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R16 547+ Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef

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— CNS
Dec 20 — Dec 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Thu 5/311:00JNB - CNS
2 stops63h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/314:50CNS - JNB
2 stops48h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/11R16 547
Thu 5/313:40JNB - CNS
1 stop19h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 9/318:35CNS - JNB
1 stop32h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/11R20 310
Thu 5/317:30JNB - CNS
1 stop36h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 9/317:35CNS - JNB
2 stops53h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11R23 042

Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2025

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R16 547

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R17 973
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 5/3-9/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 112h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairns
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

11:00-10:45

2 stops63h 45m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

14:50-7:25

2 stops48h 35m

R16 547

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

13:40-17:20

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

18:35-18:35

1 stop32h 00m

R20 310

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

17:30-13:50

1 stop36h 20m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

R23 042

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Deals found on 18/11

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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 63 hours 45 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 R14 933
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 462
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R19 308
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From R14 645

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

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

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 November 2025.
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
1 407 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 061 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
942 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

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.

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. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0,0 km away from Cairns).

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