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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef from $113

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CNS
6 Jul — 13 Jul1
1 adult

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 1 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$208

One-way from

$113

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$470
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/9-5/9
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 1 July 2025.

Sat 6/917:20MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Thu 11/921:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 1/7$230
Tue 11/1116:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$256
Fri 19/1216:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/1219:50CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/6$259
Sat 2/806:00MEL - HTI
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/811:45HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6$282
Tue 12/808:10MEL - HTI
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 19/811:45HTI - MEL
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/6$290
Wed 30/717:10MEL - TSV
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 4/821:00TSV - MEL
Nonstop3h 10mJetstar
Deal found 30/6$304
Tue 19/812:25MEL - HVB
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Tue 26/815:40HVB - MEL
Nonstop2h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/6$310
Thu 21/807:10MEL - HTI
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 23/814:05HTI - MEL
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/6$328
Tue 19/820:55AVV - CNS
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/819:00CNS - AVV
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6$346
Wed 23/716:40AVV - CNS
1 stop6h 10mJetstar
Wed 20/805:45CNS - AVV
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Deal found 30/6$357
Wed 30/706:00AVV - HTI
1 stop8h 40mJetstar
Sun 3/815:20HTI - AVV
1 stop18h 25mJetstar
Deal found 30/6$394
Mon 11/806:00AVV - HTI
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/814:50HTI - AVV
1 stop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$395

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Great Barrier Reef

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

19:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Tue 12/8

21:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

$232

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 14/8

08:10-11:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Hamilton Island

Thu 21/8

14:50-19:20

1 stop4h 30m

$293

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

08:10-11:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Hamilton Island

Tue 5/8

11:45-14:45

Nonstop3h 00m

$298

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Wed 30/7

17:10-20:10

Nonstop3h 00m

Townsville

Mon 4/8

21:00-00:10

Nonstop3h 10m

$304

MelbourneHervey Bay

MEL - HVB

MELHVB

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

12:25-14:50

Nonstop2h 25m

Hervey Bay

Tue 26/8

15:40-18:20

Nonstop2h 40m

$310

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 20/9

06:15-09:40

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Sat 27/9

20:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

$325

MelbourneHamilton Island

MEL - HTI

MELHTI

Melbourne

Thu 21/8

07:10-13:25

1 stop6h 15m

Hamilton Island

Sat 23/8

14:05-20:20

1 stop6h 15m

$328

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 19/8

20:55-11:25

1 stop14h 30m

Cairns

Tue 26/8

19:00-09:45

1 stop14h 45m

$346

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 23/7

16:40-22:50

1 stop6h 10m

Cairns

Wed 20/8

05:45-22:50

1 stop17h 05m

$357

MelbourneTownsville

MEL - TSV

MELTSV

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

07:10-11:00

1 stop4h 50m

Townsville

Sun 26/10

20:10-00:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$368

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 $166). 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 1 July 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 1 July 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to zzYJV are scheduled on a Friday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 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 1 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways 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.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,973 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,973 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,973 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
869 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,973 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
409 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,973 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
454 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,973 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $113. Virgin Australia flights start at $154 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $345 one-way.

  • 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 (95%), Cathay Pacific (91%) and Virgin Australia (89%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,236 for a flight from Melbourne to Great Barrier Reef. The cheapest flight overall is $111 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Cairns) is currently priced at $208.

  • 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 $166). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$144Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$186Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$281Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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