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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Cairns (SJC-CNS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Cairns

Sun, Mar 21 - Sun, Apr 4
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5:15 pm - 2:55 pmSJC  San Jose-CNS Cairns
28h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane
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6:00 am - 4:15 pmCNS  Cairns-SJC San Jose
27h 15m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles
$2,122Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:41 pm - 11:55 amSJC  San Jose-CNS Cairns
28h 14m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
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12:35 pm - 2:00 pmCNS  Cairns-SJC San Jose
67h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,527Qantas Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 5
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7:00 am - 11:55 amSJC  San Jose-CNS Cairns
35h 55m2 stops Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
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12:35 pm - 7:59 pmCNS  Cairns-SJC San Jose
25h 24m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Honolulu
$2,568Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 21 - Sun, Apr 4
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5:15 pm - 2:55 pmSJC  San Jose-CNS Cairns
28h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane
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6:00 am - 6:45 pmCNS  Cairns-SJC San Jose
29h 45m3 stops Brisbane Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$2,962Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2
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5:15 pm - 10:30 amSJC  San Jose-CNS Cairns
23h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane
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12:35 pm - 10:23 amCNS  Cairns-SJC San Jose
39h 48m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles
$20,480Multiple Airlines
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What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Cairns?

Qantas Airways ($2,527) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Jose to Cairns in the last 5 days.

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Your San Jose to Cairns flight questions, answered

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  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Cairns?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose to Cairns changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,122 to $20,480. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    Cairns Airport (CNS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Simba Car Hire
    • Ace Rental Cars
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Cairns?

    Flights from San Jose to Cairns usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

  • What is the time difference between San Jose and Cairns?

    Cairns is 17 hours ahead of San Jose (Eastern Australia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairns?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairns are Cairns Convention Centre and Reef Hotel Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Cairns on KAYAK.

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