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Cheap flights from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef from $167

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — CNS
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Sun 26/408:05
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Rex
Tue 12/509:15
TSV
-
CNS
Nonstop1h 05m
Rex
Deal found 14/4$311
Sun 31/508:05
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Rex
Sun 7/610:05
TSV
-
CNS
Nonstop1h 05m
Rex
Deal found 16/4$312
Tue 5/507:15
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Rex
Thu 7/518:00
TSV
-
CNS
Nonstop1h 05m
Rex
Deal found 14/4$323
Sun 28/608:05
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Rex
Thu 2/718:00
TSV
-
CNS
Nonstop1h 05m
Rex
Deal found 13/4$336
Thu 23/416:10
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Rex
Sun 3/510:05
TSV
-
CNS
Nonstop1h 05m
Rex
Deal found 15/4$362
Thu 23/416:10
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Rex
Sun 26/410:05
TSV
-
CNS
Nonstop1h 05m
Rex
Deal found 12/4$404
Sun 31/508:05
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/621:30
TSV
-
CNS
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$415
Sun 26/408:05
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/520:55
TSV
-
CNS
1 stop11h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$417
Tue 28/407:15
CNS
-
TSV
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/414:55
TSV
-
CNS
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$418
Mon 25/506:00
CNS
-
HTI
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/513:55
HTI
-
CNS
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$538
Sat 16/506:00
CNS
-
HTI
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/513:55
HTI
-
CNS
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$540
Sat 30/506:00
CNS
-
HTI
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/613:55
HTI
-
CNS
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$565

Find flight deals from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$311

One-way from

$167
Rex
  • Rex
  • 30/6-9/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Cairns to Great Barrier Reef
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Rex
  • Rex
  • 28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 00m total
  • Cairns to Great Barrier Reef
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CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Sun 23/8

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Townsville

Tue 1/9

09:15-10:20

Nonstop1h 05m

$310

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Tue 5/5

07:15-08:15

Nonstop1h 00m

Townsville

Thu 7/5

18:00-19:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$323

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Sun 28/6

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Townsville

Thu 2/7

18:00-19:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$339

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Sun 31/5

08:05-09:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Townsville

Sun 7/6

21:30-08:30

1 stop11h 00m

$415

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Sun 31/5

06:00-08:15

1 stop26h 15m

Townsville

Sun 7/6

21:30-08:30

1 stop11h 00m

$456

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Sun 3/5

06:00-08:15

1 stop26h 15m

Townsville

Sat 9/5

08:55-08:30

1 stop23h 35m

$482

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Fri 29/5

06:45-07:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Townsville

Fri 5/6

15:10-21:00

1 stop5h 50m

$485

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Tue 5/5

06:00-20:15

1 stop14h 15m

Townsville

Thu 7/5

20:55-08:30

1 stop11h 35m

$496
Fastest return journey

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Fri 3/7

06:45-07:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Townsville

Sat 11/7

13:00-14:00

Nonstop1h 00m

$498

CairnsTownsville

CNS - TSV

CNSTSV

Cairns

Fri 29/5

06:45-07:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Townsville

Fri 5/6

10:20-11:20

Nonstop1h 00m

$503

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

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef (average of $125). Flying from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef in February is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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.

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 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Rex,Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Cairns 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.
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,019 reviews
Rex
9.4
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.6

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

MEL - ADL

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

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

    Cairns (CNS), located 4.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef.

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

    For as low as $310, Rex can have you in Great Barrier Reef from Cairns in 1h. The distance between Cairns and Great Barrier Reef is about 283 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef (average of $125). Flying from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef in February is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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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