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Cheap flights from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef

CBR — CNS
10 Dec — 17 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$678
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef

How far ahead should I book a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef (average of $545). Flying from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in October is currently the most expensive (average of $710). 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

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
485 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

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
485 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
485 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

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
1,123 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
485 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

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
578 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
485 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

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

  • 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.

  • 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 - Townsville or Canberra - Hamilton Island.

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

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef (average of $545). Flying from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef in October is currently the most expensive (average of $710). 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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Alternative routes for Canberra to Great Barrier Reef

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Top 2 airlines flying from Canberra to Great Barrier Reef

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$229Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$356Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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