Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cairns (CNS) from $1,051

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 4/16. 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
Mar 24 — Mar 311

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 March 19, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,026

Round-trip from

$1,679
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 32% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From San Francisco to Cairns

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cairns?

Sunday 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?

February can be a great time to fly to Cairns from San Francisco with a flight ticket averaging about $1,808. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $1,233. 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)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Cairns as you normally would.

Cheap Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights heading from San Francisco to Cairns. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 4/166:25 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops28h 30mAir Canada
Tue 4/236:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,051
Sun 4/216:20 amSFO - CNS
2 stops40h 35mAir Canada
Thu 4/256:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops25h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 3/16$1,165

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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 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 4/1610:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop27h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 4/231:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,221
Mon 8/128:25 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops23h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 8/2112:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops37h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,239
Thu 9/1210:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop21h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 9/217:20 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,268
Wed 3/2710:33 amSFO - CNS
2 stops38h 07mQantas Airways
Fri 4/58:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops37h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,310
Sun 4/216:30 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops31h 00mQantas Airways
Thu 4/251:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,402
Mon 8/128:25 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops23h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 8/216:55 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,417
Wed 3/276:59 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops34h 31mQantas Airways
Fri 4/54:10 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops34h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$2,569
Wed 3/276:59 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops34h 31mQantas Airways
Fri 4/512:45 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops38h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$2,851
Sun 9/110:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 9/104:10 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/16$2,950

Cheap San Francisco to Cairns flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Cairns specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 4/166:25 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops28h 30mAir Canada
Tue 4/236:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,051
Tue 4/164:55 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/237:05 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,110
Sun 4/2111:35 amSFO - CNS
2 stops35h 20mAir Canada
Thu 4/256:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops27h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 3/17$1,165
Sun 4/211:10 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops33h 45mAir Canada
Thu 4/257:15 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops45h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,166
Tue 4/1610:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop27h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 4/231:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,221
Wed 3/2710:33 amSFO - CNS
2 stops38h 07mQantas Airways
Fri 4/58:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops37h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,310
Sun 4/216:30 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops31h 00mQantas Airways
Thu 4/251:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,402
Tue 4/1610:54 amSFO - CNS
3 stops42h 41mAir New Zealand
Tue 4/2311:55 amCNS - SFO
2 stops28h 07mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/18$1,465
Mon 4/151:05 amSFO - CNS
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/237:20 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,514

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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Francisco to Cairns in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 4/166:25 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops28h 30mAir Canada
Tue 4/236:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,051
Thu 9/1211:35 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/216:35 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,088
Tue 4/164:55 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/237:05 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,110
Sun 4/2111:35 amSFO - CNS
2 stops35h 20mAir Canada
Thu 4/256:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops27h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 3/17$1,165
Sun 4/211:10 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops33h 45mAir Canada
Thu 4/257:15 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops45h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 3/18$1,166
Tue 4/1610:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop27h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 4/231:30 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,221
Mon 8/124:50 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/216:55 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops32h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,238
Mon 8/127:30 amSFO - CNS
2 stops46h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 8/2112:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops37h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,239
Thu 9/1210:00 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 9/216:40 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops35h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/18$1,256

San Francisco to Cairns flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Cairns for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from San Francisco to Cairns departing last-minute. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Wed 3/2710:33 amSFO - CNS
2 stops38h 07mQantas Airways
Fri 4/58:30 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops37h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$1,310
Wed 3/2711:50 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops66h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/56:00 amCNS - SFO
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,973
Wed 3/276:59 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops34h 31mQantas Airways
Fri 4/54:10 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops34h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$2,569
Wed 3/276:59 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops34h 31mQantas Airways
Fri 4/512:45 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops38h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/18$2,851
Wed 3/279:15 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop26h 55mSingapore Airlines
Fri 4/56:15 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop32h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/18$4,364

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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,051 - $1,427

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 4/16

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Tue 4/23

2 stops23h 22m

$1,051

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 9/12

2 stops25h 40m

Cairns

Sat 9/21

2 stops23h 50m

$1,088

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 4/16

1 stop42h 30m

Cairns

Tue 4/23

2 stops42h 50m

$1,110

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 4/21

2 stops40h 35m

Cairns

Thu 4/25

2 stops25h 49m

$1,165

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 4/16

1 stop27h 15m

Cairns

Tue 4/23

1 stop21h 20m

$1,221

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

2 stops23h 25m

Cairns

Wed 8/21

2 stops37h 14m

$1,239

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 9/12

1 stop19h 45m

Cairns

Sat 9/21

2 stops35h 10m

$1,256

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 9/12

2 stops41h 30m

Cairns

Sat 9/21

2 stops35h 10m

$1,282

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

1 stop23h 55m

Cairns

Wed 8/21

1 stop17h 25m

$1,427

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Deals found on 3/18

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 March 17, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Cairns flight should consider departing on Saturday 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 $1,204. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cairns (average of $0). Flying from San Francisco to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,342). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 March 19, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Cairns, see what other customers have to say about Air Canada, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
998 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

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

8.5
Very good
998 reviews
8.5
Very good
998 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

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

8.3
Very good
1,520 reviews
8.5
Very good
998 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

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

8.3
Very good
695 reviews
8.5
Very good
998 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

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

7.8
Good
1,071 reviews
8.5
Very good
998 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

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

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
8.5
Very good
998 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

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

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  • 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 Air Canada for just $1,051, but on average you can expect to pay $1,364.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Cairns for under $1,400?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from San Francisco to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than $1,400.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Cairns is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,051 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, starting at $1,221 and $1,256 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Cairns for 41% 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,238Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,462Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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