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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef from $175

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — CNS
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Thu 26/207:25
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 50m
Jetstar
Thu 5/310:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/2$358
Tue 3/307:25
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 8/310:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/2$359
Sat 28/207:25
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 50m
Jetstar
Sat 7/310:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/2$363
Tue 7/406:00
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 14/407:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/2$365
Sun 5/406:00
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Thu 9/407:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/2$369
Sun 19/706:00
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sun 6/907:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/2$371
Wed 8/406:00
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Wed 15/410:10
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/2$372
Sat 4/406:00
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sun 5/407:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/2$373
Sat 1/811:50
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/807:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$380
Sun 19/706:00
ADL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sun 30/807:30
CNS
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/2$382
Fri 27/306:00
ADL
-
HTI
1 stop8h 40m
Virgin Australia
Sun 29/310:30
HTI
-
ADL
1 stop8h 10m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 21/2$513
Fri 27/212:45
ADL
-
TSV
1 stop9h 30m
Virgin Australia
Fri 6/311:40
TSV
-
ADL
1 stop8h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 21/2$519

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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$359

One-way from

$175

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$346
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 31/3-5/4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 1/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($50 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Adelaide

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Great Barrier Reef

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Tue 14/4

06:00-09:30

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

10:10-12:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$427

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Sun 19/7

17:50-00:50

1 stop6h 30m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

10:10-12:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$474

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Fri 31/7

11:50-20:10

1 stop7h 50m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

16:10-19:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$491

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Wed 1/4

06:00-08:30

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Tue 7/4

10:10-12:55

Nonstop3h 15m

$498

AdelaideCairns

ADL - CNS

ADLCNS

Adelaide

Tue 17/3

19:45-08:20

1 stop13h 05m

Cairns

Tue 24/3

06:00-10:10

1 stop27h 40m

$522

AdelaideTownsville

ADL - TSV

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Fri 10/4

11:50-21:45

1 stop9h 25m

Townsville

Fri 17/4

14:35-20:30

1 stop6h 25m

$525

AdelaideTownsville

ADL - TSV

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Fri 29/5

11:50-21:45

1 stop9h 25m

Townsville

Sun 7/6

06:05-11:10

1 stop5h 35m

$526

AdelaideHamilton Island

ADL - HTI

ADLHTI

Adelaide

Sun 8/3

06:10-12:00

1 stop6h 20m

Hamilton Island

Thu 12/3

14:50-21:10

1 stop5h 50m

$535

AdelaideHamilton Island

ADL - HTI

ADLHTI

Adelaide

Sun 3/5

06:00-14:10

1 stop7h 40m

Hamilton Island

Thu 7/5

14:50-21:00

1 stop6h 40m

$543

AdelaideTownsville

ADL - TSV

ADLTSV

Adelaide

Tue 10/3

12:45-21:45

1 stop9h 30m

Townsville

Sat 14/3

06:05-11:55

1 stop5h 20m

$602

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef (average of $165). Flying from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 24 February 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.

Weekly flight availability from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef

Explore weekly flight availability from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 February 2026.

The most flights from ADL to zzYJV are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 24 February 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
445 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
997 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
525 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 2,357 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 3h. 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?

    $150 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 $171 and $263, respectively.

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

    Most travellers choose Adelaide - Cairns, Adelaide - Hamilton Island or Adelaide - Townsville 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 Emirates(88%), IndiGo(88%) or Qantas Airways(82%), 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 $337, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $159. When looking at the most popular route, (Adelaide - Cairns), you can expect to pay $359 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef (average of $165). Flying from Adelaide to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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$184Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$205Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$443Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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