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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $662

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3:40 pm - 4:35 amSFO-CNS
42h 55m1 stop
6:20 pm - 7:45 pmCNS-SFO
43h 25m2 stops
$1,220
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Fri, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 17
3:40 pm - 4:35 amSFO-CNS
42h 55m1 stop
6:40 am - 7:45 pmCNS-SFO
31h 05m2 stops
$1,234
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Fri, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 18
7:13 pm - 2:05 pmSFO-CNS
25h 52m2 stops
5:35 pm - 1:56 pmCNS-SFO
37h 21m2 stops
$1,474Air Canada
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Tue, Apr 1 - Fri, Apr 4
6:30 pm - 7:45 pmSFO-CNS
32h 15m2 stops
6:00 am - 6:30 amCNS-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
$1,670United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 16 - Fri, Apr 25
7:50 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-CNS
32h 55m2 stops
6:00 am - 11:05 amCNS-SFO
23h 05m2 stops
$2,080Air New Zealand
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Sat, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 19
7:50 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-CNS
32h 55m2 stops
6:40 pm - 11:05 amCNS-SFO
34h 25m2 stops
$2,085Air New Zealand
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Sat, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 18
2:45 pm - 2:00 pmSFO-CNS
29h 15m2 stops
5:35 pm - 12:11 pmCNS-SFO
36h 36m2 stops
$2,152Air Canada
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Sun, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 20
4:00 pm - 5:35 pmSFO-CNS
31h 35m2 stops
6:40 am - 3:45 pmCNS-SFO
27h 05m1 stop
$2,204Qantas Airways
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Sat, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 19
4:00 pm - 5:35 pmSFO-CNS
31h 35m2 stops
6:20 pm - 3:45 pmCNS-SFO
39h 25m1 stop
$2,205Qantas Airways
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Sat, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 18
8:10 pm - 2:55 pmSFO-CNS
24h 45m1 stop
6:00 am - 8:20 amCNS-SFO
44h 20m2 stops
$2,249United Airlines
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Sun, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 21
10:35 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-CNS
25h 25m2 stops
Sat, Jan 11
7:00 am - 2:55 pmSFO-CNS
37h 55m2 stops
$750Air Canada
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Wed, Feb 5
9:45 pm - 11:15 pmSFO-CNS
31h 30m2 stops
Sat, Jan 4
10:55 pm - 2:55 pmSFO-CNS
22h 00m1 stop
$849United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5
10:55 pm - 10:30 amSFO-CNS
41h 35m1 stop
$1,332Cathay Pacific
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Sat, Jan 11
10:55 pm - 10:30 amSFO-CNS
41h 35m1 stop
$1,402Cathay Pacific
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Sat, Jan 4
9:40 am - 5:20 pmSFO-CNS
37h 40m1 stop
$1,475Singapore Airlines
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Fri, Jan 3
9:40 am - 5:20 pmSFO-CNS
61h 40m1 stop
$1,526Singapore Airlines
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Thu, Jan 2
7:00 am - 7:55 pmSFO-CNS
42h 55m2 stops
$1,608Qantas Airways
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Wed, Dec 25
8:15 pm - 4:50 pmSFO-CNS
26h 35m1 stop
$1,630Qantas Airways
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Wed, Dec 25

Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Air Canada deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Air Canada
Apr 1
SFO7:13 pmSan Francisco
25h 52m
2 stops
CNS2:05 pmCairns
Apr 4
CNS5:35 pmCairns
37h 21m
2 stops
SFO1:56 pmSan Francisco
Air Canada
Jan 12
SFO2:45 pmSan Francisco
29h 15m
2 stops
CNS2:00 pmCairns
Jan 20
CNS5:35 pmCairns
36h 36m
2 stops
SFO12:11 pmSan Francisco
Air Canada
Jan 13
SFO4:35 pmSan Francisco
27h 25m
2 stops
CNS2:00 pmCairns
Jan 20
CNS5:35 pmCairns
36h 36m
2 stops
SFO12:11 pmSan Francisco

Singapore Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Apr 16
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
36h 30m
1 stop
CNS5:00 pmCairns
Apr 25
CNS6:15 pmCairns
32h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
Singapore Airlines
Apr 16
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
36h 30m
1 stop
CNS5:00 pmCairns
Apr 25
CNS6:15 pmCairns
32h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:40 amSan Francisco
Singapore Airlines
Apr 16
SFO11:30 amSan Francisco
36h 30m
1 stop
CNS5:00 pmCairns
Apr 25
CNS6:15 pmCairns
36h 23m
2 stops
SFO1:38 pmSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $0. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,284.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the morning for as low as $0. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,607 per ticket.

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Best Price Found

$662

Fastest flight time

20h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $662. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,220.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 20h 00m
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 far is San Francisco to Cairns by plane?

    There are 7020.0 mi between San Francisco and Cairns. Typically, this will take 20h 00m 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.

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  • 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Cairns?


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairns

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,213Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,172 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,267Free CancellationRating
8.0
529 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,277Free CancellationRating
7.6
820 reviews
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