$519+ Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to San Francisco (SFO)
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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — SFO
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/2112:35 pm -
2 stops25h 50m
Fri 12/43:35 pm -
1 stop43h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,098
This Fiji Airways 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2112:35 pm -
1 stop18h 00m
Wed 12/99:45 pm -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,165
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1010:55 am -
2 stops26h 30m
Thu 12/177:20 am -
2 stops30h 55m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,157
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/106:00 am -
3 stops27h 27m
Thu 12/172:45 pm -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 10/26![Air Canada logo]()
$2,313
Best flights from Cairns to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This Fiji Airways 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2112:35 pm -
1 stop18h 00m
Wed 12/99:45 pm -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,165
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/266:00 am -
2 stops25h 51m
Sat 1/306:30 am -
2 stops38h 25m
Deal found 10/25![Air Canada logo]()
$1,422
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/266:20 pm -
1 stop31h 30m
Sat 1/309:40 am -
1 stop37h 35m
Deal found 10/26![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,563
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/133:45 pm -
2 stops36h 47m
Sun 2/286:30 am -
2 stops38h 25m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,338
Last-minute flights from Cairns to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/2112:35 pm -
2 stops25h 50m
Fri 12/43:35 pm -
1 stop43h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,098
This Fiji Airways 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2112:35 pm -
1 stop18h 00m
Wed 12/99:45 pm -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 10/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,165
One-way flights from Cairns to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Cairns to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 4/312:40 pm -
1 stop18h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Fiji Airways logo]()
$519
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 4/16:15 pm -
2 stops36h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$523
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 4/66:00 am -
2 stops24h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$540
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 4/36:00 am -
2 stops24h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$547
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 4/26:00 am -
2 stops24h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$563
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 4/47:15 pm -
3 stops43h 12m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 4/56:45 am -
3 stops31h 42m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$611
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 4/76:00 am -
3 stops29h 54m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$639
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Round-trip from | $1,098 (Kiwi.com) |
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One-way from | $519 (Kiwi.com) |
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CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Mon 4/5
4:55 pm-1:40 pm
2 stops37h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$547
Quickest round-trip
CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Wed 4/7
11:40 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$980
CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Fri 4/2
12:00 pm-6:45 am
3 stops35h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,005
CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Tue 4/6
11:40 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-6:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,104
CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Sat 11/21
12:35 pm-12:35 pm
1 stop18h 00m
San Francisco
Wed 12/9
9:45 pm-11:35 am
2 stops43h 50m
$1,165
CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Sat 2/13
3:45 pm-10:32 am
2 stops36h 47m
San Francisco
Sun 2/28
6:30 am-2:55 pm
2 stops38h 25m
$1,338
CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Tue 1/26
6:00 am-1:51 pm
2 stops25h 51m
San Francisco
Sat 1/30
6:30 am-2:55 pm
2 stops38h 25m
$1,422
CairnsSan Francisco
CNS Cairns - SFO San Francisco
CNSSFO
Cairns
Tue 1/26
6:20 pm-7:50 am
1 stop31h 30m
San Francisco
Sat 1/30
9:40 am-5:15 pm
1 stop37h 35m
$1,563
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