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R21 083+ Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef

— CNS
Oct 1 — Oct 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2026

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Tue 13/1011:10 -
2 stops43h 50m
Tue 20/1015:45 -
2 stops48h 10m
Deal found 29/8R22 567
Tue 13/1022:30 -
2 stops28h 05m
Tue 20/1018:10 -
1 stop30h 15m
Deal found 29/8R24 455

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December

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November

Average price

R24 325
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 11/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairns
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

13:40-17:15

1 stop19h 35m

Cairns

Mon 15/2

18:20-6:10

1 stop19h 50m

R21 083

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

11:10-15:00

2 stops43h 50m

Cairns

Tue 20/10

15:45-7:55

2 stops48h 10m

R22 567

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

20:20-11:05

2 stops54h 45m

Cairns

Mon 15/2

11:45-8:40

2 stops52h 55m

R23 245

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

22:30-10:35

2 stops28h 05m

Cairns

Tue 20/10

18:10-16:25

1 stop30h 15m

R24 455

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

How long is the flight to Great Barrier Reef?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef takes 19 hours 35 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.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From R16 257
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R13 806
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R18 745

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef are Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Qatar 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,Qantas Airways, andQatar 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
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 088 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 722 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

FAQs about flying to Great Barrier Reef

  • 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. Spacious 7-Bedroom Queenslander Retreat | Privacy, Comfort & Bushland Serenity is the closest property to Cairns (0,0 km away from Cairns).

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