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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cairns (CNS) from $1,043

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — CNS
May 18 — May 251
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 13, 2024.

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$1,798

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$1,458
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cairns?

Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from San Francisco to Cairns. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cairns.

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

April can be a great time to fly to Cairns from San Francisco with a flight ticket averaging about $1,718. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of April for as cheap as $1,082. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Cairns (SFO - CNS)?

When flying from San Francisco to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between San Francisco and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights heading from San Francisco to Cairns. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Mon 8/1210:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/218:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops33h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,288
Mon 5/2710:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,337
Mon 8/1210:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops28h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/218:30 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops35h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,374
Wed 7/2410:35 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops43h 10mAir New Zealand
Thu 8/811:55 amCNS - SFO
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$1,763
Tue 9/310:00 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/76:40 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops35h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,828
Tue 9/310:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops28h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/76:40 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops35h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,845
Mon 5/277:30 amSFO - CNS
3 stops46h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
3 stops26h 31mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,933
Mon 10/79:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops32h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/126:40 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops58h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,951
Tue 10/154:25 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops32h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/298:30 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops38h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,971

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between San Francisco and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Qantas Airways flights from San Francisco to Cairns. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 10/159:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop32h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 10/296:40 amCNS - SFO
1 stop27h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,492
Thu 9/1210:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop31h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 9/216:55 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,539
Thu 9/126:30 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 9/216:55 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,543
Mon 8/126:10 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 8/216:55 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,630
Mon 7/16:57 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops24h 53mQantas Airways
Tue 7/91:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,745
Mon 7/111:20 amSFO - CNS
2 stops32h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 7/91:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,753
Wed 7/2411:12 amSFO - CNS
2 stops38h 03mQantas Airways
Thu 8/81:45 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops36h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/13$2,031
Mon 5/276:50 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops30h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 8/186:35 amCNS - SFO
1 stop28h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$2,068
Tue 9/310:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 9/76:55 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$2,635

Cheap San Francisco to Cairns flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Cairns specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Prices were last updated on May 13, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 5/2710:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,337
Mon 5/2710:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$1,370
Mon 5/277:30 amSFO - CNS
3 stops46h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,576
Mon 5/278:35 amSFO - CNS
3 stops45h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$1,638
Mon 5/277:30 amSFO - CNS
3 stops46h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
3 stops26h 31mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,933
Mon 5/278:35 amSFO - CNS
3 stops45h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
3 stops31h 31mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$2,002
Mon 5/276:50 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops30h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 8/186:35 amCNS - SFO
1 stop28h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$2,068
Sun 6/3012:55 amSFO - CNS
2 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/910:15 amCNS - SFO
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$2,661
Sun 5/261:45 amSFO - CNS
2 stops45h 10mANA
Sun 8/1812:10 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops45h 45mANA
Deal found 5/12$2,745

San Francisco to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 10/1511:35 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/296:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,043
Wed 8/216:39 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops28h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/116:55 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops32h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,199
Mon 8/126:41 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/216:55 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops32h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,202
Mon 8/126:41 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/214:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,203
Tue 12/34:35 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/176:20 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,221
Mon 8/1210:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/218:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops33h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,288
Mon 5/2710:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,337
Mon 5/2710:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops27h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/186:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/13$1,370
Mon 8/1210:00 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops28h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 8/218:30 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops35h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,374

Find flights from San Francisco to Cairns within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.

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San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 10/15

2 stops24h 55m

Cairns

Tue 10/29

2 stops24h 25m

$1,043

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

2 stops28h 16m

Cairns

Wed 9/11

2 stops32h 33m

$1,199

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

2 stops25h 54m

Cairns

Wed 8/21

2 stops34h 58m

$1,203

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

2 stops31h 35m

Cairns

Wed 8/21

2 stops33h 20m

$1,288

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 10/15

1 stop32h 35m

Cairns

Tue 10/29

1 stop27h 20m

$1,492

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

1 stop36h 30m

Cairns

Wed 9/11

1 stop32h 25m

$1,576

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 8/20

2 stops42h 55m

Cairns

Wed 9/11

2 stops50h 15m

$1,680

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 8/21

2 stops30h 50m

Cairns

Wed 9/11

1 stop17h 30m

$1,735

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 8/11

2 stops40h 40m

Cairns

Wed 8/21

2 stops45h 45m

$2,029

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cairns. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Cairns flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cairns by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Cairns is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,472. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CNS

Temperature

69.8 - 80.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated May 13, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Cairns, see what other customers have to say about Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,474 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
630 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,455 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,963 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Cairns for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Cairns for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,043, but on average you can expect to pay $1,489.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairns round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Cairns is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,288 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines, starting at $1,492 and $1,576 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Cairns for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does SFO to CNS mean?

    SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while CNS stands for Cairns Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Cairns.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/13.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairns

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,242Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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