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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $950

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Cairns departing on 23/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 04:30
SFO
-
CNS
42h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 20:40
CNS
-
SFO
21h 55m
2 stops
$1,797Multiple Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
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23:25 - 17:10
SFO
-
CNS
24h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 13:40
CNS
-
SFO
23h 55m
2 stops
$1,906Multiple Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 04:30
SFO
-
CNS
42h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 15:15
CNS
-
SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$2,260Multiple Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
12:29 - 19:30
SFO
-
CNS
38h 01m
3 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:50 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
23h 05m
2 stops
$2,448Air New Zealand
Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
16:25 - 16:55
SFO
-
CNS
31h 30m
3 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:50 - 20:17
CNS
-
SFO
30h 27m
3 stops
$2,558Air New Zealand
Wed, 26 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 08:40
SFO
-
CNS
42h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
17:40 - 11:05
CNS
-
SFO
59h 25m
2 stops
$3,292Air New Zealand
Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Air New Zealand Logo
19:50 - 08:40
SFO
-
CNS
42h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 18:47
CNS
-
SFO
30h 47m
3 stops
$3,494Air New Zealand
Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Air New Zealand Logo
13:55 - 08:40
SFO
-
CNS
48h 45m
3 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 20:28
CNS
-
SFO
32h 28m
3 stops
$3,791Air New Zealand
Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
15:56 - 11:05
SFO
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CNS
49h 09m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
18:05 - 15:55
CNS
-
SFO
39h 50m
1 stop
$3,809Qantas Airways
Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 04:35
SFO
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CNS
23h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 15:55
CNS
-
SFO
39h 50m
1 stop
$4,391Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan

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Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
2 Sept
SFO11:45San Francisco
36h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
16 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$10,950
Singapore Airlines
23 Aug
SFO22:25San Francisco
25h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
6 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$11,306
Singapore Airlines
3 Aug
SFO22:25San Francisco
25h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
17 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$13,026

Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
26 Aug
SFO12:29San Francisco
38h 01m
3 stops
CNS19:30Cairns
2 Sept
CNS06:50Cairns
23h 05m
2 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$2,448
Air New Zealand
26 Aug
SFO16:25San Francisco
31h 30m
3 stops
CNS16:55Cairns
2 Sept
CNS06:50Cairns
30h 27m
3 stops
SFO20:17San Francisco
$2,558
Air New Zealand
21 Dec
SFO19:50San Francisco
42h 50m
2 stops
CNS08:40Cairns
5 Jan
CNS17:40Cairns
59h 25m
2 stops
SFO11:05San Francisco
$3,292

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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 12 July 2026.
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San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 26/8

17:15-04:30

1 stop42h 15m

Cairns

Wed 2/9

15:45-20:40

2 stops21h 55m

$1,797
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 26/8

23:25-17:10

2 stops24h 45m

Cairns

Wed 2/9

06:45-13:40

2 stops23h 55m

$1,906

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 26/8

17:15-04:30

1 stop42h 15m

Cairns

Wed 2/9

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$2,260

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 26/8

12:29-19:30

3 stops38h 01m

Cairns

Wed 2/9

06:50-12:55

2 stops23h 05m

$2,448

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 26/8

16:25-16:55

3 stops31h 30m

Cairns

Wed 2/9

06:50-20:17

3 stops30h 27m

$2,558

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 21/12

19:50-08:40

2 stops42h 50m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

17:40-11:05

2 stops59h 25m

$3,292

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 21/12

19:50-08:40

2 stops42h 50m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

06:00-18:47

3 stops30h 47m

$3,494

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 21/12

13:55-08:40

3 stops48h 45m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

06:00-20:28

3 stops32h 28m

$3,791

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 21/12

15:56-11:05

2 stops49h 09m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

18:05-15:55

1 stop39h 50m

$3,809

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 21/12

11:00-04:35

1 stop23h 35m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

18:05-15:55

1 stop39h 50m

$4,391

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Fastest flight time

31h 50m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 31h 50m
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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 31h 50m.

  • 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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