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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $2,072

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Cairns departing on 8/10. 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
09:18 - 08:40
SFO
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CNS
30h 22m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 14:45
CNS
-
SFO
20h 05m
1 stop
$2,072Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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07:35 - 08:20
SFO
-
CNS
31h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 22:52
CNS
-
SFO
27h 12m
2 stops
$2,385Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:55 - 08:30
SFO
-
CNS
47h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 - 13:35
CNS
-
SFO
68h 35m
3 stops
$2,581Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:55 - 04:30
SFO
-
CNS
21h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 20:45
CNS
-
SFO
30h 55m
2 stops
$2,732Multiple Airlines
Tue, 14 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
14:28 - 10:45
SFO
-
CNS
27h 17m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
18:20 - 10:45
CNS
-
SFO
33h 25m
2 stops
$2,823Air New Zealand
Fri, 26 Jun - Thu, 2 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:35 - 19:30
SFO
-
CNS
42h 55m
4 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 - 13:55
CNS
-
SFO
43h 05m
3 stops
$2,902Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:25 - 09:20
SFO
-
CNS
40h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 15:15
CNS
-
SFO
20h 35m
1 stop
$2,908Multiple Airlines
Fri, 26 Jun - Thu, 2 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 10:45
SFO
-
CNS
19h 40m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
11:55 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
$3,026Air New Zealand
Tue, 14 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:15 - 04:30
SFO
-
CNS
23h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 14:45
CNS
-
SFO
20h 05m
1 stop
$3,058Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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16:30 - 11:40
SFO
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CNS
26h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:10 - 10:20
CNS
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SFO
32h 10m
2 stops
$3,135Multiple Airlines
Tue, 14 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

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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 June
SFO14:28San Francisco
27h 17m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
2 July
CNS18:20Cairns
33h 25m
2 stops
SFO10:45San Francisco
$2,823
Air New Zealand
14 July
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
CNS10:45Cairns
27 July
CNS11:55Cairns
18h 00m
1 stop
SFO12:55San Francisco
$3,026
Air New Zealand
14 July
SFO22:05San Francisco
28h 25m
2 stops
CNS19:30Cairns
27 July
CNS06:00Cairns
28h 42m
3 stops
SFO17:42San Francisco
$3,238

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
23 July
SFO22:25San Francisco
49h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$10,746
Singapore Airlines
1 July
SFO11:45San Francisco
36h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$11,444
Singapore Airlines
1 July
SFO11:45San Francisco
36h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$11,445

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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 15 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 8/10

09:18-08:40

2 stops30h 22m

Cairns

Tue 13/10

11:40-14:45

1 stop20h 05m

$2,072

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 8/10

07:35-08:20

2 stops31h 45m

Cairns

Tue 13/10

12:40-22:52

2 stops27h 12m

$2,385

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 8/10

15:55-08:30

2 stops47h 35m

Cairns

Tue 13/10

10:00-13:35

3 stops68h 35m

$2,581

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 14/7

13:55-04:30

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

Mon 27/7

06:50-20:45

2 stops30h 55m

$2,732

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Fri 26/6

14:28-10:45

2 stops27h 17m

Cairns

Thu 2/7

18:20-10:45

2 stops33h 25m

$2,823

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 8/10

07:35-19:30

4 stops42h 55m

Cairns

Tue 13/10

11:50-13:55

3 stops43h 05m

$2,902

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Fri 26/6

23:25-09:20

2 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Thu 2/7

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$2,908
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 14/7

22:05-10:45

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Mon 27/7

11:55-12:55

1 stop18h 00m

$3,026

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 8/10

12:15-04:30

1 stop23h 15m

Cairns

Tue 13/10

11:40-14:45

1 stop20h 05m

$3,058

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 14/7

16:30-11:40

2 stops26h 10m

Cairns

Mon 27/7

19:10-10:20

2 stops32h 10m

$3,135

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Fastest flight time

21h 35m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 21h 35m
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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 21h 35m.

  • 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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