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Cheap flights from Cairns to San Francisco from $3,278

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12:35 - 23:59CNS-SFO
29h 24m2 stops
07:45 - 10:15SFO-CNS
32h 30m2 stops
$3,278
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Sat, 14 Dec - Wed, 8 Jan
17:30 - 15:45CNS-SFO
40h 15m1 stop
16:00 - 12:00SFO-CNS
26h 00m2 stops
$3,572Qantas Airways
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Sat, 14 Dec - Wed, 8 Jan
12:35 - 15:45CNS-SFO
21h 10m1 stop
07:00 - 12:00SFO-CNS
35h 00m2 stops
$3,700Qantas Airways
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Sun, 15 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec
14:35 - 20:57CNS-SFO
24h 22m2 stops
07:00 - 12:00SFO-CNS
35h 00m2 stops
$3,732Qantas Airways
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Sun, 15 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec
14:35 - 15:35CNS-SFO
43h 00m3 stops
07:00 - 12:05SFO-CNS
35h 05m2 stops
$4,004Qantas Airways
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Sun, 15 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec
06:00 - 15:53CNS-SFO
27h 53m3 stops
16:00 - 12:05SFO-CNS
26h 05m2 stops
$4,433
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Sat, 14 Dec - Wed, 8 Jan
17:35 - 06:55CNS-SFO
31h 20m1 stop
23:05 - 23:15SFO-CNS
30h 10m1 stop
$4,522Virgin Australia
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Sun, 15 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec
14:40 - 06:50CNS-SFO
34h 10m1 stop
23:05 - 14:00SFO-CNS
20h 55m1 stop
$4,523Virgin Australia
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Sat, 14 Dec - Wed, 8 Jan
06:00 - 15:53CNS-SFO
27h 53m3 stops
16:00 - 13:50SFO-CNS
27h 50m3 stops
$4,846
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Sat, 14 Dec - Wed, 8 Jan
14:30 - 20:11CNS-SFO
47h 41m3 stops
08:36 - 11:15SFO-CNS
32h 39m3 stops
$5,413
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Sun, 15 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec
20:50 - 15:00CNS-SFO
59h 10m3 stops
$3,793
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Wed, 9 Apr
20:50 - 15:00CNS-SFO
59h 10m3 stops
$3,942
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Tue, 8 Apr
16:50 - 22:20CNS-SFO
46h 30m3 stops
$4,254
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Sat, 12 Apr
16:50 - 11:25CNS-SFO
59h 35m3 stops
$4,289
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Thu, 10 Apr
11:00 - 19:55CNS-SFO
49h 55m3 stops
$4,318
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Fri, 11 Apr
10:30 - 22:20CNS-SFO
52h 50m3 stops
$4,328
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Sun, 13 Apr
06:00 - 12:50CNS-SFO
23h 50m2 stops
$5,493Air New Zealand
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Sun, 13 Apr
18:15 - 20:15CNS-SFO
43h 00m1 stop
$6,139Singapore Airlines
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Wed, 9 Apr
06:00 - 06:30CNS-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
$7,189United Airlines
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Tue, 8 Apr
16:50 - 06:30CNS-SFO
30h 40m1 stop
$7,844United Airlines
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Sat, 12 Apr

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to San Francisco flight tickets
Qantas Airways
14 Dec
CNS17:30Cairns
40h 15m
1 stop
SFO15:45San Francisco
8 Jan
SFO16:00San Francisco
26h 00m
2 stops
CNS12:00Cairns
Qantas Airways
15 Dec
CNS12:35Cairns
21h 10m
1 stop
SFO15:45San Francisco
22 Dec
SFO07:00San Francisco
35h 00m
2 stops
CNS12:00Cairns
Qantas Airways
15 Dec
CNS14:35Cairns
24h 22m
2 stops
SFO20:57San Francisco
22 Dec
SFO07:00San Francisco
35h 00m
2 stops
CNS12:00Cairns

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to San Francisco

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to San Francisco flight tickets
Virgin Australia
15 Dec
CNS17:35Cairns
31h 20m
1 stop
SFO06:55San Francisco
22 Dec
SFO23:05San Francisco
30h 10m
1 stop
CNS23:15Cairns
Virgin Australia
14 Dec
CNS14:40Cairns
34h 10m
1 stop
SFO06:50San Francisco
8 Jan
SFO23:05San Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
CNS14:00Cairns

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

March. The cheapest time of year to fly to San Francisco from Cairns is March. The most expensive is October.

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

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Wednesday. The most expensive is usually Tuesday.

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

In the evening. Cairns to San Francisco flights are approximately 19% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

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

Virgin Australia. Virgin Australia is the most popular carrier operating from Cairns to San Francisco

What is the cheapest Cairns to San Francisco flight route?

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

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to San Francisco flight.

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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Cheap Cairns to San Francisco (CNS to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$3,793

Fastest flight time

17h 30m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $3,793. The best return flight deal from Cairns to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $3,278.
The fastest flight from Cairns to San Francisco takes 17h 30m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to San Francisco. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cairns Airport - San Francisco Airport.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • 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 20h 05m.

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

  • 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.

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


Best airlines flying from Cairns to San Francisco

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,540Free cancellationRating
7.6
494 reviews
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