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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $817

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 2/8. 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
16:45 - 04:30
SFO
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CNS
42h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 23:04
CNS
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SFO
27h 24m
2 stops
$1,699Multiple Airlines
Sat, 2 May - Sat, 9 May
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23:59 - 11:40
SFO
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CNS
42h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 14:45
CNS
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SFO
20h 05m
1 stop
$1,804Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May
Qantas Airways Logo
13:40 - 11:50
SFO
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CNS
29h 10m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:45 - 23:51
CNS
-
SFO
25h 06m
2 stops
$1,808Qantas Airways
Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May
Qantas Airways Logo
13:40 - 11:50
SFO
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CNS
29h 10m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 23:51
CNS
-
SFO
29h 31m
2 stops
$1,809Qantas Airways
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Qantas Airways Logo
13:40 - 15:00
SFO
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CNS
32h 20m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:45 - 23:51
CNS
-
SFO
25h 06m
2 stops
$1,818Qantas Airways
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Qantas Airways Logo
19:53 - 12:55
SFO
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CNS
24h 02m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 23:51
CNS
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SFO
29h 31m
2 stops
$1,825Qantas Airways
Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May
Qantas Airways Logo
19:53 - 12:55
SFO
-
CNS
24h 02m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 23:51
CNS
-
SFO
29h 31m
2 stops
$1,827Qantas Airways
Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May
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17:57 - 11:50
SFO
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CNS
24h 53m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:10 - 17:45
CNS
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SFO
39h 35m
1 stop
$1,837Multiple Airlines
Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May
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16:45 - 10:35
SFO
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CNS
24h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:10 - 17:45
CNS
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SFO
39h 35m
1 stop
$1,847Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun
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18:01 - 08:30
SFO
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CNS
45h 29m
2 stops
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19:10 - 17:45
CNS
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SFO
39h 35m
1 stop
$1,854Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 May - Sat, 23 May

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Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
4 May
SFO13:40San Francisco
29h 10m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
11 May
CNS15:45Cairns
25h 06m
2 stops
SFO23:51San Francisco
$1,808
Qantas Airways
11 May
SFO13:40San Francisco
29h 10m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
18 May
CNS11:20Cairns
29h 31m
2 stops
SFO23:51San Francisco
$1,809
Qantas Airways
11 May
SFO13:40San Francisco
32h 20m
2 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
18 May
CNS15:45Cairns
25h 06m
2 stops
SFO23:51San Francisco
$1,818

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
4 May
SFO22:05San Francisco
31h 40m
3 stops
CNS22:45Cairns
11 May
CNS06:00Cairns
31h 23m
3 stops
SFO20:23San Francisco
$2,394
Air New Zealand
4 May
SFO22:05San Francisco
31h 40m
3 stops
CNS22:45Cairns
11 May
CNS06:00Cairns
31h 23m
3 stops
SFO20:23San Francisco
$2,587
Air New Zealand
2 May
SFO22:45San Francisco
31h 00m
3 stops
CNS22:45Cairns
9 May
CNS13:55Cairns
40h 00m
3 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$4,007

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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 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cairns that are best for you.

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San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

16:45-04:30

1 stop42h 45m

Cairns

Sat 9/5

12:40-23:04

2 stops27h 24m

$1,699

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

23:59-11:40

2 stops42h 41m

Cairns

Wed 13/5

11:40-14:45

1 stop20h 05m

$1,804

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 4/5

13:40-11:50

2 stops29h 10m

Cairns

Mon 11/5

15:45-23:51

2 stops25h 06m

$1,808

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

13:40-11:50

2 stops29h 10m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

11:20-23:51

2 stops29h 31m

$1,809

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

13:40-15:00

2 stops32h 20m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

15:45-23:51

2 stops25h 06m

$1,818
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

19:53-12:55

2 stops24h 02m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

11:20-23:51

2 stops29h 31m

$1,825

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 4/5

19:53-12:55

2 stops24h 02m

Cairns

Mon 11/5

11:20-23:51

2 stops29h 31m

$1,827

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 4/5

17:57-11:50

2 stops24h 53m

Cairns

Mon 11/5

19:10-17:45

1 stop39h 35m

$1,837

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 4/6

16:45-10:35

2 stops24h 50m

Cairns

Thu 11/6

19:10-17:45

1 stop39h 35m

$1,847

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 16/5

18:01-08:30

2 stops45h 29m

Cairns

Sat 23/5

19:10-17:45

1 stop39h 35m

$1,854

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Fastest flight time

28h 24m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 28h 24m
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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 28h 24m.

  • 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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