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Cheap flights from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef from $326

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — CNS
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 July 2026.

Sat 19/906:30
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop30h 15m
Air New Zealand
Sun 27/910:55
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop7h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/7$867
Wed 2/915:00
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/919:10
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7$874
Sat 19/915:55
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/907:00
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$875
Fri 4/915:00
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/919:15
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7$898
Tue 6/1018:45
WLG
-
CNS
2 stops25h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 15/1010:55
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop18h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/7$924
Sun 25/1016:10
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop19h 55m
Jetstar
Sun 1/1109:45
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops18h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/7$927
Tue 6/1019:40
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop18h 00m
Jetstar
Thu 15/1007:00
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop9h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/7$950
Mon 26/1015:55
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/1109:45
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$974
Sat 5/915:55
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/915:35
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$977
Wed 9/915:55
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/916:55
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$988

Find flight deals from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wellington to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$867

One-way from

$326

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,077
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 19/9-27/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Wellington to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 25m total
  • Wellington to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($460 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 2/9

15:00-09:05

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Wed 9/9

19:10-16:40

2 stops19h 30m

$874

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sun 25/10

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Sun 1/11

09:45-07:05

2 stops18h 20m

$927

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Mon 26/10

16:30-08:35

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Sun 1/11

09:45-07:05

2 stops18h 20m

$974

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sat 5/9

15:55-09:00

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Sat 12/9

15:35-08:35

2 stops15h 00m

$977

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sat 19/9

09:05-22:25

2 stops15h 20m

Cairns

Sun 27/9

07:00-07:35

1 stop21h 35m

$977

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 9/9

15:55-21:00

1 stop31h 05m

Cairns

Wed 16/9

16:55-07:35

2 stops12h 40m

$988
Fastest return journey

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Fri 4/9

06:05-18:25

1 stop14h 20m

Cairns

Fri 11/9

06:45-23:55

1 stop15h 10m

$1,029

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Thu 27/8

08:15-10:40

1 stop28h 25m

Cairns

Mon 31/8

06:00-22:20

2 stops14h 20m

$1,045

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Tue 18/8

06:05-22:25

1 stop18h 20m

Cairns

Mon 24/8

06:45-23:55

1 stop15h 10m

$1,046

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 9/9

18:55-10:45

1 stop17h 50m

Cairns

Wed 16/9

17:40-14:45

1 stop19h 05m

$1,057

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Deals found on 22/7

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Great Barrier Reef from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef (average of $946). Flying from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,357). 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.

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 24 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
557 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef. 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 from for flights from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef?

    If you book a flight to Great Barrier Reef from Wellington, you will be flying from Wellington, which is the city’s only airport. Wellington (WLG) is located 5.3 km from the centre of Wellington.

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

    Jetstar can get you from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef in just under 19h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef is about 3880 km.

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef (average of $946). Flying from Wellington to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,357). 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 Wellington to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$604Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$740Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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