

43h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$1,628Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

12:35 - 13:35CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

19:55 - 11:40SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

22h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Nadi

$1,658Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr

12:35 - 20:08CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

25h 33m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

15:35 - 04:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

43h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$1,694Multiple Airlines

Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec

12:35 - 20:08CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

25h 33m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

15:35 - 04:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

43h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$1,694Multiple Airlines

Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec

12:35 - 20:13CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

25h 38m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

15:35 - 04:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

43h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$1,701Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec

12:35 - 20:13CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

25h 38m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles

15:35 - 04:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

43h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$1,701Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec

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Fiji Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Fiji Airways

25 Mar

CNS12:35Cairns

18h 00m

1 stop

SFO13:35San Francisco

8 Apr

SFO23:10San Francisco

19h 30m

1 stop

CNS11:40Cairns

$1,021

Fiji Airways

25 Mar

CNS12:35Cairns

18h 00m

1 stop

SFO13:35San Francisco

8 Apr

SFO23:10San Francisco

19h 30m

1 stop

CNS11:40Cairns

$1,544

Fiji Airways

5 Dec

CNS12:35Cairns

18h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:35San Francisco

12 Dec

SFO18:34San Francisco

23h 01m

2 stops

CNS11:35Cairns

$1,925

Air Canada flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Air Canada

26 Jan

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 51m

2 stops

SFO13:51San Francisco

30 Jan

SFO06:30San Francisco

38h 25m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$2,332

Air Canada

26 Jan

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 51m

2 stops

SFO13:51San Francisco

30 Jan

SFO06:30San Francisco

38h 25m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$2,395

Air Canada

2 Dec

CNS15:45Cairns

42h 21m

2 stops

SFO16:06San Francisco

7 Dec

SFO16:55San Francisco

27h 05m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$2,405

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CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/3

12:35-13:35

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 8/4

23:10-11:40

1 stop19h 30m

$1,021

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/3

12:35-13:35

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 8/4

18:50-11:40

2 stops23h 50m

$1,478

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/3

12:35-13:35

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 8/4

23:10-11:40

1 stop19h 30m

$1,544

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 5/12

12:35-20:08

2 stops25h 33m

San Francisco

Sun 6/12

15:35-04:35

1 stop43h 00m

$1,622

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 3/12

12:35-20:13

2 stops25h 38m

San Francisco

Sun 6/12

15:35-04:35

1 stop43h 00m

$1,628

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 25/3

12:35-13:35

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 8/4

19:55-11:40

2 stops22h 45m

$1,658

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 5/12

12:35-20:08

2 stops25h 33m

San Francisco

Mon 7/12

15:35-04:35

1 stop43h 00m

$1,694

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 5/12

12:35-20:08

2 stops25h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

15:35-04:35

1 stop43h 00m

$1,694

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 3/12

12:35-20:13

2 stops25h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

15:35-04:35

1 stop43h 00m

$1,701

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 3/12

12:35-20:13

2 stops25h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 7/12

15:35-04:35

1 stop43h 00m

$1,701

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Fiji Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Cairns to San Francisco

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Best price found	$740
Fastest flight time	18h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $740. The best return flight deal from Cairns to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,021.

The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 18h 00m

There are no direct flights from Cairns to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to San Francisco.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to San Francisco

How far is Cairns to San Francisco by plane?
Cairns and San Francisco are 11298.2 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 18h 00m.
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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