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 has the shortest connection time from Cairns to San Francisco?

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

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

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the lowest average return price of $1,406.

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.

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

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12:40 - 13:40CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

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

19h 30m1 stop Nadi

$1,176Fiji Airways

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

12:40 - 13:40CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

18h 00m1 stop Nadi

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

19h 30m1 stop Nadi

$1,183Fiji Airways

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

19:10 - 13:40CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

35h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi

23:25 - 20:15SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

27h 50m2 stops Nadi Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,319Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

15:45 - 21:39CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

22h 54m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

16:07 - 10:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

25h 28m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane

$1,348Qantas Airways

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

14:40 - 16:45CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

19h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

16:07 - 10:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

25h 28m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane

$1,350Qantas Airways

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

13:55 - 22:55CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

26h 00m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

13:45 - 10:35SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

27h 50m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles Brisbane

$1,354Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

14:40 - 16:45CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

19h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

21:30 - 11:55SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

21h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,358Qantas Airways

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

13:55 - 21:16CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

24h 21m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

16:12 - 12:55SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

27h 43m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,385American Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

15:45 - 22:55CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

24h 10m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

16:04 - 10:50SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

25h 46m2 stops Los Angeles Melbourne

$1,415Qantas Airways

Mon, 28 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

19:10 - 17:45CNS Cairns-SFO San Francisco

39h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

13:28 - 16:40SFO San Francisco-CNS Cairns

34h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Melbourne

$1,474Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

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Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Qantas Airways

6 Oct

CNS15:45Cairns

22h 54m

2 stops

SFO21:39San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO16:07San Francisco

25h 28m

2 stops

CNS10:35Cairns

$1,348

Qantas Airways

6 Oct

CNS14:40Cairns

19h 05m

1 stop

SFO16:45San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO16:07San Francisco

25h 28m

2 stops

CNS10:35Cairns

$1,350

Qantas Airways

6 Oct

CNS14:40Cairns

19h 05m

1 stop

SFO16:45San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO21:30San Francisco

21h 25m

1 stop

CNS11:55Cairns

$1,358

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Virgin Australia

16 Sept

CNS16:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

23 Sept

SFO16:25San Francisco

27h 35m

2 stops

CNS13:00Cairns

$1,747

Virgin Australia

16 Sept

CNS16:35Cairns

31h 15m

1 stop

SFO06:50San Francisco

23 Sept

SFO23:20San Francisco

41h 30m

1 stop

CNS09:50Cairns

$1,755

Virgin Australia

16 Sept

CNS13:40Cairns

45h 02m

3 stops

SFO17:42San Francisco

23 Sept

SFO12:29San Francisco

31h 31m

2 stops

CNS13:00Cairns

$1,777

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CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 12/9

12:40-13:40

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

23:10-11:40

1 stop19h 30m

$1,176

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

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Cairns

Sat 12/9

12:40-13:40

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

23:10-11:40

1 stop19h 30m

$1,183

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 10/9

19:10-13:40

2 stops35h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

23:25-20:15

2 stops27h 50m

$1,319

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

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Cairns

Tue 6/10

15:45-21:39

2 stops22h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

16:07-10:35

2 stops25h 28m

$1,348

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

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Cairns

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14:40-16:45

1 stop19h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

16:07-10:35

2 stops25h 28m

$1,350

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 10/9

13:55-22:55

2 stops26h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 16/9

13:45-10:35

3 stops27h 50m

$1,354

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 6/10

14:40-16:45

1 stop19h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

21:30-11:55

1 stop21h 25m

$1,358

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 16/9

13:55-21:16

2 stops24h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 23/9

16:12-12:55

2 stops27h 43m

$1,385

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 28/9

15:45-22:55

2 stops24h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 17/10

16:04-10:50

2 stops25h 46m

$1,415

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 28/9

19:10-17:45

1 stop39h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 17/10

13:28-16:40

2 stops34h 12m

$1,474

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

Singapore Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to San Francisco

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Fastest flight time	22h 54m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 22h 54m

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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 22h 54m.
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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