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Cheap flights from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area from $870

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — SFO
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 20 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Wed 18/1211:25CNS - SFO
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/1207:10SFO - CNS
2 stops55h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,668
Sat 14/1217:30CNS - SFO
1 stop40h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 8/106:45SFO - CNS
2 stops40h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$3,875
Wed 18/1218:35CNS - SFO
1 stop31h 15mSingapore Airlines
Wed 25/1209:40SFO - CNS
1 stop37h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/11$4,404
Sat 14/1217:35CNS - SFO
1 stop31h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/120:10SFO - CNS
1 stop26h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11$4,725

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CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 15/4

12:25-13:50

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

22:45-19:45

2 stops28h 00m

$1,400

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 14/12

17:30-15:45

1 stop40h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 8/1

06:45-16:50

2 stops40h 05m

$3,875

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 18/12

18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 25/12

09:40-17:20

1 stop37h 40m

$4,404

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 14/12

17:35-06:55

1 stop31h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 8/1

20:10-16:45

1 stop26h 35m

$4,725

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 4/1

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

14:59-14:55

2 stops53h 56m

$5,626

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 15/4

12:25-13:50

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

22:45-11:25

1 stop19h 40m

$8,910

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 15/4

13:35-20:15

3 stops47h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 21/4

00:35-13:55

3 stops44h 20m

$10,358

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 17/1

06:40-19:45

2 stops31h 05m

$870

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Mon 20/1

18:35-07:50

1 stop31h 15m

$1,171

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 15/1

06:00-06:50

1 stop18h 50m

$1,348

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Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
201 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very Good
531 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
820 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For a flight from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying from Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,171. United Airlines flights start at $1,348 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $1,646 one-way.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $879). Flying from Cairns to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,167). 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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