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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Cairns from $876

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 19/6. 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
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
Thu 9/5
Thu 16/5

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 4 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,726

Round-trip from

$285
High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 37% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From San Francisco to Cairns

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Cairns. Flights to Cairns from San Francisco in April are about $2,605 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $1,640.

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 decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air New Zealand flights heading from San Francisco to Cairns. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 12/822:00SFO - CNS
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/812:45CNS - SFO
2 stops41h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/5$1,941
Mon 12/822:00SFO - CNS
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/820:30CNS - SFO
2 stops33h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/5$1,950
Wed 21/822:55SFO - CNS
2 stops42h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/920:30CNS - SFO
2 stops33h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/5$2,070
Mon 12/822:00SFO - CNS
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/820:30CNS - SFO
3 stops35h 48mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/5$2,080
Mon 12/822:00SFO - CNS
2 stops28h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/820:30CNS - SFO
3 stops38h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/5$2,082
Wed 21/813:20SFO - CNS
3 stops37h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/920:30CNS - SFO
2 stops33h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/5$2,386
Tue 3/922:00SFO - CNS
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/918:40CNS - SFO
2 stops35h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/5$2,767
Tue 3/922:00SFO - CNS
1 stop19h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/918:40CNS - SFO
2 stops35h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/5$2,768
Tue 3/922:00SFO - CNS
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/918:40CNS - SFO
2 stops35h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/5$2,793

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 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 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.
Wed 21/818:10SFO - CNS
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 11/918:55CNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/5$2,338
Mon 12/811:00SFO - CNS
2 stops33h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 21/818:55CNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/5$2,374
Mon 12/818:10SFO - CNS
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 21/818:55CNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$2,377
Tue 3/922:15SFO - CNS
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 7/918:55CNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/5$3,992

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 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from San Francisco to Cairns in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 12/822:00SFO - CNS
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/812:45CNS - SFO
2 stops41h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/5$1,941
Tue 3/1222:35SFO - CNS
2 stops54h 15mFiji Airways
Tue 17/1206:00CNS - SFO
2 stops24h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,991
Mon 12/822:00SFO - CNS
2 stops28h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 21/820:30CNS - SFO
3 stops38h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/5$2,082
Tue 3/1220:20SFO - CNS
1 stop23h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 17/1212:30CNS - SFO
1 stop21h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$2,270
Tue 3/1217:30SFO - CNS
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 17/1212:30CNS - SFO
1 stop21h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$2,276
Mon 12/818:10SFO - CNS
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 21/818:55CNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$2,377
Tue 3/1219:45SFO - CNS
2 stops30h 05mAir New Zealand
Tue 17/1206:00CNS - SFO
3 stops29h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/5$2,429
Tue 3/1215:00SFO - CNS
3 stops37h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 17/1206:00CNS - SFO
3 stops29h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/5$2,612
Mon 2/1200:20SFO - CNS
2 stops39h 55mANA
Tue 17/1210:55CNS - SFO
2 stops46h 25mANA
Deal found 3/5$2,659

One-way flights to Cairns from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco to Cairns. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
Wed 19/607:50SFO - CNS
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$876
Wed 19/608:55SFO - CNS
3 stops44h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,058
Thu 8/811:30SFO - CNS
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,989
Wed 19/623:25SFO - CNS
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/5$2,054
Thu 8/811:30SFO - CNS
3 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$2,223
Tue 18/600:50SFO - CNS
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$2,283
Sun 4/807:55SFO - CNS
3 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$2,594
Wed 7/822:50SFO - CNS
3 stops48h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$2,626
Thu 1/800:50SFO - CNS
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$2,640

Find flights from San Francisco to Cairns within your budget

Customise 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 542,917 searches. Data last updated 4 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,941 - $4,266

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

2 stops31h 35m

Cairns

Wed 21/8

2 stops41h 05m

$1,941

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

2 stops31h 35m

Cairns

Wed 21/8

2 stops33h 20m

$1,950

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 21/8

2 stops26h 25m

Cairns

Wed 11/9

1 stop39h 55m

$2,338

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 21/8

1 stop36h 30m

Cairns

Wed 11/9

1 stop43h 00m

$2,365

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 20/8

2 stops42h 55m

Cairns

Wed 11/9

2 stops45h 15m

$2,643

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

1 stop23h 55m

Cairns

Wed 21/8

1 stop17h 25m

$2,788

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 20/8

2 stops38h 35m

Cairns

Wed 11/9

3 stops38h 04m

$3,047

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 11/8

2 stops40h 40m

Cairns

Wed 21/8

2 stops45h 45m

$3,188

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 21/8

3 stops50h 35m

Cairns

Wed 11/9

3 stops65h 15m

$4,266

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

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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 $2,038 while a return flight costs $2,725. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cairns (average of $188). Flying from San Francisco to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $279). 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.

January

$285

February

$288

March

$288

April

$302

May

$303

June

$423

July

$379

August

$323

September

$338

October

$297

November

$300

December

$302

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

21 - 27 °C

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 4 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines from San Francisco to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very Good
936 reviews

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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
936 reviews
8.5
Very Good
936 reviews

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,486 reviews
8.5
Very Good
936 reviews

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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
640 reviews
8.5
Very Good
936 reviews

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,466 reviews
8.5
Very Good
936 reviews

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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

8.1
Very Good
4,023 reviews
8.5
Very Good
936 reviews

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

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 $2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Cairns for under $2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $1,941, but on average you can expect to pay $2,597.

  • 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 $1,941 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines, starting at $2,338 and $2,365 round-trip. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Cairns one-way?

    $2,054 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $3,237 and $3,790, respectively.

  • What does SFO to CNS mean?

    San Francisco Airport is SFO and Cairns Airport is CNS. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Cairns?

    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.

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

    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 3/5.

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