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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef from $117

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CNS
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$233

One-way from

$117

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$416
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/10-11/10
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Sun 5/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 11/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$233
Mon 13/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 19/1007:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$236
Tue 7/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Thu 16/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$239
Mon 13/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Fri 17/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$241
Wed 8/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 15/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$245
Fri 10/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 15/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$247
Thu 11/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Fri 19/1209:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$248
Tue 9/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 21/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$250
Thu 4/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 14/1207:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$251
Fri 14/1116:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 16/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$260
Fri 31/1016:15MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 2/1119:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$287
Mon 20/1016:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 27/1020:10TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$302

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Melbourne

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Great Barrier Reef

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 11/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

$238

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 16/12

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Fri 19/12

09:45-14:10

Nonstop3h 25m

$239

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Thu 16/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

$239

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Tue 16/12

09:45-14:10

Nonstop3h 25m

$239

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Sat 14/3

09:45-14:10

Nonstop3h 25m

$239

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Wed 15/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

$247

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Wed 14/1

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

$248

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Fri 19/12

09:45-14:10

Nonstop3h 25m

$248

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Thu 15/1

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

$248

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

06:25-08:45

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 18/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

$254

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

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef (average of $165). Flying from Melbourne 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 MEL to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 15 September 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne 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 15 September 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to zzYJV are scheduled on a Saturday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 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 15 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne 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
416 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef will take you 3h 05m. Melbourne and Great Barrier Reef are separated by a distance of 1963 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef?

    While some choose either Melbourne Avalon - Cairns or Melbourne - Townsville, Melbourne - Cairns is the most popular route from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef are Air India (93%), Emirates (93%) and Air New Zealand (93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $755 for a flight from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef. The cheapest flight overall is $109 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Cairns) is currently priced at $210.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef (average of $165). Flying from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$142Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$181Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$267Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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