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Cheap flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef from $256

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — CNS
14 Mar — 21 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 February 2026.

Tue 10/310:40
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/309:45
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$478
Wed 6/506:20
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop6h 50m
Virgin Australia
Sat 9/510:30
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop7h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$482
Wed 11/317:40
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop16h 40m
Jetstar
Wed 18/316:00
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop18h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/2$496
Wed 25/212:20
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/209:55
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$512
Thu 11/608:40
CBR
-
HTI
1 stop4h 35m
Virgin Australia
Fri 19/614:50
HTI
-
CBR
1 stop7h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$514
Tue 24/206:30
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop5h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/209:55
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2$516
Tue 7/711:20
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop4h 50m
Virgin Australia
Sun 12/700:55
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop8h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$517
Sat 25/406:20
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/521:40
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$520
Tue 28/713:55
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop19h 55m
Virgin Australia
Sat 1/809:20
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop10h 20m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$521
Fri 27/315:30
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/414:50
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2$524
Tue 10/312:20
CBR
-
TSV
1 stop5h 10m
Virgin Australia
Tue 17/311:40
TSV
-
CBR
1 stop5h 20m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 9/2$531
Fri 27/209:40
CBR
-
CNS
1 stop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/309:45
CNS
-
CBR
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$533

Find 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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$478

One-way from

$256

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$540
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/3-17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • Canberra to Great Barrier Reef
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Canberra to Great Barrier Reef
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef that are best for you.

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Canberra

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Great Barrier Reef

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Depart

Return

Price

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 10/3

10:40-09:05

1 stop23h 25m

Cairns

Tue 17/3

09:45-14:50

1 stop28h 05m

$478

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 6/5

06:20-13:10

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Sat 9/5

10:30-18:10

1 stop7h 40m

$482

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 11/3

17:40-09:20

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

16:00-11:35

1 stop18h 35m

$496

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Wed 25/2

12:20-16:40

1 stop5h 20m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

09:55-17:00

1 stop6h 05m

$512

CanberraHamilton Island

CBR - HTI

CBRHTI

Canberra

Thu 11/6

08:40-13:15

1 stop4h 35m

Hamilton Island

Fri 19/6

14:50-22:05

1 stop7h 15m

$514

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 24/2

06:30-11:00

1 stop5h 30m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

09:55-17:00

1 stop6h 05m

$516

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Sat 25/4

06:20-13:10

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Fri 1/5

21:40-12:05

1 stop14h 25m

$520

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Tue 28/7

13:55-09:50

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Sat 1/8

09:20-19:40

1 stop10h 20m

$521

CanberraTownsville

CBR - TSV

CBRTSV

Canberra

Tue 10/3

12:20-16:30

1 stop5h 10m

Townsville

Tue 17/3

11:40-18:00

1 stop5h 20m

$531

CanberraCairns

CBR - CNS

CBRCNS

Canberra

Fri 27/2

09:40-14:00

1 stop5h 20m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

09:45-14:50

1 stop28h 05m

$533

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef (average of $291). Flying from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $471). 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.

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 12 February 2026.
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
438 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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
438 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
438 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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
989 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
438 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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
519 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
438 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

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 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 6h 50m. Fly via Virgin Australia or Jetstar 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef (average of $291). Flying from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $471). 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 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$239Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$417Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$705Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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