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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $718

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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
-
SFO
18h 15m
1 stop
$1,013Fiji Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 11:40
SFO
-
CNS
20h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 13:55
CNS
-
SFO
24h 55m
2 stops
$1,413Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 11:40
SFO
-
CNS
25h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 13:55
CNS
-
SFO
18h 15m
1 stop
$1,547Multiple Airlines
Thu, 23 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:25 - 16:10
SFO
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CNS
23h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 13:55
CNS
-
SFO
18h 15m
1 stop
$1,624Multiple Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 11:40
SFO
-
CNS
20h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 13:40
CNS
-
SFO
24h 40m
2 stops
$1,645Multiple Airlines
Sat, 25 Jul - Sun, 9 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 16:55
SFO
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CNS
25h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
17:40 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
36h 15m
2 stops
$1,700Air New Zealand
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 16:55
SFO
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CNS
25h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
13:55 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
40h 00m
2 stops
$1,710Air New Zealand
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 16:55
SFO
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CNS
25h 50m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
17:40 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
36h 15m
2 stops
$1,711Air New Zealand
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Air Canada Logo
21:00 - 15:55
SFO
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CNS
49h 55m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
19:15 - 10:20
CNS
-
SFO
32h 05m
2 stops
$1,718Air Canada
Sat, 25 Jul - Sun, 9 Aug
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
$1,756Air New Zealand
Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 9 Aug

Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Cairns

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Air New Zealand
11 May
SFO22:05San Francisco
25h 50m
2 stops
CNS16:55Cairns
18 May
CNS17:40Cairns
36h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$1,700
Air New Zealand
11 May
SFO22:05San Francisco
25h 50m
2 stops
CNS16:55Cairns
18 May
CNS13:55Cairns
40h 00m
2 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$1,710
Air New Zealand
11 May
SFO22:05San Francisco
25h 50m
2 stops
CNS16:55Cairns
18 May
CNS17:40Cairns
36h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$1,711

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
11 May
SFO11:00San Francisco
37h 00m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
18 May
CNS18:15Cairns
31h 55m
1 stop
SFO09:10San Francisco
$1,875
Singapore Airlines
11 May
SFO11:00San Francisco
37h 00m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
18 May
CNS18:15Cairns
31h 55m
1 stop
SFO09:10San Francisco
$1,878

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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 16 February 2026.
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Depart

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Price

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

$1,013

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

22:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

06:00-13:55

2 stops24h 55m

$1,413

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 23/7

16:55-11:40

2 stops25h 45m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

12:40-13:55

1 stop18h 15m

$1,547

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Fri 24/7

23:25-16:10

2 stops23h 45m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

12:40-13:55

1 stop18h 15m

$1,624

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 25/7

22:35-11:40

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Sun 9/8

06:00-13:40

2 stops24h 40m

$1,645

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

22:05-16:55

2 stops25h 50m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

17:40-12:55

2 stops36h 15m

$1,700

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

22:05-16:55

2 stops25h 50m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

13:55-12:55

2 stops40h 00m

$1,710

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

22:05-16:55

2 stops25h 50m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

17:40-12:55

2 stops36h 15m

$1,711

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 25/7

21:00-15:55

2 stops49h 55m

Cairns

Sun 9/8

19:15-10:20

2 stops32h 05m

$1,718

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Fri 24/7

22:05-10:45

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Sun 9/8

11:55-12:55

1 stop18h 00m

$1,756

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Cairns

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How often are flights from San Francisco to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between San Francisco and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 183 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Cairns flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

20h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 20h 05m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Cairns.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 11297.5 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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