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Cheap flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef from $249

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — CNS
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Canberra to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$497

One-way from

$249

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$656
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/1-21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 10m total
  • Canberra to Great Barrier Reef
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 5/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 25m total
  • Canberra to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Thu 13/1106:30CBR - TSV
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 17/1108:55TSV - CBR
1 stop8h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/10$533
Fri 31/1006:30CBR - TSV
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Tue 4/1117:15TSV - CBR
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/10$551
Thu 25/1210:20CBR - HTI
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 31/1212:40HTI - CBR
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/10$554
Sat 1/1106:30CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 5/1123:55CNS - CBR
1 stop9h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/10$560
Sun 30/1106:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 7/1223:55CNS - CBR
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/10$562
Sat 20/1206:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/1211:45CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/10$582
Tue 21/1018:40CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/1023:55CNS - CBR
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/10$591
Sat 1/1106:35CBR - CNS
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1106:00CNS - CBR
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$597
Sat 29/1106:30CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Sat 6/1211:40CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/10$600
Sun 19/1014:20CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 50mVirgin Australia
Thu 23/1011:10CNS - CBR
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/10$628
Fri 24/1006:35CBR - CNS
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 29/1011:40CNS - CBR
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/10$645
Sat 29/1106:35CBR - CNS
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1206:00CNS - CBR
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$647

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
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Canberra

Fly to

Great Barrier Reef

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 24/3

12:15-17:45

1 stop6h 30m

Cairns

Tue 31/3

20:35-12:05

1 stop14h 30m

$497

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 15/1

10:40-20:50

1 stop11h 10m

Cairns

Wed 21/1

06:00-17:00

1 stop10h 00m

$497

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Thu 15/1

12:15-18:45

1 stop7h 30m

Cairns

Wed 21/1

06:00-17:00

1 stop10h 00m

$508

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Mon 23/3

12:15-22:05

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Tue 31/3

20:35-12:05

1 stop14h 30m

$524

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 7/1

19:10-23:05

1 stop4h 55m

Cairns

Sun 11/1

23:55-23:20

1 stop22h 25m

$544

CanberraTownsville

CBR - TSV

CBRTSV

Canberra

Fri 31/10

06:30-10:55

1 stop5h 25m

Townsville

Tue 4/11

17:15-23:15

1 stop5h 00m

$551

CanberraHamilton Island

CBR - HTI

CBRHTI

Canberra

Thu 25/12

10:20-14:10

1 stop4h 50m

Hamilton Island

Wed 31/12

12:40-18:30

1 stop4h 50m

$554

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 1/11

06:30-11:00

1 stop5h 30m

Cairns

Wed 5/11

23:55-10:00

1 stop9h 05m

$560

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 20/12

06:35-11:05

1 stop5h 30m

Cairns

Tue 23/12

23:55-10:00

1 stop9h 05m

$562

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 17/1

06:35-19:05

1 stop13h 30m

Cairns

Fri 23/1

14:40-23:15

1 stop7h 35m

$587

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef (average of $336). Flying from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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 CBR to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Canberra 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 17 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 50% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 17 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef. 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
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
918 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
475 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

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

    Canberra (CBR), located 6.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef.

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

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in 4h 55m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. The distance from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef is about 2074 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular route from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef is Canberra - Cairns. You may also consider Canberra - Hamilton Island or Canberra - Townsville.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Canberra 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 Canberra to Great Barrier Reef.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canberra 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 Canberra to Great Barrier Reef?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef (average of $336). Flying from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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 Canberra to Great Barrier Reef

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$388Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$434Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$730Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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