$582+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CNS
May 23 — May 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/24:45 pm
SFO
- CNS
1 stop42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/912:40 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops27h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,217
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/48:30 am
SFO
- CNS
2 stops40h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/1812:40 pm
CNS
- SFO
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,218
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 7/410:35 pm
SFO
- CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Fiji Airways
Sat 7/1812:40 pm
CNS
- SFO
1 stop18h 15m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 4/22![Fiji Airways logo]()
$1,259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:20 pm
SFO
- CNS
1 stop28h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 7/196:00 am
CNS
- SFO
1 stop17h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,288
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 6/41:35 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops29h 15m
Qantas Airways
Thu 6/1111:20 am
CNS
- SFO
2 stops29h 49m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,296
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/111:40 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops32h 20m
Qantas Airways
Mon 5/183:45 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops25h 06m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/28:55 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops54h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 7/196:00 am
CNS
- SFO
1 stop17h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,304
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/47:53 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops24h 02m
Qantas Airways
Mon 5/1111:20 am
CNS
- SFO
2 stops29h 31m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/411:20 pm
SFO
- CNS
1 stop28h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 7/196:00 am
CNS
- SFO
2 stops43h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,311
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 6/44:45 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/117:10 pm
CNS
- SFO
1 stop39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,323
Best flights from San Francisco to CairnsDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 6/206:08 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops24h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/223:45 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops23h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,345
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Tue 6/26:08 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops23h 27m
Qantas Airways
Tue 6/91:40 pm
CNS
- SFO
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/18![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,346
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/117:53 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/183:45 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops24h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,357
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 7/48:11 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops28h 24m
Qantas Airways
Mon 7/206:00 am
CNS
- SFO
2 stops34h 54m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,426
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 7/58:11 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops23h 44m
Qantas Airways
Sat 7/185:00 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops34h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,436
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to CairnsDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns. Data last updated April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns. Data last updated April 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/24:45 pm
SFO
- CNS
1 stop42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/912:40 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops27h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,217
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 5/26:45 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops25h 10m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/97:10 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops32h 08m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,361
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/47:53 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops24h 02m
Qantas Airways
Mon 5/1111:20 am
CNS
- SFO
2 stops29h 31m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,309
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/111:40 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops32h 20m
Qantas Airways
Mon 5/183:45 pm
CNS
- SFO
2 stops25h 06m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/20![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,302
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1110:50 pm
SFO
- CNS
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/187:10 pm
CNS
- SFO
1 stop28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,342
One-way flights from San Francisco to CairnsSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1710:35 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops40h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$582
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2010:35 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/211:25 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$585
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/164:45 pm
SFO
- CNS
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$631
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/214:45 pm
SFO
- CNS
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$655
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/18:30 pm
SFO
- CNS
3 stops45h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$680
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/224:45 pm
SFO
- CNS
3 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$742
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/193:26 pm
SFO
- CNS
2 stops26h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$775
Find 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 April 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 2 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 2 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,218 (Travelocity) |
One-way from | $582 (Kiwi.com) |
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
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San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Sat 6/20
6:08 pm-11:50 am
2 stops24h 42m
Cairns
Wed 7/22
3:45 pm-10:14 pm
2 stops23h 29m
$1,345
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Tue 6/2
6:08 pm-10:35 am
2 stops23h 27m
Cairns
Tue 6/9
1:40 pm-5:45 pm
1 stop21h 05m
$1,346
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Mon 5/11
7:53 pm-12:55 pm
2 stops24h 02m
Cairns
Mon 5/18
3:45 pm-11:26 pm
2 stops24h 41m
$1,357
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Sat 7/4
8:11 pm-5:35 pm
2 stops28h 24m
Cairns
Mon 7/20
6:00 am-11:54 pm
2 stops34h 54m
$1,426
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Sun 7/5
8:11 pm-12:55 pm
2 stops23h 44m
Cairns
Sat 7/18
5:00 pm-10:56 am
2 stops34h 56m
$1,436
Cheapest one-way
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Sat 5/16
4:45 pm-9:20 am
3 stops47h 35m
$631
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Mon 5/18
4:45 pm-8:30 am
2 stops22h 45m
$799
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Wed 6/24
9:43 pm-11:40 am
2 stops44h 57m
$820
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Sat 8/1
8:30 am-6:25 pm
2 stops40h 55m
$845
San FranciscoCairns
SFO - CNS
SFOCNS
San Francisco
Wed 5/20
11:10 pm-11:10 am
1 stop19h 00m
$997
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- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cairns flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Cairns flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant 90-95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Cairns flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Cairns flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Cairns flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Cairns
How often are flights from San Francisco to Cairns delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Cairns flights?
Over the last year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
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 April 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways from San Francisco to Cairns. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMidhat,Apr 2026
AKL - ADL
Comfort
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMidhat,Apr 2026
AKL - ADL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,213 | Average$1,480 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |