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£411+ Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2025

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Wed 31/1220:15LHR - CNS
2 stops34h 35mCathay Pacific
Tue 20/111:25CNS - LHR
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12£1,141
Mon 22/1206:00LHR - CNS
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/111:25CNS - LHR
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£1,506
Wed 31/1214:05STN - CNS
3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/119:15CNS - STN
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12£1,585
Wed 31/1208:40LHR - CNS
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/109:45CNS - LHR
3 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£1,689
Mon 22/1211:35LHR - CNS
2 stops60h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 13/111:25CNS - LHR
1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12£1,719
Sun 21/1216:50LHR - CNS
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/111:25CNS - LHR
1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/12£1,735
Sat 13/1220:15STN - CNS
2 stops34h 00mEmirates
Mon 12/115:35CNS - STN
2 stops36h 20mEmirates
Deal found 3/12£2,129
Sat 13/1213:35LGW - CNS
2 stops40h 40mEmirates
Mon 12/115:35CNS - LGW
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Deal found 2/12£2,144
Wed 31/1220:15STN - CNS
2 stops34h 35mEmirates
Wed 7/111:35CNS - STN
2 stops34h 30mEmirates
Deal found 1/12£2,266
Sat 13/1208:40LGW - CNS
3 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/115:45CNS - LGW
2 stops48h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£2,305
Sat 13/1220:15STN - CNS
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/106:00CNS - STN
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£2,518
Fri 19/1209:40LGW - CNS
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/109:20CNS - LGW
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£2,657

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£831

One-way from

£411

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Average price

£1,735
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  • 5 total stops
  • 84h 05m total
  • London to Cairns
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  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • London to Great Barrier Reef
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Depart

Return

Price

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Tue 24/2

19:10-09:55

2 stops28h 45m

Cairns

Wed 4/3

18:35-08:40

2 stops24h 05m

£886

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 21/4

18:00-09:45

3 stops54h 45m

Cairns

Tue 12/5

11:00-06:40

3 stops52h 40m

£913

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 7/4

06:00-04:30

3 stops37h 30m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

06:45-14:10

3 stops40h 25m

£915

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

17:50-09:55

1 stop30h 05m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

11:25-20:10

1 stop42h 45m

£965

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

17:00-05:45

2 stops50h 45m

Cairns

Fri 23/1

19:15-14:00

2 stops28h 45m

£980

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 21/4

14:45-23:05

2 stops47h 20m

Cairns

Tue 12/5

15:20-15:15

2 stops56h 55m

£997

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 24/2

11:00-09:55

1 stop36h 55m

Cairns

Wed 4/3

11:45-15:00

2 stops37h 15m

£1,026

LondonTownsville

LHR - TSV

LHRTSV

London Heathrow

Thu 7/5

21:35-17:30

2 stops34h 55m

Townsville

Wed 10/6

15:40-16:35

2 stops33h 55m

£1,032

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 26/1

09:10-17:20

1 stop46h 10m

Cairns

Sun 8/2

18:35-19:10

1 stop34h 35m

£1,064

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 22/1

20:15-09:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

12:35-18:15

2 stops38h 40m

£1,064

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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 28 hours 51 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 £843
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From £1,063
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From £762
Emirates
Emirates
From £1,039

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

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

Rainfall in Great Barrier Reef by month

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Great Barrier Reef by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 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 4 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways 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
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,080 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,798 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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, SWISS 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 £248, however they can be found for as little as £58.

  • 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 (20 hours 40 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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