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Cheap flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef from $279

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 14/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — CNS
22 Jun — 29 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

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

Round-trip from

$586

One-way from

$279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$775
Airnorth
  • Airnorth
  • 28/8-2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 7h 00m total
  • Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 25m total
  • Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($179 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Cheapest flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 June 2025.

Tue 29/701:30DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Wed 6/806:00CNS - DRW
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/6$592
Mon 18/808:00DRW - CNS
1 stop3h 30mAirnorth
Fri 22/816:00CNS - DRW
1 stop3h 30mAirnorth
Deal found 17/6$594
Tue 29/701:30DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/816:55CNS - DRW
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6$619
Thu 30/1014:20DRW - TSV
1 stop7h 20mVirgin Australia
Sat 8/1106:05TSV - DRW
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/6$672
Tue 22/701:30DRW - TSV
1 stop18h 45mJetstar
Fri 25/721:20TSV - DRW
1 stop27h 45mJetstar
Deal found 15/6$714
Tue 22/701:30DRW - TSV
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 25/714:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6$732
Thu 11/900:35DRW - CNS
2 stops14h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/906:00CNS - DRW
1 stop8h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/6$797
Wed 23/712:00DRW - TSV
Nonstop2h 40mAirnorth
Fri 25/714:45TSV - DRW
Nonstop2h 50mAirnorth
Deal found 15/6$801
Wed 30/713:15DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 6/817:45CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/6$815

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Fly from

Darwin

Fly to

Great Barrier Reef

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Tue 29/7

01:30-11:15

1 stop9h 15m

Cairns

Wed 6/8

06:00-00:35

1 stop19h 05m

$592

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 24/10

08:00-12:00

1 stop3h 30m

Cairns

Thu 30/10

12:20-15:20

1 stop3h 30m

$611

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Tue 29/7

01:30-11:15

1 stop9h 15m

Cairns

Wed 6/8

16:55-00:35

1 stop8h 10m

$619

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Thu 30/10

14:20-22:10

1 stop7h 20m

Townsville

Sat 8/11

06:05-13:35

1 stop8h 00m

$672

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Tue 22/7

01:30-20:45

1 stop18h 45m

Townsville

Fri 25/7

21:20-00:35

1 stop27h 45m

$714

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Tue 22/7

01:30-20:45

1 stop18h 45m

Townsville

Fri 25/7

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$732

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Thu 11/9

00:35-15:55

2 stops14h 50m

Cairns

Sun 14/9

06:00-13:50

1 stop8h 20m

$797

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 23/7

12:00-15:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Townsville

Fri 25/7

14:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 50m

$801

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Wed 30/7

13:15-16:15

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Wed 6/8

17:45-19:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$815

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Thu 14/8

01:30-08:25

1 stop30h 25m

$282

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

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef (average of $166). Flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 DRW to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin 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 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Explore weekly flight availability from Darwin 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 17 June 2025.

The most flights from DRW to zzYJV are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Great Barrier Reef by month

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Great Barrier Reef ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Great Barrier Reef when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Great Barrier Reef by month

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Great Barrier Reef, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef, such as Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef, you will be flying from Darwin. Darwin (DRW) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city.

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

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef are Jetstar ($279), Airnorth ($292), and Virgin Australia ($347).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $656 for a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. The cheapest flight overall is $318 while the most popular route, (Darwin - Cairns) is currently priced at $579.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef (average of $166). Flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$281Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$394Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$534Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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