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

Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to San Francisco

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 were last updated today.

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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:25 - 16:20

CNS

SFO

22h 55m1 stop

21:45 - 09:55

SFO

CNS

42h 10m1 stop

$1,544Cathay Pacific

Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

11:25 - 16:05

CNS

SFO

22h 40m1 stop

11:25 - 09:55

SFO

CNS

28h 30m1 stop

$1,573Cathay Pacific

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

12:05 - 10:34

CNS

SFO

40h 29m2 stops

18:00 - 17:15

SFO

CNS

29h 15m2 stops

$1,726Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

11:25 - 09:45

CNS

SFO

40h 20m1 stop

21:45 - 09:55

SFO

CNS

42h 10m1 stop

$1,797Cathay Pacific

Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

11:55 - 12:30

CNS

SFO

42h 35m2 stops

11:25 - 09:55

SFO

CNS

28h 30m1 stop

$1,816Multiple Airlines

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

14:40 - 06:30

CNS

SFO

33h 50m2 stops

23:50 - 11:00

SFO

CNS

41h 10m2 stops

$1,836Multiple Airlines

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

09:05 - 21:00

CNS

SFO

29h 55m2 stops

11:25 - 09:55

SFO

CNS

28h 30m1 stop

$1,851Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

11:55 - 13:40

CNS

SFO

19h 45m1 stop

11:25 - 09:55

SFO

CNS

28h 30m1 stop

$1,995Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

06:00 - 15:35

CNS

SFO

27h 35m2 stops

08:25 - 14:00

SFO

CNS

35h 35m2 stops

$2,133Air Canada

Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

06:00 - 12:20

CNS

SFO

24h 20m2 stops

11:20 - 14:00

SFO

CNS

32h 40m2 stops

$2,136Air Canada

Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Cathay Pacific

5 Feb

CNS11:25Cairns

22h 55m

1 stop

SFO16:20San Francisco

9 Feb

SFO21:45San Francisco

42h 10m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

$1,544

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Cathay Pacific

27 Jan

CNS11:25Cairns

22h 40m

1 stop

SFO16:05San Francisco

3 Feb

SFO11:25San Francisco

28h 30m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

$1,573

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Cathay Pacific

5 Feb

CNS11:25Cairns

40h 20m

1 stop

SFO09:45San Francisco

9 Feb

SFO21:45San Francisco

42h 10m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

$1,797

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Air Canada flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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Air Canada

5 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

27h 35m

2 stops

SFO15:35San Francisco

9 Feb

SFO08:25San Francisco

35h 35m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$2,133

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Air Canada

5 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

24h 20m

2 stops

SFO12:20San Francisco

9 Feb

SFO11:20San Francisco

32h 40m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$2,136

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Air Canada

5 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

27h 35m

2 stops

SFO15:35San Francisco

9 Feb

SFO18:00San Francisco

26h 00m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$2,138

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CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 5/2

11:25-16:20

1 stop22h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

21:45-09:55

1 stop42h 10m

$1,544

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 27/1

11:25-16:05

1 stop22h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

11:25-09:55

1 stop28h 30m

$1,573

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 25/1

12:05-10:34

2 stops40h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

18:00-17:15

2 stops29h 15m

$1,726

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 5/2

11:25-09:45

1 stop40h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

21:45-09:55

1 stop42h 10m

$1,797

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 27/1

11:55-12:30

2 stops42h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

11:25-09:55

1 stop28h 30m

$1,816

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 27/1

14:40-06:30

2 stops33h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/2

23:50-11:00

2 stops41h 10m

$1,836

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 25/1

09:05-21:00

2 stops29h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

11:25-09:55

1 stop28h 30m

$1,851

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 25/1

11:55-13:40

1 stop19h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

11:25-09:55

1 stop28h 30m

$1,995

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 5/2

06:00-15:35

2 stops27h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

08:25-14:00

2 stops35h 35m

$2,133

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Thu 5/2

06:00-12:20

2 stops24h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 9/2

11:20-14:00

2 stops32h 40m

$2,136

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

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from Cairns. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,537. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to San Francisco for around $1,914.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Cairns to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $1,567. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,785 on average. Flights to San Francisco from Cairns in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

When to book flights from Cairns to San Francisco

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

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Fastest flight time	21h 20m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 21h 20m

There are no direct flights from Cairns to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to San Francisco.

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How far is Cairns to San Francisco by plane?
Cairns and San Francisco are 11297.5 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 21h 20m.
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 were last updated today.
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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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