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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $646

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 4/21. 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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Best Price Found

$646

Fastest flight time

19h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

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The best one-way flight to Cairns from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $646. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,128.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 19h 45m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Cairns. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Cairns Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Cairns?

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cairns from San Francisco is February. Most expensive is November

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Cairns?

Saturday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Saturday. The most expensive is typically Monday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Cairns?

San Francisco to Cairns flights are currently only available in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Cairns from San Francisco?

Qantas Airways. Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Cairns

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Cairns flight route?

San Francisco - Cairns. Fly from San Francisco to Cairns for the best San Francisco - Cairns flight prices

When traveling from San Francisco to Cairns, the most popular airport to fly into is Cairns Airport. The majority of travelers flying into Cairns Airport from San Francisco are departing from San Francisco Airport. When booking your trip to Cairns, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. Good options for departure airports when traveling to Cairns, you can try San Jose Airport (in San Jose), Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (in Santa Rosa), or Oakland Airport (in Oakland). In March, $1,128 is typically the cheapest round trip price you’ll find from San Francisco to Cairns which you can find when you fly SFO — CNS.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Cairns Airport (CNS)$1,128
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San Jose Airport (SJC) to Cairns Airport (CNS)$2,060
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Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Cairns Airport (CNS)$2,532
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Oakland Airport (OAK) to Cairns Airport (CNS)$2,914
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Easily compare round-trip flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cairns by changing tabs
Multiple Airlines
May 28
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
30h 15m
2 stops
CNS10:50 pmCairns
Aug 17
CNS6:35 amCairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
May 26
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
CNS10:45 amCairns
Aug 18
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
May 28
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
21h 35m
1 stop
CNS12:50 pmCairns
Aug 17
CNS7:20 pmCairns
39h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
ANA
May 26
SFO1:45 amSan Francisco
64h 40m
2 stops
CNS11:25 amCairns
Aug 18
CNS12:10 pmCairns
45h 45m
2 stops
SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
May 27
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
45h 05m
2 stops
CNS12:05 pmCairns
Aug 17
CNS6:40 pmCairns
35h 10m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
May 27
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
45h 05m
2 stops
CNS12:05 pmCairns
Aug 18
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

Find the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Cairns

If you're looking for one-way flights from San Francisco to Cairns, view some of our deals below provided by Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways
Air New Zealand
Apr 21
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
CNS10:45 amCairns
Multiple Airlines
Apr 20
SFO1:05 amSan Francisco
35h 55m
2 stops
CNS6:00 amCairns
Fiji Airways
Apr 15
SFO6:30 pmSan Francisco
32h 20m
3 stops
CNS7:50 pmCairns

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairns

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Cairns with momondo
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,238Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,060 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,462Free CancellationRating
8.2
685 reviews
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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
May 26
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
19h 45m
1 stop
CNS10:45 amCairns
Aug 18
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
May 27
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
45h 05m
2 stops
CNS12:05 pmCairns
Aug 17
CNS6:40 pmCairns
35h 10m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
Air New Zealand
May 27
SFO10:00 pmSan Francisco
45h 05m
2 stops
CNS12:05 pmCairns
Aug 18
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
May 28
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
21h 35m
1 stop
CNS12:50 pmCairns
Aug 17
CNS7:20 pmCairns
39h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
May 28
SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco
28h 35m
2 stops
CNS7:50 pmCairns
Aug 17
CNS7:20 pmCairns
39h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
Qantas Airways
May 27
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
30h 25m
2 stops
CNS6:15 pmCairns
Aug 17
CNS7:20 pmCairns
39h 30m
1 stop
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco

  • How far is San Francisco to Cairns by plane?

    There are 7020.0 mi between San Francisco and Cairns. Typically, this will take 19h 45m by plane in normal conditions.

  • 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 are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cairns Airport?

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. 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 license, 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.


Alternative routes for San Francisco to Cairns

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