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Cheap flights from Cairns to San Francisco from $889

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cairns to San Francisco departing on 9/12. 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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Fiji Airways Logo
12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
9:35 pm - 11:35 am
SFO
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CNS
20h 00m
1 stop
$889Fiji Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Dec 12
Fiji Airways Logo
12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
Fiji Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 11:35 am
SFO
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CNS
19h 45m
1 stop
$910Fiji Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Dec 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:35 am
SFO
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CNS
22h 45m
2 stops
$1,010Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Dec 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:35 am
SFO
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CNS
22h 45m
2 stops
$1,040Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 7:05 pm
SFO
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CNS
27h 00m
2 stops
$1,108Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Nov 29
Air New Zealand Logo
3:45 pm - 12:55 pm
CNS
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SFO
38h 10m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
7:50 pm - 4:55 pm
SFO
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CNS
27h 05m
2 stops
$1,196Air New Zealand
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
23h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 9:05 am
SFO
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CNS
41h 00m
3 stops
$1,291Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
23h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:35 am
SFO
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CNS
22h 45m
2 stops
$1,314Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Dec 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
18h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:05 am
SFO
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CNS
20h 20m
1 stop
$1,340Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 1:40 pm
CNS
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SFO
23h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:35 am
SFO
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CNS
22h 45m
2 stops
$1,345Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Dec 12

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Fiji Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Cairns to San Francisco flight tickets
Fiji Airways
Sep 12
CNS12:40 pmCairns
18h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
Dec 12
SFO9:35 pmSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
CNS11:35 amCairns
$889
Fiji Airways
Sep 12
CNS12:40 pmCairns
18h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
Dec 5
SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
CNS11:35 amCairns
$910

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Cairns to San Francisco flight tickets
Air New Zealand
Sep 12
CNS3:45 pmCairns
38h 10m
2 stops
SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco
Nov 29
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
27h 05m
2 stops
CNS4:55 pmCairns
$1,196
Air New Zealand
Sep 12
CNS6:00 amCairns
28h 42m
3 stops
SFO5:42 pmSan Francisco
Dec 8
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
32h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:40 pmCairns
$1,622
Air New Zealand
Sep 12
CNS6:00 amCairns
31h 17m
3 stops
SFO8:17 pmSan Francisco
Dec 12
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
32h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:40 pmCairns
$1,640

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to San Francisco 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 832,500 searches. Data last updated June 23, 2026.
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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

9:35 pm-11:35 am

1 stop20h 00m

$889
Quickest round-trip

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 12/5

9:50 pm-11:35 am

1 stop19h 45m

$910

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 12/8

6:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,010

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

6:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,040

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 11/29

10:05 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,108

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

3:45 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops38h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 11/29

7:50 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$1,196

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

6:45 am-1:40 pm

2 stops23h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 11/29

10:05 pm-9:05 am

3 stops41h 00m

$1,291

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

6:50 am-1:40 pm

2 stops23h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 12/8

6:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,314

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 11/29

8:45 pm-11:05 am

1 stop20h 20m

$1,340

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 9/12

6:50 am-1:40 pm

2 stops23h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

6:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,345

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Fastest flight time

25h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 25h 00m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to San Francisco

  • How far is Cairns to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 7020.4 mi away from Cairns. Flights usually cover this in 25h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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