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$362+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Cairns (CNS)

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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CNS
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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dom. 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) 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 enero 21, 2025.

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$1,032
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$400
(Kiwi.com)

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March

Average price

$1,585
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/110:45 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 40mFiji Airways
sáb. 5/3112:25 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop18h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/19$720
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/110:45 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/316:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$838
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/1510:05 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops29h 45mAir New Zealand
mar. 7/16:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/20$1,450
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
dom. 6/1511:40 amSFO - CNS
2 stops32h 30mAir Canada
dom. 7/66:00 amCNS - SFO
2 stops21h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$1,578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/1811:20 pmSFO - CNS
1 stop27h 25mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/26:00 amCNS - SFO
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,587
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
lun. 4/2111:30 amSFO - CNS
1 stop36h 30mSingapore Airlines
vie. 4/256:15 pmCNS - SFO
1 stop32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,626
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/164:25 pmSFO - CNS
2 stops29h 15mQantas Airways
vie. 7/46:55 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops31h 04mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,630
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/612:20 amSFO - CNS
2 stops44h 35mANA
sáb. 11/223:45 pmCNS - SFO
2 stops41h 35mANA
Deal found 1/19$1,988

Find flights from Salinas to Cairns within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

jue. 5/1

10:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

sáb. 5/31

12:25 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$720

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

jue. 5/1

10:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

sáb. 5/31

6:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$838

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

dom. 6/15

10:05 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Cairns

mar. 7/1

6:00 am-12:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$1,450

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

dom. 6/15

11:40 am-1:10 pm

2 stops32h 30m

Cairns

dom. 7/6

6:00 am-10:33 am

2 stops21h 33m

$1,578

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

mié. 6/18

11:20 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Cairns

dom. 7/6

6:00 am-6:25 am

1 stop17h 25m

$1,587

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

lun. 4/21

11:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Cairns

vie. 4/25

6:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,626

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

lun. 6/16

4:25 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Cairns

vie. 7/4

6:55 pm-8:59 am

2 stops31h 04m

$1,630

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

lun. 2/17

12:20 am-10:10 am

2 stops39h 50m

Cairns

mar. 2/25

3:45 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops41h 35m

$2,713

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

jue. 6/19

10:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 40m

$362

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

mar. 3/25

7:50 pm-8:35 am

2 stops43h 45m

$400

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Cairns?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Cairns (average of $1,068). Flying from Salinas to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). 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.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 0.8 - 16.9 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 16.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 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 enero 21, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
188 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
483 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from Salinas, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 2.8 mi from the center of Cairns. There are 0 flights from Salinas to Cairns per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $589. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to Cairns for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Cairns (average of $1,068). Flying from Salinas to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Salinas to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,255Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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