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Cheap flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef from $161

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DRW — CNS
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef?

Find a great deal and save up to 135% by booking at least 61 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $353.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Great Barrier Reef from Darwin. Prices for November average $406 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $281. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August. Opting for a November flight can save you 31% on your journey compared to booking in August

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef (DRW - YJV)?

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.

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Darwin and Great Barrier Reef. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Qantas Airways flights we've found from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Thu 18/719:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 22/722:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$602
Thu 30/501:15DRW - CNS
1 stop16h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 3/622:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$920
Thu 30/501:30DRW - CNS
2 stops16h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 3/606:00CNS - DRW
2 stops19h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$1,433

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Darwin and Great Barrier Reef. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Virgin Australia flights we've found from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 30/501:05DRW - CNS
1 stop22h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 3/613:50CNS - DRW
1 stop10h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$913
Fri 24/501:05DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/609:20CNS - DRW
2 stops39h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$935
Tue 9/714:30DRW - CNS
1 stop8h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 17/709:20CNS - DRW
2 stops15h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$998
Thu 30/500:35DRW - CNS
2 stops22h 50mVirgin Australia
Mon 3/611:50CNS - DRW
1 stop12h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$1,019
Sun 2/600:35DRW - CNS
2 stops22h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 9/609:20CNS - DRW
2 stops15h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$1,057
Sat 25/513:05DRW - CNS
2 stops21h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/609:20CNS - DRW
2 stops39h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/5$1,107
Tue 2/700:35DRW - CNS
2 stops22h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 10/706:00CNS - DRW
2 stops18h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$1,115
Mon 8/700:35DRW - CNS
2 stops12h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 17/709:20CNS - DRW
2 stops15h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/5$1,198

Cheap Darwin to Great Barrier Reef flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 31/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$488
Fri 31/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Mon 3/606:00CNS - DRW
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$538
Sun 26/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$549
Sun 26/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Mon 3/609:00CNS - DRW
1 stop16h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/5$617
Mon 3/619:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/612:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$692
Fri 31/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Mon 3/608:10CNS - DRW
2 stops16h 55mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$709
Sun 2/601:30DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Sun 9/612:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$719
Mon 3/619:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/616:50CNS - DRW
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$732
Sun 2/601:30DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Sun 9/609:00CNS - DRW
1 stop16h 05mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$757

Darwin to Great Barrier Reef 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Darwin and Great Barrier Reef in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 25/1014:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Tue 29/1016:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$306
Fri 31/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$488
Thu 24/1001:30DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Tue 29/1016:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$517
Fri 31/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Mon 3/606:00CNS - DRW
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$538
Fri 25/1007:20DRW - CNS
1 stop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 29/1016:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$540
Sun 26/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$549
Thu 18/719:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 22/722:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$602
Sun 26/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Mon 3/609:00CNS - DRW
1 stop16h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/5$617
Sun 10/1118:40DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Fri 15/1112:00CNS - DRW
1 stop12h 00mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$646

Direct flights to Great Barrier Reef from Darwin

Discover direct flight options from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights travelling from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in the near future. Users seeking other options on flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef should update the search form at the top of the page.
Fri 25/1014:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Tue 29/1016:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$306
Fri 31/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$488
Sun 26/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$549
Thu 18/719:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 22/722:55CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$602
Tue 9/714:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Wed 17/712:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$680
Mon 3/619:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/612:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$692
Sat 25/517:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/612:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$704
Wed 3/714:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Wed 10/712:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$875
Fri 31/508:30DRW - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mAirnorth
Mon 3/614:00CNS - DRW
Nonstop3h 30mAirnorth
Deal found 8/5$1,008

One-way flights to Great Barrier Reef from Darwin

Search for one-way flight options from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Fri 31/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$161
Sun 15/914:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$166
Tue 6/818:25DRW - CNS
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Deal found 7/5$289
Tue 9/714:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$295
Fri 17/514:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$298
Mon 10/619:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$301
Mon 8/719:20DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$303
Wed 30/1000:25DRW - CNS
1 stop10h 20mJetstar
Deal found 7/5$304
Fri 12/714:45DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$315

Find flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef within your budget

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 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

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DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 25/10

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Tue 29/10

Nonstop2h 30m

$306

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 31/5

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Mon 3/6

Nonstop2h 40m

$488

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Thu 24/10

1 stop9h 15m

Cairns

Tue 29/10

Nonstop2h 30m

$517

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 31/5

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Mon 3/6

1 stop19h 05m

$538

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 25/10

1 stop3h 30m

Cairns

Tue 29/10

Nonstop2h 30m

$540

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Sun 26/5

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Mon 3/6

Nonstop2h 40m

$549

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Thu 18/7

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Mon 22/7

Nonstop2h 40m

$602

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 25/10

2 stops5h 05m

Cairns

Tue 29/10

1 stop3h 30m

$735

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Thu 30/5

1 stop22h 20m

Cairns

Mon 3/6

1 stop10h 20m

$913

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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 8 May 2024.
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

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

7.8
Good
663 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

7.7
Good
975 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

6.8
Okay
649 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

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.

  • Can I find flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $306, but on average you can expect to pay $639.

  • Are there direct flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 9 direct flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef is less than $656.

  • 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 ($161), Qantas Airways ($301), and Airnorth ($348).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef?

  • 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 (75%), Qantas Airways (63%), Jetstar (57%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $345 for a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. The cheapest flight overall is $157 while the most popular route, (Darwin - Cairns) is currently priced at $449.

  • What does DRW to CNS mean?

    Darwin Airport is DRW and Cairns Airport is CNS. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Hamilton Island Airport (HTI), Hayman Island Airport (HIS), Dunk Island Airport (DKI), Lizard Island Airport (LZR), Palm Island Airport (PMK).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Darwin to Great Barrier Reef flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Darwin to Great Barrier Reef flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Darwin to Great Barrier Reef flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Darwin to Great Barrier Reef flight deals updated?

    The Darwin to Great Barrier Reef flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Darwin 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 547,580 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$232Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$443Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$504Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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