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20 Oct — 27 Oct1
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Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Great Barrier Reef

Wed 4/1110:30 -
2 stops49h 40m
Mon 16/1106:00 -
2 stops34h 30m
Deal found 20/9£767
Wed 4/1121:00 -
2 stops34h 15m
Mon 16/1106:00 -
2 stops45h 30m
Deal found 20/9£787
Sun 1/1110:30 -
2 stops62h 50m
Sun 8/1106:00 -
2 stops42h 00m
Deal found 17/9£789
Sun 1/1121:00 -
2 stops52h 20m
Sun 8/1106:00 -
2 stops45h 30m
Deal found 17/9£793
Sun 1/1110:30 -
2 stops45h 00m
Sun 8/1118:10 -
2 stops46h 20m
Deal found 17/9£797
Sun 1/1121:00 -
2 stops34h 30m
Sun 8/1118:10 -
2 stops57h 20m
Deal found 17/9£801
Wed 4/1110:30 -
2 stops60h 30m
Wed 25/1118:05 -
2 stops53h 55m
Deal found 16/9£820
Tue 3/1121:00 -
2 stops34h 15m
Tue 10/1106:00 -
2 stops45h 30m
Deal found 19/9£831
Sun 27/922:00 -
2 stops49h 30m
Sat 17/1006:00 -
2 stops42h 00m
Deal found 18/9£835
Tue 3/1110:30 -
2 stops44h 45m
Wed 25/1118:05 -
2 stops53h 55m
Deal found 16/9£837
Sat 31/1010:30 -
2 stops62h 50m
Sat 7/1112:05 -
2 stops59h 55m
Deal found 16/9£841
Sun 1/1121:00 -
2 stops35h 25m
Tue 17/1106:00 -
2 stops45h 30m
Deal found 20/9£843

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Return from

£767

One-way from

£454

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Average price

£1,273
4/11-16/11
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  • 4 total stops
  • 84h 10m total
  • London to Cairns
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30/11-31/12
  • 30/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 20m total
  • London to Great Barrier Reef
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LondonCairns

LHR London Heathrow - CNS Cairns

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 30/11

21:00-17:15

2 stops34h 15m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£487

LondonCairns

LHR London Heathrow - CNS Cairns

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 28/2

21:00-17:15

2 stops34h 15m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£601

LondonCairns

LHR London Heathrow - CNS Cairns

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 28/9

21:20-22:20

2 stops40h 00m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£603

LondonCairns

LHR London Heathrow - CNS Cairns

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 31/12

21:00-08:30

2 stops49h 30m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£609

LondonCairns

LTN London Luton - CNS Cairns

LTNCNS

London Luton

Sun 28/2

13:55-05:45

3 stops29h 50m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£630

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Wed 16/12

08:25-05:45

3 stops59h 20m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£671

LondonTownsville

LGW London Gatwick - TSV Townsville

LGWTSV

London Gatwick

Wed 16/12

12:25-09:10

3 stops58h 45m

Townsville

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£698

LondonTownsville

LHR London Heathrow - TSV Townsville

LHRTSV

London Heathrow

Wed 16/12

20:50-08:10

3 stops49h 20m

Townsville

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£764

LondonCairns

LTN London Luton - CNS Cairns

LTNCNS

London Luton

Thu 31/12

14:05-08:30

3 stops56h 25m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£767

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 11/10

10:40-05:30

3 stops33h 50m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-15:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£770

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

How long is the flight to Great Barrier Reef?

On average, a flight from London to Great Barrier Reef takes 31 hours 22 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.

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
Singapore Airlines
From £1,008
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From £1,055
Emirates
Emirates
From £1,039
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From £1,078

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

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Great Barrier Reef are Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and Qatar 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

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific to Australia 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,606 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,606 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,606 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,662 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,489 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,102 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

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 £269, however they can be found for as little as £78.

  • 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 (28 hours 20 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. Spacious 7-Bedroom Queenslander Retreat | Privacy, Comfort & Bushland Serenity is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 mi away from Cairns).

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