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

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Great Barrier Reef is March . The most expensive month for flights is July . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Can I find cheaper flights to Great Barrier Reef if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Great Barrier Reef on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cathay Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef.

How much is a return flight to Great Barrier Reef?

A return flight to Great Barrier Reef will typically cost around £169, however they can be found for as little as £57.

Where does the fastest flight to Great Barrier Reef depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Great Barrier Reef, London offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 45 minutes).

Does Cairns have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Cairns?

Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 mi away from Cairns).

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Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2025

Return from	£944
One-way from	£440
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	May
Average price	£1,042

Lufthansa
9/5-19/5
4 total stops
61h 35m total
London to Cairns

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23/6
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49h 50m total
London to Great Barrier Reef

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Fri 9/517:50LHR - CNS

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Thu 1/521:20LHR - CNS

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3 stops60h 40mSWISS

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3 stops27h 15mSWISS

Deal found 20/3£1,256

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Deal found 21/3£973

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1 stop21h 45mSingapore Airlines

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1 stop21h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 20/3£977

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Mon 26/518:15CNS - LHR

3 stops27h 45mSWISS

Deal found 20/3£1,099

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2 stops33h 10mEmirates

Deal found 21/3£1,102

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2 stops30h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 20/3£1,566

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1 stop34h 15mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 20/3£987

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3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 20/3£1,007

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Deal found 21/3£2,102

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2 stops48h 45mEmirates

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Deal found 21/3£1,266

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2 stops29h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/3£1,431

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2 stops53h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/3£1,545

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Deal found 22/3£839

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London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

17:50-17:00

2 stops38h 10m

Cairns

Mon 19/5

18:15-08:40

2 stops23h 25m

£931

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 1/5

21:20-18:15

2 stops35h 55m

Cairns

Wed 14/5

06:00-18:40

2 stops45h 40m

£973

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 18/5

10:15-17:00

1 stop21h 45m

Cairns

Mon 26/5

18:15-06:25

1 stop21h 10m

£977

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 18/5

09:25-17:00

1 stop22h 35m

Cairns

Mon 26/5

18:15-19:30

1 stop34h 15m

£987

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 18/5

10:15-23:05

2 stops27h 50m

Cairns

Mon 26/5

07:15-09:55

3 stops35h 40m

£1,007

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 18/5

20:05-17:00

3 stops59h 55m

Cairns

Mon 26/5

18:15-13:00

3 stops27h 45m

£1,099

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Thu 15/5

14:55-08:35

2 stops32h 40m

Cairns

Sun 8/6

18:35-18:45

2 stops33h 10m

£1,102

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 28/4

14:30-08:35

2 stops33h 05m

Cairns

Thu 8/5

15:35-07:20

2 stops48h 45m

£1,136

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Sun 18/5

21:10-11:35

2 stops29h 25m

Cairns

Mon 26/5

18:50-18:45

2 stops32h 55m

£1,162

LondonTownsville

LGW - TSV

LGWTSV

London Gatwick

Wed 21/5

14:30-09:30

2 stops34h 00m

Townsville

Sat 24/5

21:00-19:45

2 stops31h 45m

£1,215

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How long is the flight to Great Barrier Reef?

On average, a flight from London to Great Barrier Reef takes 30 hours 2 minutes. Flights to Great Barrier Reef from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Great Barrier Reef should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

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

The most popular airlines flying from London to Great Barrier Reef are Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific.

Singapore Airlines

From £1,120

Qantas Airways

From £1,526

Cathay Pacific

From £987

Etihad Airways

From £1,096

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Great Barrier Reef are Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Great Barrier Reef by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Great Barrier Reef ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Great Barrier Reef when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Great Barrier Reef by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Great Barrier Reef, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Great Barrier Reef

To help decide which airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Fiji Airways and Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,282 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,282 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,282 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

182 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,282 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Emirates

8.0

Very Good

3,191 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,282 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Cathay Pacific

7.5

Good

832 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,282 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

SWISS

7.5

Good

1,567 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,282 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

FAQs about flying to Great Barrier Reef

Can I find cheaper flights to Great Barrier Reef if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Great Barrier Reef on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cathay Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef.
How much is a return flight to Great Barrier Reef?
A return flight to Great Barrier Reef will typically cost around £169, however they can be found for as little as £57.
Where does the fastest flight to Great Barrier Reef depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Great Barrier Reef, London offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 45 minutes).
Does Cairns have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Cairns?
Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 mi away from Cairns).

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What is the best airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

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