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

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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.

Does Cairns have car hire?

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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Deal found 28/10R28 400

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Deal found 28/10R36 352

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Mon 29/1218:35CNS - JNB

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Deal found 28/10R23 155

Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2025

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Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	R14 380

Cathay Pacific
5/3-9/3
4 total stops
88h 20m total
Johannesburg to Cairns

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JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

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11:00-10:45

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

14:50-7:25

2 stops48h 35m

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

17:30-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

R19 316

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

13:40-17:20

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

18:35-6:10

1 stop19h 35m

R20 361

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

19:55-17:20

1 stop37h 25m

Cairns

Mon 29/12

18:35-6:10

1 stop19h 35m

R23 155

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

22:20-10:45

2 stops28h 25m

Cairns

Mon 29/12

11:35-5:35

2 stops50h 00m

R28 400

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

19:55-17:20

1 stop37h 25m

Cairns

Mon 29/12

23:55-8:40

2 stops40h 45m

R36 352

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How long is the flight to Great Barrier Reef?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef takes 37 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Great Barrier Reef from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef are Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways.

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The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef are Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways.

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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways to Australia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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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

1 388 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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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.

Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

1 043 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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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

925 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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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.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 659 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 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.

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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.
Does Cairns have car hire?
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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Reviews of airlines servicing Great Barrier Reef

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