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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $1,810

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 1/8. 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
22:35 - 11:40
SFO
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CNS
20h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 20:40
CNS
-
SFO
25h 00m
2 stops
$1,810Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
20:55 - 10:45
SFO
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CNS
44h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:50 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
47h 05m
2 stops
$2,195Air New Zealand
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
13:55 - 10:45
SFO
-
CNS
27h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 07:22
CNS
-
SFO
42h 22m
3 stops
$2,493Air New Zealand
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:30 - 13:40
SFO
-
CNS
36h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 07:31
CNS
-
SFO
32h 56m
2 stops
$2,537Multiple Airlines
Thu, 16 Jul - Thu, 23 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 04:30
SFO
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CNS
42h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 20:45
CNS
-
SFO
31h 00m
2 stops
$2,621Multiple Airlines
Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
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
$2,925Multiple Airlines
Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
Fiji Airways Logo
22:35 - 11:40
SFO
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CNS
20h 05m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
12:40 - 13:55
CNS
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SFO
18h 15m
1 stop
$2,976Fiji Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 15:00
SFO
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CNS
26h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 10:20
CNS
-
SFO
21h 20m
2 stops
$3,056Multiple Airlines
Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
Air New Zealand Logo
16:00 - 16:55
SFO
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CNS
31h 55m
3 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 17:42
CNS
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SFO
28h 42m
3 stops
$3,065Air New Zealand
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 04:30
SFO
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CNS
22h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 08:39
CNS
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SFO
54h 24m
2 stops
$3,257Multiple Airlines
Thu, 16 Jul - Thu, 23 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
1 Aug
SFO20:55San Francisco
44h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
8 Aug
CNS06:50Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$2,195
Air New Zealand
1 Aug
SFO13:55San Francisco
27h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
8 Aug
CNS06:00Cairns
42h 22m
3 stops
SFO07:22San Francisco
$2,493
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
$2,817

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
1 July
SFO11:45San Francisco
36h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$11,420
Singapore Airlines
1 July
SFO11:45San Francisco
36h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$11,422

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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 17 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

22:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

12:40-20:40

2 stops25h 00m

$1,810

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

20:55-10:45

2 stops44h 50m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

06:50-12:55

2 stops47h 05m

$2,195

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

13:55-10:45

2 stops27h 50m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

06:00-07:22

3 stops42h 22m

$2,493

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 16/7

08:30-13:40

2 stops36h 10m

Cairns

Thu 23/7

15:35-07:31

2 stops32h 56m

$2,537

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

17:15-04:30

1 stop42h 15m

Cairns

Wed 15/7

06:45-20:45

2 stops31h 00m

$2,621

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

17:15-04:30

1 stop42h 15m

Cairns

Wed 15/7

11:40-15:15

1 stop20h 35m

$2,925
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

22:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

12:40-13:55

1 stop18h 15m

$2,976

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

19:30-15:00

2 stops26h 30m

Cairns

Wed 15/7

06:00-10:20

2 stops21h 20m

$3,056

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

16:00-16:55

3 stops31h 55m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

06:00-17:42

3 stops28h 42m

$3,065

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 16/7

12:40-04:30

1 stop22h 50m

Cairns

Thu 23/7

19:15-08:39

2 stops54h 24m

$3,257

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Fastest flight time

20h 05m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 20h 05m
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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 20h 05m.

  • 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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