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$785+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Cairns (CNS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CNS
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Cairns

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$904
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$785
(Kiwi.com)

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July

Average price

$1,672
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:15 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 11/203:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops42h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,277
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/206:05 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,463
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2910:45 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops43h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/512:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops39h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$1,535
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:15 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops30h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 1/103:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops42h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,614
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:15 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops30h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 1/116:40 amCNS - SFO
1 stop27h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,620
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/128:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop23h 35mQantas Airways
Fri 12/196:40 amCNS - SFO
1 stop27h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/27$1,725
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:20 amSFO - CNS
2 stops34h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 1/103:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops42h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,748
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:15 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 1/75:35 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops39h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,770

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Cairns that are best for you.

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Cairns

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San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

8:15 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Cairns

Thu 11/20

3:35 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$1,277

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

8:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

Thu 11/20

6:05 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$1,463

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

11:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop28h 30m

Cairns

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,571

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 12/28

8:15 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Cairns

Sun 1/11

11:45 am-3:55 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$1,614

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

7:01 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 34m

Cairns

Thu 1/22

12:35 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$1,622

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 12/28

8:15 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Cairns

Sat 1/10

3:35 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$1,629

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 12/28

8:15 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Cairns

Wed 1/7

5:35 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$1,770

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

9:30 pm-11:35 am

2 stops44h 05m

Cairns

Sun 1/11

6:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,830

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

10:55 pm-9:55 am

1 stop41h 00m

Cairns

Sat 1/10

11:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,872

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

7:45 am-8:30 am

3 stops54h 45m

$785

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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 October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Cairns, such as Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
208 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
208 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
208 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
925 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
208 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from Salinas, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 2.8 mi from the center of Cairns. There are 0 flights from Salinas to Cairns per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Cairns?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways fly from Salinas to Cairns in about 26h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Salinas to Cairns is about 7019 mi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Cairns?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Salinas to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$598Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,213Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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