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Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef from $89

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/6. 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
2 May — 9 May1
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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 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$430

Return from

$252

One-way from

$89
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Great Barrier Reef

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Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Great Barrier Reef in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Great Barrier Reef in April and May 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Sun 26/512:00SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Sun 2/615:05HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$219
Sun 19/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 22/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$254
Mon 20/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Fri 24/510:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$260
Thu 30/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 2/618:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$266
Mon 20/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/517:30TSV - SYD
1 stop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$289
Fri 17/515:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 21/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$292
Wed 8/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 12/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$305
Sat 18/506:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 21/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$308
Sun 26/506:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 30/509:45CNS - SYD
1 stop6h 10mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$309

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 596,426 searches and data were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Great Barrier Reef in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 29/812:00SYD - HVB
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Mon 2/914:25HVB - SYD
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$211
Sun 26/512:00SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Sun 2/615:05HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$219
Thu 29/812:00SYD - HVB
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Sun 1/914:25HVB - SYD
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$243
Thu 22/812:00SYD - HVB
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Mon 26/814:25HVB - SYD
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$248
Sun 19/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 22/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$254
Wed 21/819:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/906:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$256
Wed 26/606:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 30/618:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$257
Mon 20/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Fri 24/510:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$260
Thu 22/815:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/906:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$265

Flights to Great Barrier Reef departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Great Barrier Reef, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights leaving last minute to Great Barrier Reef. It's recommended that you verify the details of your last-minute flight before booking.
Fri 3/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 7/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$315
Fri 3/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/519:15CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$341
Wed 1/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/519:15CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$346
Sun 5/515:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Fri 10/509:20CNS - SYD
1 stop13h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$363
Fri 3/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 10/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$373
Sun 5/515:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/519:15CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4$378
Wed 1/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/509:20CNS - SYD
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$381
Fri 3/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/509:20CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$384
Fri 3/516:00SYD - CNS
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$399

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 596,426 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Great Barrier Reef. Users can also find round-trip Great Barrier Reef flights by using the search form above.
Mon 10/612:00SYD - HVB
Nonstop1h 45mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$89
Sun 19/512:00SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$110
Wed 29/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$113
Sun 19/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$127
Wed 1/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$129
Fri 19/706:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$135
Wed 5/606:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Deal found 27/4$136
Sun 26/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$136
Mon 27/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$142

Direct flights to Great Barrier Reef

Sun 26/512:00SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Sun 2/615:05HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$219
Sun 19/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 22/518:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$254
Wed 21/819:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/906:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$256
Wed 26/606:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 30/618:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$257
Mon 20/506:50SYD - TSV
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Fri 24/510:20TSV - SYD
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$260
Thu 22/815:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/906:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$265
Thu 30/519:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 2/618:55CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$266
Tue 20/810:30SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 4/906:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$268
Sat 24/819:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/906:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/4$269

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 $124 while a return flight costs $288. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Great Barrier Reef (average of $188). Flying to Great Barrier Reef in June will prove the most costly (average of $280). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$288

February

$289

March

$292

April

$318

May

$315

June

$428

July

$383

August

$326

September

$340

October

$300

November

$301

December

$305

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 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights to Great Barrier Reef is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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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 27 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways to Great Barrier Reef have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.8
Good
674 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.7
Good
998 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

6.8
Okay
670 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

  • How long is the flight to Great Barrier Reef airport, Hamilton Island?

    Flight times from Sydney Airport to Hamilton Island will last about 2h 35m. If flying from Melbourne Airport, your flight times will vary quite a bit. The quickest one-stop flight departing from Melbourne takes 3h 10m. However, there are only a few nonstop flights from this airport. Most require one, two or three stops. If flying out of Brisbane Airport, the flight will take less than 2h. The shortest flight from Perth Airport is 9h 35m, while the quickest flight from Adelaide will take 5h 30m.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Hamilton Island and the Great Barrier Reef airport from?

    Direct Hamilton Island flight deals are possible from Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne aboard Virginia Australia, Qantas, and Jetstar. There are no direct flights from Perth or Adelaide to Hamilton Island. However, Virgin Australia, Qantas, and Jetstar all offer one-stop flights. When flying out of Adelaide, the layover is in Brisbane from 40m to 3h 40m. The most convenient flights from Perth Airport require a layover in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne. The layover might last from 50m to 2h 55m.

  • How do you get from Great Barrier Reef Airport to the city centre?

    The Green Barrier Reef Airport is about a 5-minute drive from the centre of Hamilton Island. To get to the heart of town, there is a taxi service called the Resort Link. It operates all day and into the late-night hours. It provides transportation from the airport to hotels, resorts, the marina, and other tourist attractions around the island. If lodging at Reef View Hotel, Whitsunday Holiday Apartments or the Beach Club, you can enjoy complimentary transportation to and from the airport.

  • What are some things to do on Hamilton Island?

    Surrounded by beaches, Hamilton Island is a great vacation spot for water sports like kayaking, windsurfing, snorkeling, diving, and fishing. Outdoor activities like golfing, ATV riding, hiking, and sailing are also popular. Its largest beach, Catseye Beach, has lots of white sand and turquoise waters where tourists like to sunbathe or swim. You can also take a helicopter ride to get a look at the Heart Reef (corals in the shape of a heart). A few of the other well-known sights around the island include the WILDLIFE Park (with koala bears, kangaroos, and lizards), All Saints Church and the Big Chair. Hamilton Island is the busiest of the Whitsunday Islands off of the coastline of Australia.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Great Barrier Reef airport, Hamilton Island?

    Hamilton Island is a small island in Australia. If flying here from a country other than Australia or New Zealand, a passport or visa is required. European tourists desiring a short visit can take advantage of its free eVisitor visa program. Applications should be made to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection.

  • 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, Rex 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.

  • How much is a return flight to Great Barrier Reef?

    A return flight to Great Barrier Reef will typically cost around $934, however they can be found for as little as $78.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Great Barrier Reef depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Great Barrier Reef, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 50 minutes).

  • 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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