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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef from $176

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
29 Dec — 5 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 November 2025.

Wed 3/1208:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Sun 7/1207:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/11$748
Fri 26/1208:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/106:00CNS - CHC
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11$875
Fri 28/1119:30AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1207:15CNS - AKL
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$966
Wed 31/1214:50AKL - CNS
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/114:25CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,085
Wed 3/1206:20CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 7/1207:45CNS - CHC
1 stop13h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$1,254
Mon 1/1208:05AKL - CNS
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1206:00CNS - AKL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11$1,312
Mon 1/1220:55AKL - CNS
2 stops20h 10mQantas Airways
Wed 17/1209:20CNS - AKL
2 stops19h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/11$1,822
Fri 28/1115:50AKL - CNS
2 stops49h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1206:00CNS - AKL
2 stops48h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/11$22,728

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$613

One-way from

$176

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$933
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/2-21/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 29 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Great Barrier Reef

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Return

Price

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Sat 21/2

09:45-00:05

1 stop11h 20m

$613

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Sat 7/3

09:45-00:05

1 stop11h 20m

$681

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/1

08:05-17:15

1 stop12h 10m

Cairns

Wed 28/1

14:25-05:05

1 stop11h 40m

$725

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/2

19:30-09:20

1 stop16h 50m

Cairns

Sat 7/3

12:05-05:05

1 stop14h 00m

$748

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

07:15-20:50

1 stop16h 35m

Cairns

Fri 30/1

09:45-00:15

1 stop11h 30m

$753

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/1

08:05-17:15

1 stop12h 10m

Cairns

Fri 30/1

09:45-00:15

1 stop11h 30m

$760

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/2

08:05-17:15

1 stop12h 10m

Cairns

Wed 15/4

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

$762

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Sat 7/3

17:35-16:25

2 stops19h 50m

$779

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/2

16:40-09:05

1 stop19h 25m

Cairns

Wed 15/4

11:50-05:05

1 stop15h 15m

$800

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/1

07:15-09:05

1 stop28h 50m

Cairns

Tue 20/1

07:15-10:20

1 stop24h 05m

$816

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef (average of $246). Flying from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef in March is currently the most expensive (average of $611). 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 NZ to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 29 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef. Price data was last updated on 25 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 29 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,424 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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

    This flight path from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef was viewed by 287 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand can get you from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef in just under 5h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 05m. There are 3883 km between New Zealand and Great Barrier Reef. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef (average of $246). Flying from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef in March is currently the most expensive (average of $611). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$408Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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