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Cheap flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef from £473

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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£934

One-way from

£473

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,217
3/4-21/4
  • 3/4-21/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 91h 30m total
  • Manchester to Great Barrier Reef
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15/12
  • 15/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 35m total
  • Manchester to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£132 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.

Thu 4/1210:25MAN - CNS
2 stops38h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/1211:25CNS - MAN
1 stop30h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11£1,151
Thu 4/1213:15MAN - CNS
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1211:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£1,232
Thu 18/1218:45MAN - CNS
2 stops47h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1211:25CNS - MAN
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11£1,381
Thu 18/1210:25MAN - CNS
1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 25/1211:25CNS - MAN
1 stop30h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11£1,715
Fri 19/1211:15MAN - CNS
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1209:45CNS - MAN
3 stops47h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£1,745
Thu 18/1208:50MAN - GLT
2 stops40h 15mEmirates
Thu 8/110:30GLT - MAN
2 stops42h 05mEmirates
Deal found 3/11£2,879
Thu 18/1208:50MAN - GLT
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/110:30GLT - MAN
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11£3,340

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef that are best for you.

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Manchester

Fly to

Great Barrier Reef

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

17:55-17:00

2 stops38h 05m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

11:40-08:05

2 stops53h 25m

£934

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 4/12

10:25-10:45

2 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

11:25-07:55

1 stop30h 30m

£1,151

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 15/3

14:05-14:55

2 stops38h 50m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

10:55-12:20

2 stops35h 25m

£1,225

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 4/12

13:15-08:30

3 stops33h 15m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

11:35-06:45

2 stops53h 10m

£1,232

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 18/12

18:45-04:35

2 stops47h 50m

Cairns

Thu 25/12

11:25-17:55

2 stops40h 30m

£1,381

ManchesterGladstone

MAN - GLT

MANGLT

Manchester

Sun 15/3

08:50-17:55

2 stops47h 05m

Gladstone

Thu 19/3

18:40-06:00

2 stops45h 20m

£1,450

ManchesterGladstone

MAN - GLT

MANGLT

Manchester

Thu 18/12

08:50-11:05

2 stops40h 15m

Gladstone

Thu 8/1

10:30-18:35

2 stops42h 05m

£2,879

ManchesterGladstone

MAN - GLT

MANGLT

Manchester

Thu 18/12

08:50-11:05

2 stops40h 15m

Gladstone

Thu 8/1

10:30-11:15

3 stops34h 45m

£3,340

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 15/12

09:00-04:35

3 stops57h 35m

£473

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 24/1

14:15-05:45

3 stops53h 30m

£575

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

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef (average of £750). Flying from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,250). 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 MAN to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 5 November 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Great Barrier Reef flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 5 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,401 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,401 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,391 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
927 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,660 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,552 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,401 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Great Barrier Reef from Manchester, you will be flying from Manchester, which is the city’s only airport. Manchester (MAN) is located 8.9 mi from the center of Manchester.

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

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and Emirates fly from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef in about 38h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9380 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef (average of £750). Flying from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,250). 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 7 airlines flying from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£747Average£994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£831Average£1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£881Average£1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,101Average£1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,161Average£1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,177Average£1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,181Average£1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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