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Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to San Francisco (SFO) from $631

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 8/12. 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.
CNS — SFO
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 June 3, 2024.

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July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,228

Round-trip from

$268
High demand for flights, 38% potential price rise
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to San Francisco?

The best pricing can be found in the month of March. Prices to San Francisco from Cairns average $1,422. You can even find prices in March for less than $1,422, as users have found deals to San Francisco from as low as $1,004. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Francisco from Cairns. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 61%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to SFO?

When flying from Cairns to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cairns to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,824,458 searches. Data last updated June 3, 2024.
Sat 12/146:40 amCNS - SFO
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/88:30 amSFO - CNS
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$2,114
Sat 12/147:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops53h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/811:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop25h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/2$2,330
Sat 12/147:45 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop30h 45mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/811:05 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop25h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/2$2,358
Sat 12/1412:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/85:15 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$2,443
Sat 12/149:10 amCNS - SFO
3 stops25h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/85:15 pmSFO - CNS
3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$2,676

One-way flights to San Francisco from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to San Francisco. 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 2,824,458 searches. Data last updated June 3, 2024.
Mon 8/1210:15 amCNS - SFO
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$631
Mon 8/126:55 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,144
Mon 8/127:05 pmCNS - SFO
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,222

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cairns to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to San Francisco

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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

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Related info for your journey

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  • What does CNS to SFO mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to San Francisco 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 Cairns to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to San Francisco 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 Cairns to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to San Francisco.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco 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 Cairns to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to San Francisco 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 Cairns to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to San Francisco 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 Cairns to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/2.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Cairns to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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.

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