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Cheap flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef from £524

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef

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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 28 April 2026.

Sun 21/621:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops37h 10m
Emirates
Mon 21/918:20
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops46h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 26/4£1,136
Sun 24/509:50
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops40h 25m
Qantas Airways
Sun 31/506:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops39h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,170
Mon 9/1120:40
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops28h 40m
Qantas Airways
Mon 23/1106:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops39h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/4£1,181
Thu 29/1014:05
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/1109:45
CNS
-
MAN
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£1,204
Mon 9/1123:15
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1114:40
CNS
-
MAN
3 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£1,206
Fri 29/506:55
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/611:40
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops58h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4£1,267
Wed 11/1113:15
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops33h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sun 15/1112:05
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops33h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/4£1,291
Sun 3/521:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops50h 10m
Qantas Airways
Thu 21/506:45
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops38h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/4£1,294
Wed 25/1120:40
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops28h 40m
Qantas Airways
Sun 29/1106:40
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops38h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/4£1,295
Sun 15/1113:15
MAN
-
GLT
2 stops44h 45m
Qantas Airways
Wed 18/1119:05
GLT
-
MAN
2 stops50h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/4£1,508
Fri 20/1113:15
MAN
-
GLT
2 stops55h 40m
Qantas Airways
Mon 23/1115:05
GLT
-
MAN
2 stops49h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/4£1,565
Thu 21/509:50
MAN
-
GLT
2 stops40h 10m
Emirates
Thu 28/506:35
GLT
-
MAN
2 stops38h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 23/4£1,683

Find 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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£1,136

One-way from

£524

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,354
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 21/6-21/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 83h 35m total
  • Manchester to Great Barrier Reef
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14/10
  • 14/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 35m total
  • Manchester to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£200 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£32 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef that are best for you.

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ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 8/6

09:50-22:45

2 stops51h 55m

Cairns

Mon 15/6

17:00-19:15

2 stops35h 15m

£1,336

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 7/6

21:20-09:45

3 stops51h 25m

Cairns

Sun 14/6

18:55-07:45

2 stops69h 50m

£1,342

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 29/5

21:20-05:30

2 stops47h 10m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

15:45-19:15

2 stops36h 30m

£1,352
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 24/5

15:30-09:45

3 stops33h 15m

Cairns

Sun 31/5

19:00-14:00

2 stops28h 00m

£1,362

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 11/6

14:05-11:50

2 stops36h 45m

Cairns

Thu 18/6

12:35-19:15

2 stops39h 40m

£1,674

ManchesterGladstone

MAN - GLT

MANGLT

Manchester

Thu 21/5

09:50-11:00

2 stops40h 10m

Gladstone

Thu 28/5

06:35-12:00

2 stops38h 25m

£1,683

ManchesterGladstone

MAN - GLT

MANGLT

Manchester

Thu 11/6

21:20-11:00

2 stops28h 40m

Gladstone

Thu 18/6

06:35-19:15

2 stops45h 40m

£1,686

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 9/7

23:30-05:55

2 stops45h 25m

Cairns

Fri 24/7

13:30-16:30

3 stops36h 00m

£1,693
Cheapest one-way

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 14/10

14:55-08:30

3 stops56h 35m

£524

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 28/6

20:45-12:55

2 stops31h 10m

£724

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef, you should look to book at least 68 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef (average of £687). Flying from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,370). 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.

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 28 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,028 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,956 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 Emirates fly from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef in about 51h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 9380 mi.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef (average of £687). Flying from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,370). 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 6 airlines flying from Manchester to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£721Average£978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£802Average£1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£997Average£1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,136Average£1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,166Average£1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,167Average£1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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