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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef from £1,236

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CNS
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

Sun 8/320:55EDI - CNS
2 stops50h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 11/311:50CNS - EDI
2 stops41h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/12£1,236
Sun 8/318:30EDI - CNS
3 stops31h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 11/312:35CNS - EDI
3 stops54h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/12£3,736

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£1,236

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£1,116
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 8/3-11/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 92h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£127 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

20:55-09:45

2 stops50h 50m

Cairns

Wed 11/3

11:50-19:05

2 stops41h 15m

£1,236

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

18:30-11:50

3 stops31h 20m

Cairns

Wed 11/3

12:35-09:00

3 stops54h 25m

£3,736

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Deals found on 9/12

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef (average of £905). Flying from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef in January is currently the most expensive (average of £2,029). 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 EDI to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 12 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 12 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and Lufthansa from Edinburgh 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
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Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
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Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center.

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

    Departing from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef will take you 31h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9284 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef (average of £905). Flying from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef in January is currently the most expensive (average of £2,029). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£875Average£1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,071Average£1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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