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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $1,232

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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Cairns.
16:25 - 11:05SFO-CNS
25h 40m2 stops
15:35 - 22:37CNS-SFO
24h 02m2 stops
$2,147Qantas Airways
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Mon, 7 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
09:05 - 11:05SFO-CNS
33h 00m2 stops
13:40 - 17:45CNS-SFO
21h 05m1 stop
$2,206Qantas Airways
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Mon, 7 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
23:20 - 19:45SFO-CNS
27h 25m1 stop
06:00 - 06:25CNS-SFO
17h 25m1 stop
$2,803United Airlines
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Mon, 7 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
16:13 - 22:50SFO-CNS
37h 37m3 stops
06:00 - 12:50CNS-SFO
23h 50m2 stops
$3,153Air New Zealand
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Mon, 7 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
01:25 - 08:40SFO-CNS
38h 15m2 stops
16:55 - 07:20CNS-SFO
31h 25m2 stops
$4,106
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Sun, 6 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
17:05 - 08:35SFO-CNS
46h 30m2 stops
14:25 - 14:00CNS-SFO
64h 35m2 stops
$4,921Emirates
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Thu, 10 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr
00:05 - 22:50SFO-CNS
53h 45m2 stops
06:00 - 22:55CNS-SFO
33h 55m2 stops
$11,767
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Mon, 18 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
22:05 - 10:45SFO-CNS
19h 40m1 stop
18:40 - 12:50CNS-SFO
35h 10m2 stops
$11,842Air New Zealand
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Tue, 19 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
17:38 - 10:45SFO-CNS
24h 07m2 stops
18:40 - 12:50CNS-SFO
35h 10m3 stops
$13,471Air New Zealand
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Tue, 19 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
22:00 - 13:35SFO-CNS
22h 35m1 stop
19:00 - 17:45CNS-SFO
39h 45m1 stop
$21,871Qantas Airways
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Tue, 19 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug

Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on San Francisco to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
7 July
SFO16:25San Francisco
25h 40m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
5 Aug
CNS15:35Cairns
24h 02m
2 stops
SFO22:37San Francisco
Qantas Airways
7 July
SFO09:05San Francisco
33h 00m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
5 Aug
CNS13:40Cairns
21h 05m
1 stop
SFO17:45San Francisco
Qantas Airways
19 Aug
SFO22:00San Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
CNS13:35Cairns
30 Aug
CNS19:00Cairns
39h 45m
1 stop
SFO17:45San Francisco

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
7 July
SFO16:13San Francisco
37h 37m
3 stops
CNS22:50Cairns
5 Aug
CNS06:00Cairns
23h 50m
2 stops
SFO12:50San Francisco
Air New Zealand
19 Aug
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
CNS10:45Cairns
30 Aug
CNS18:40Cairns
35h 10m
2 stops
SFO12:50San Francisco
Air New Zealand
19 Aug
SFO17:38San Francisco
24h 07m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
30 Aug
CNS18:40Cairns
35h 10m
3 stops
SFO12:50San Francisco

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

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

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Best price found

$1,232

Fastest flight time

19h 40m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $1,232. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,147.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cairns takes 19h 40m
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?

    Cairns is 11297.5 km away from San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 19h 40m.

  • 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 were last updated today.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. 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 licence, 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.


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