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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $955

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Multiple Airlines Logo
20:23 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
43h 07m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,808Multiple Airlines
Tue, 4 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep
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20:23 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
43h 07m
2 stops
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11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,842Multiple Airlines
Tue, 4 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep
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20:23 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
43h 07m
2 stops
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11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,843Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Sun, 6 Sep
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16:30 - 23:20
SFO
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CNS
37h 50m
2 stops
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11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,867Multiple Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Tue, 8 Sep
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17:35 - 14:00
SFO
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CNS
26h 25m
2 stops
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06:00 - 16:06
CNS
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SFO
28h 06m
2 stops
$1,877Air Canada
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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20:23 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
43h 07m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,880Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Fri, 4 Sep
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06:00 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
33h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,884Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep
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16:30 - 08:40
SFO
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CNS
23h 10m
2 stops
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11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,901Multiple Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Mon, 7 Sep
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10:15 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
29h 15m
2 stops
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11:40 - 15:15
CNS
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,918Multiple Airlines
Fri, 31 Jul - Sun, 6 Sep
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06:00 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
33h 30m
2 stops
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11:40 - 15:15
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SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$1,920Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Air Canada deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Air Canada
3 Nov
SFO17:35San Francisco
26h 25m
2 stops
CNS14:00Cairns
18 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
28h 06m
2 stops
SFO16:06San Francisco
$1,877
Air Canada
5 Nov
SFO14:45San Francisco
29h 15m
2 stops
CNS14:00Cairns
18 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
25h 51m
2 stops
SFO13:51San Francisco
$1,930
Air Canada
1 Nov
SFO14:45San Francisco
30h 10m
2 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
17 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
33h 31m
2 stops
SFO21:31San Francisco
$2,085

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
United Airlines
29 July
SFO23:20San Francisco
28h 00m
1 stop
CNS20:20Cairns
9 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
17h 35m
1 stop
SFO06:35San Francisco
$2,275
United Airlines
2 Aug
SFO23:25San Francisco
18h 45m
1 stop
CNS11:10Cairns
8 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
17h 35m
1 stop
SFO06:35San Francisco
$2,278

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2026.
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San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

20:23-08:30

2 stops43h 07m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,808

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

20:23-08:30

2 stops43h 07m

Cairns

Fri 4/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,842

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 30/7

20:23-08:30

2 stops43h 07m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,843

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

16:30-23:20

2 stops37h 50m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,867

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

17:35-14:00

2 stops26h 25m

Cairns

Wed 18/11

06:00-16:06

2 stops28h 06m

$1,877

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 30/7

20:23-08:30

2 stops43h 07m

Cairns

Fri 4/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,880

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

06:00-08:30

2 stops33h 30m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,884
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

16:30-08:40

2 stops23h 10m

Cairns

Mon 7/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,901

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Fri 31/7

10:15-08:30

2 stops29h 15m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,918

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

06:00-08:30

2 stops33h 30m

Cairns

Fri 4/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$1,920

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Fastest flight time

25h 10m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 25h 10m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Cairns

  • How far is San Francisco to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 11298.2 km away from San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns 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 Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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