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Cheap flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef from $286

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — CNS
8 Aug — 15 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 9 July 2026.

Mon 7/901:15
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/916:55
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$612
Mon 24/801:15
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/916:55
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$681
Fri 28/801:15
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/916:55
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$690
Fri 31/701:30
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop9h 10m
Virgin Australia
Sat 15/806:00
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop8h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 4/7$700
Fri 28/814:35
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/913:55
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$713
Wed 26/814:35
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/913:55
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$714
Tue 25/801:15
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop15h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 9/906:45
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop18h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/7$716
Fri 31/701:30
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop9h 10m
Virgin Australia
Thu 13/806:00
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop8h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 8/7$717
Fri 31/701:30
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/807:30
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$719
Wed 26/814:35
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop6h 40m
Virgin Australia
Mon 31/806:05
TSV
-
DRW
1 stop8h 10m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 5/7$723
Fri 21/814:35
DRW
-
TSV
1 stop6h 40m
Virgin Australia
Sat 22/806:05
TSV
-
DRW
1 stop8h 10m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 9/7$726
Mon 24/801:15
DRW
-
CNS
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/906:00
CNS
-
DRW
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$727

Find 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 9 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$612

One-way from

$302

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$765
7/9-14/9
  • 7/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
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Airnorth
  • Airnorth
  • 30/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin 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 9 July 2026.
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DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Tue 25/8

01:15-17:10

1 stop15h 25m

Cairns

Wed 9/9

06:45-00:30

1 stop18h 15m

$716

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Wed 26/8

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Mon 31/8

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$723

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Fri 21/8

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Sat 22/8

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$726

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Thu 27/8

14:35-23:20

1 stop8h 15m

Cairns

Thu 10/9

09:10-00:20

1 stop15h 40m

$732

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 31/7

01:30-13:10

1 stop11h 10m

Cairns

Sat 15/8

10:45-12:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$746

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Tue 25/8

01:15-08:15

1 stop30h 30m

Townsville

Mon 31/8

15:10-00:20

1 stop9h 40m

$750

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Thu 20/8

14:35-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

Townsville

Fri 28/8

06:05-13:45

1 stop8h 10m

$755

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 14/8

14:35-23:20

1 stop8h 15m

Cairns

Mon 17/8

06:00-00:20

1 stop18h 50m

$766

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Wed 22/7

01:30-13:10

1 stop11h 10m

Cairns

Sun 26/7

13:55-00:45

1 stop11h 20m

$795

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Thu 23/7

01:30-13:50

1 stop11h 50m

Townsville

Sun 26/7

17:30-00:45

1 stop7h 45m

$812

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef (average of $245). Flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in May is currently the most expensive (average of $633). 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 9 July 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 9 July 2026.

The most flights from DRW to zzYJV are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 9 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

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
463 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

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
1,059 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

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
551 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

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

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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?

    This flight path from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef was viewed by 93 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    A quick flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef can take about 6h 40m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $723. Airlines will cover a distance of 1859 km. 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 Darwin to Great Barrier Reef one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef are Virgin Australia ($209), Airnorth ($225), and Jetstar ($254).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef on time: Alliance Airlines (91%), Qantas Airways (91%), Fiji Airways (0%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $581 for a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. The cheapest flight overall is $258 while the most popular route, (Darwin - Cairns) is currently priced at $685.

  • 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.

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    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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef (average of $245). Flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in May is currently the most expensive (average of $633). 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 4 airlines flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$245Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$274Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$523Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$524Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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