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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef from $171

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — CNS
1 Feb — 8 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef

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Best flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 2 January 2026.

Wed 28/107:25ADL - CNS
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Sat 31/110:30CNS - ADL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 31/12$351
Fri 23/112:45ADL - TSV
1 stop9h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 26/114:15TSV - ADL
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/1$503
Fri 16/114:45ADL - TSV
2 stops7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/120:10TSV - ADL
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12$620
Sat 14/207:25ADL - CNS
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Sat 21/210:30CNS - ADL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$357
Wed 14/107:25ADL - CNS
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Tue 20/107:50CNS - ADL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 1/1$388
Thu 29/107:25ADL - CNS
Nonstop2h 50mJetstar
Mon 2/209:45CNS - ADL
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 31/12$404
Sat 28/206:00ADL - HTI
1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 4/312:40HTI - ADL
1 stop9h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/1$511
Fri 16/106:10ADL - HTI
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 20/114:50HTI - ADL
1 stop5h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/1$518
Thu 21/509:15ADL - CNS
1 stop8h 40mJetstar
Sun 24/507:30CNS - ADL
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 2/1$433
Sun 17/510:55ADL - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sat 30/521:40CNS - ADL
1 stop10h 45mJetstar
Deal found 2/1$436
Fri 30/106:10ADL - TSV
1 stop10h 50mVirgin Australia
Sat 31/106:05TSV - ADL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/1$536
Tue 7/421:20ADL - TSV
1 stop10h 30mVirgin Australia
Sat 11/414:35TSV - ADL
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/1$541
Fri 16/119:45ADL - TSV
1 stop13h 05mJetstar
Tue 20/120:10TSV - ADL
1 stop25h 00mJetstar
Deal found 31/12$487
Fri 30/106:00ADL - HTI
1 stop8h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 1/212:40HTI - ADL
1 stop9h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 31/12$544
Mon 19/119:30ADL - TSV
1 stop24h 25mJetstar
Sat 31/109:45TSV - ADL
2 stops11h 25mJetstar
Deal found 2/1$548
Fri 16/120:25ADL - HTI
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/114:35HTI - ADL
3 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$3,249

Find flight deals from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 2 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$349

One-way from

$171

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$416
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/2-21/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($74 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Fly from

Adelaide

Fly to

Great Barrier Reef

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Wed 28/1

07:25-09:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

10:30-14:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$351

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Sat 14/2

07:25-09:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Cairns

Sat 21/2

10:30-14:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$357

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Wed 14/1

07:25-09:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Cairns

Tue 20/1

07:50-11:30

Nonstop3h 10m

$388

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Thu 29/1

07:25-09:45

Nonstop2h 50m

Cairns

Mon 2/2

09:45-21:40

1 stop11h 25m

$404

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Thu 21/5

09:15-18:25

1 stop8h 40m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

07:30-10:15

Nonstop3h 15m

$433

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Sun 17/5

10:55-14:25

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Sat 30/5

21:40-07:55

1 stop10h 45m

$436

AdelaideTownsville

ADL - TSV

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Fri 16/1

19:45-08:20

1 stop13h 05m

Townsville

Tue 20/1

20:10-21:40

1 stop25h 00m

$487

AdelaideTownsville

ADL - TSV

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Fri 23/1

12:45-21:45

1 stop9h 30m

Townsville

Mon 26/1

14:15-22:30

1 stop7h 45m

$503

AdelaideHamilton Island

ADL - HTI

ADLHTI

Adelaide

Sat 28/2

06:00-14:10

1 stop8h 40m

Hamilton Island

Wed 4/3

12:40-22:30

1 stop9h 20m

$511

AdelaideHamilton Island

ADL - HTI

ADLHTI

Adelaide

Fri 16/1

06:10-12:00

1 stop6h 20m

Hamilton Island

Tue 20/1

14:50-21:10

1 stop5h 50m

$518

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Deals found on 31/12

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef (average of $171). Flying from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ADL to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 January 2026.

When flying from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 2 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef, such as Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
961 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
496 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
432 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leanne,Dec 2025

MEL - LST

The crew were very welcoming and the landing was excellent

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    Located just 6.6 km from the city centre, Adelaide (ADL) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Great Barrier Reef from Adelaide.

  • How popular is this Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef flight route?

    Flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef have been viewed 2,709 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    There are many flights that can get you from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef in 2h 50m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. There are 2131 km between Adelaide and Great Barrier Reef. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef one-way?

    $158 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $182 and $276, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    Most travellers choose Adelaide - Cairns, Adelaide - Townsville or Adelaide - Hamilton Island when deciding on the best route from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef consider choosing Qantas Airways(100%), Emirates(100%) or IndiGo(100%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    While on average a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef is generally $381, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $173. When looking at the most popular route, (Adelaide - Cairns), you can expect to pay $351 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef (average of $171). Flying from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$228Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$281Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$637Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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