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Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef from R19 506

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — CNS
May 19 — May 261
1 adult
Sun 19/5
Sun 26/5

Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2024

Find the latest flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches and data was last updated on 14 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R21 123

Return from

R22 280

One-way from

R40 905
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Johannesburg to Cairns
One-way flight from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Great Barrier Reef in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches and data were last updated on 14 May 2024.
Wed 6/1117:20JNB - CNS
1 stop30h 40mQantas Airways
Sun 10/116:40CNS - JNB
1 stop40h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5R19 506
Wed 6/1117:20JNB - CNS
1 stop30h 40mQantas Airways
Sun 10/116:40CNS - JNB
1 stop40h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/5R22 280
Wed 6/1117:20JNB - CNS
2 stops18h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 10/116:40CNS - JNB
1 stop40h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/5R24 172
Wed 6/117:30JNB - CNS
2 stops41h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 10/1116:50CNS - JNB
2 stops30h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/5R24 411
Wed 6/1117:20JNB - CNS
1 stop19h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 10/1120:30CNS - JNB
2 stops26h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5R24 429
Wed 6/1122:20JNB - CNS
2 stops35h 40mEmirates
Sun 10/1112:50CNS - JNB
3 stops54h 05mEmirates
Deal found 13/5R29 755

One-way flights to Great Barrier Reef

Explore one-way flight options to Great Barrier Reef for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 603 617 searches and data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
Sat 20/713:45JNB - CNS
3 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R40 905
Sat 20/713:35JNB - CNS
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R61 660
Sat 20/713:45JNB - CNS
1 stop19h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/5R62 523
Fri 19/73:10JNB - CNS
3 stops56h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R67 960

Average price of flights to Great Barrier Reef by month

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Great Barrier Reef is currently R58 262 while a return flight costs R23 621. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Great Barrier Reef by month

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

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Great Barrier Reef?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Great Barrier Reef. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Great Barrier Reef, you should look to book at least 53 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.
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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 14 May 2024.
8,3
Very Good
1 455 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8,3
Very Good
1 455 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 455 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7,7
Good
4 410 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 455 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7,7
Good
971 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 455 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

  • 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, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Great Barrier Reef?

    null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Great Barrier Reef. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

  • Does Cairns Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Cairns Airport?

    Yes. Cairns Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns Airport (0,0 km away from Cairns Airport).

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