What is the cheapest month to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Great Barrier Reef is currently July ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Can I find cheaper flights to Great Barrier Reef if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Great Barrier Reef on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef.

How much is a return flight to Great Barrier Reef?

A return flight to Great Barrier Reef will typically cost around $178, however they can be found for as little as $142.

Where does the fastest flight to Great Barrier Reef depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Great Barrier Reef, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 35 minutes).

Does Cairns have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Cairns?

Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 km away from Cairns).

$273+ Flights to Great Barrier Reef

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Return from	$666
One-way from	$273
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$952

Jetstar
16/8-23/8
2 total stops
29h 30m total
Auckland to Cairns

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26/7
1 total stop
16h 15m total
Auckland to Great Barrier Reef

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Sat 16/806:15AKL - CNS

1 stop18h 35mJetstar

Sat 23/815:35CNS - AKL

1 stop10h 55mJetstar

Deal found 2/7$666

Sun 17/806:15AKL - TSV

1 stop29h 15mJetstar

Sun 24/808:45TSV - AKL

1 stop18h 00mJetstar

Deal found 2/7$759

Tue 18/1106:35AKL - CNS

1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 21/1117:20CNS - AKL

1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7$771

Sat 2/806:40AKL - TSV

1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/817:25TSV - AKL

1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7$797

Tue 19/807:10AKL - CNS

Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand

Tue 26/811:55CNS - AKL

Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/6$943

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Sat 16/806:15AKL - CNS

1 stop18h 35mJetstar

Sat 23/815:35CNS - AKL

1 stop10h 55mJetstar

Deal found 2/7$666

Tue 18/1106:35AKL - CNS

1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 21/1117:20CNS - AKL

1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7$771

Tue 19/807:10AKL - CNS

Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand

Tue 26/811:55CNS - AKL

Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/6$943

Fri 1/817:05AKL - TSV

1 stop17h 05mJetstar

Tue 5/821:20TSV - AKL

1 stop16h 30mJetstar

Deal found 1/7$781

Sat 2/806:40AKL - TSV

1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/817:25TSV - AKL

1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7$797

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Sat 12/707:00AKL - CNS

1 stop13h 45mJetstar

Tue 15/722:55CNS - AKL

1 stop8h 55mJetstar

Deal found 30/6$812

Sat 12/707:00AKL - CNS

1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 15/711:55CNS - AKL

Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6$1,374

Sat 12/706:15AKL - CNS

1 stop12h 25mQantas Airways

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1 stop7h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/7$1,376

Sat 12/707:10AKL - CNS

Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand

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Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/6$1,762

Sat 2/806:40AKL - TSV

1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/817:25TSV - AKL

1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/7$797

Tue 12/815:15AKL - CNS

1 stop9h 50mQantas Airways

Tue 19/821:30CNS - AKL

1 stop15h 35mQantas Airways

Deal found 1/7$1,035

Sat 16/806:15AKL - CNS

1 stop18h 35mJetstar

Sat 23/815:35CNS - AKL

1 stop10h 55mJetstar

Deal found 2/7$666

Sun 17/806:15AKL - TSV

1 stop29h 15mJetstar

Sun 24/808:45TSV - AKL

1 stop18h 00mJetstar

Deal found 2/7$759

Tue 19/807:10AKL - CNS

Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines

Tue 26/806:00CNS - AKL

1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6$841

Tue 19/807:10AKL - CNS

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Tue 26/811:55CNS - AKL

Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand

Deal found 30/6$943

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Sat 26/706:40AKL - CNS

1 stop16h 15mJetstar

Deal found 29/6$273

Sun 16/1106:45AKL - CNS

1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6$294

Sat 23/807:10AKL - CNS

Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand

Deal found 29/6$421

Sat 16/815:15AKL - CNS

1 stop9h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 2/7$470

Sat 15/1101:20AKL - CNS

1 stop19h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 30/6$8,235

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AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/8

06:15-22:50

1 stop18h 35m

Cairns

Sat 23/8

15:35-04:30

1 stop10h 55m

$666

AucklandTownsville

AKL - TSV

AKLTSV

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/8

06:15-09:30

1 stop29h 15m

Townsville

Sun 24/8

08:45-04:45

1 stop18h 00m

$759

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/11

06:35-20:55

1 stop17h 20m

Cairns

Fri 21/11

17:20-05:10

1 stop8h 50m

$771

AucklandTownsville

AKL - TSV

AKLTSV

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/8

06:40-20:45

1 stop16h 05m

Townsville

Sun 10/8

17:25-04:45

1 stop9h 20m

$797

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 19/8

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Tue 26/8

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$943

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/7

06:40-20:55

1 stop16h 15m

$273

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 16/11

06:45-23:05

1 stop19h 20m

$294

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/8

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

$421

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/8

15:15-23:05

1 stop9h 50m

$470

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/11

01:20-17:20

1 stop19h 00m

$8,235

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How long is the flight to Great Barrier Reef?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef takes 11 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Great Barrier Reef from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Great Barrier Reef should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef are Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Air New Zealand.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef are Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Great Barrier Reef by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Great Barrier Reef ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Great Barrier Reef when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Great Barrier Reef by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Great Barrier Reef, 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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Great Barrier Reef

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to Australia to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,320 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,320 reviews

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8.1

Very Good

1,320 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

486 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,320 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

870 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,320 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

455 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,320 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

FAQs about flying to Great Barrier Reef

Can I find cheaper flights to Great Barrier Reef if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Great Barrier Reef on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef.
How much is a return flight to Great Barrier Reef?
A return flight to Great Barrier Reef will typically cost around $178, however they can be found for as little as $142.
Where does the fastest flight to Great Barrier Reef depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Great Barrier Reef, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 35 minutes).
Does Cairns have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Cairns?
Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 km away from Cairns).

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Rainfall in Great Barrier Reef by month

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Temperature in Great Barrier Reef by month

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

Reviews of airlines servicing Great Barrier Reef

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways to Australia to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Great Barrier Reef

Can I find cheaper flights to Great Barrier Reef if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

How much is a return flight to Great Barrier Reef?

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