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R21 910+ Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 20 May 2026.

Sat 3/1020:25
JNB
-
CNS
1 stop36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 16/1018:15
CNS
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/5R21 910
Wed 11/1117:30
JNB
-
CNS
1 stop30h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 15/1112:05
CNS
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/5R22 460
Sat 3/1020:55
JNB
-
CNS
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/109:10
CNS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R22 809
Wed 11/1113:45
JNB
-
CNS
2 stops50h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1111:45
CNS
-
JNB
2 stops35h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R23 876
Wed 10/619:50
JNB
-
CNS
2 stops54h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/610:30
CNS
-
JNB
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R24 109
Wed 10/618:45
JNB
-
CNS
1 stop34h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 24/619:10
CNS
-
JNB
1 stop29h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/5R25 042

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R21 910

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December

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October

Average price

R16 312
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/10-16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairns
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

17:30-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

12:05-15:00

1 stop34h 55m

R22 460

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

13:45-23:55

2 stops50h 10m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R23 876

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

18:45-12:55

1 stop34h 10m

Cairns

Wed 24/6

19:10-16:25

1 stop29h 15m

R25 042
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

20:25-14:55

2 stops34h 30m

Cairns

Fri 16/10

18:15-6:10

1 stop19h 55m

R25 059

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-9:45

3 stops37h 05m

Cairns

Wed 24/6

10:30-8:55

2 stops30h 25m

R92 437

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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 30 hours 50 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 791
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R13 692
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R18 722

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

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

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 20 May 2026.
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
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 519 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 519 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 037 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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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