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Cheap flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef from $318

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
19 Jun — 26 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 May 2026.

Tue 2/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 9/607:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/5$691
Tue 11/820:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 25/807:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/5$720
Tue 9/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 16/607:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/5$732
Tue 18/820:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 25/807:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/5$734
Thu 27/820:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 6/907:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/5$765
Thu 18/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 25/606:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/5$766
Wed 3/617:25
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Tue 9/607:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/5$772
Tue 2/618:30
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop18h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 5/615:35
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/5$775
Tue 16/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 30/619:25
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop17h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/5$778
Tue 23/617:25
AKL
-
TSV
1 stop16h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 7/721:30
TSV
-
AKL
1 stop16h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/5$946
Tue 16/617:25
AKL
-
TSV
1 stop16h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 28/621:30
TSV
-
AKL
1 stop16h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/5$953
Sun 14/617:25
AKL
-
TSV
1 stop16h 50m
Jetstar
Fri 19/615:10
TSV
-
AKL
1 stop11h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/5$956

Find flight deals from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$691

One-way from

$318

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$802
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/6-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 35m total
  • Auckland to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 45m total
  • Auckland to Great Barrier Reef
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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

Cairns

Tue 9/6

07:00-17:50

1 stop8h 50m

$691

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/8

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

Cairns

Tue 25/8

07:00-17:50

1 stop8h 50m

$720

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

Cairns

Tue 16/6

07:00-20:20

1 stop11h 20m

$732

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/6

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

Cairns

Thu 25/6

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

$766

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/8

17:25-08:30

1 stop17h 05m

Cairns

Tue 11/8

06:00-16:25

1 stop8h 25m

$811

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

17:25-08:30

1 stop17h 05m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

06:00-16:45

1 stop8h 45m

$830

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 21/6

17:25-08:30

1 stop17h 05m

Cairns

Sun 28/6

07:00-20:20

1 stop11h 20m

$861
Fastest return journey

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/8

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Tue 25/8

07:00-17:50

1 stop8h 50m

$891

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Tue 9/6

07:00-17:50

1 stop8h 50m

$932

AucklandTownsville

AKL - TSV

AKLTSV

Auckland Intl

Tue 23/6

17:25-08:15

1 stop16h 50m

Townsville

Tue 7/7

21:30-16:10

1 stop16h 40m

$946

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef (average of $270). Flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef in April is currently the most expensive (average of $773). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 May 2026.

When flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef, you should look to book at least 9 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Great Barrier Reef

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Great Barrier Reef. 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 Great Barrier Reef. Reviews last updated 20 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
647 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
541 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef. It is only a 17.9 km journey to Auckland Intl (AKL) from Auckland’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Great Barrier Reef flight route?

    Flights from Auckland Intl to Great Barrier Reef have been viewed 210 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    For as low as $1,073, Jetstar can have you in Great Barrier Reef from Auckland in 12h 45m. Auckland and Great Barrier Reef are separated by a distance of 3359 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef one-way?

    $278 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $359 and $388, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    Consider Virgin Australia (100%), Air New Zealand (100%) or Singapore Airlines (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    The cheapest flight price from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef is $427. On average you can expect to pay $772. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Cairns), can usually be booked for $720.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Great Barrier Reef flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef 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 Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef (average of $270). Flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef in April is currently the most expensive (average of $773). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$525Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$580Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$817Average$1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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