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Jun 12 — Jun 191
Fri 6/12
Fri 6/19
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Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2026

Cheapest flights to Great Barrier Reef
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 May 13, 2026.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/306:15 pm
EWR
-
CNS
2 stops29h 45m
Air Canada
Tue 11/36:00 am
CNS
-
EWR
2 stops25h 38m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/11$1,588
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/56:05 pm
EWR
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CNS
2 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/246:00 am
CNS
-
EWR
2 stops24h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,664
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:05 pm
EWR
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CNS
2 stops48h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/184:55 pm
CNS
-
EWR
2 stops37h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,678
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/47:20 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops28h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sat 9/126:50 am
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops29h 39m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/10$1,771
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/57:20 pm
JFK
-
CNS
2 stops47h 20m
Qantas Airways
Fri 7/246:50 am
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops37h 13m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,836
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/45:01 pm
LGA
-
CNS
2 stops30h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/126:45 am
CNS
-
LGA
2 stops26h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,850
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/411:20 am
JFK
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CNS
2 stops52h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/1211:00 am
CNS
-
JFK
3 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,858
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/257:05 am
JFK
-
TSV
2 stops40h 30m
Qantas Airways
Thu 7/23:30 pm
TSV
-
JFK
2 stops41h 22m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/10$1,870
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:05 pm
EWR
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CNS
2 stops27h 05m
Air Canada
Sat 9/124:35 pm
CNS
-
EWR
2 stops37h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/10$2,065
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1210:20 pm
JFK
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CNS
3 stops58h 25m
Emirates
Mon 5/1812:35 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops63h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 5/11$2,069
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/257:20 pm
JFK
-
TSV
3 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/28:55 am
TSV
-
JFK
2 stops47h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$2,090
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/53:30 pm
JFK
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TSV
2 stops34h 25m
Qantas Airways
Mon 11/96:00 am
TSV
-
JFK
2 stops32h 49m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$2,155

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$1,588

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New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Fri 9/4

5:01 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops30h 39m

Cairns

Sat 9/12

6:45 am-7:29 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,850

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Fri 9/4

6:05 pm-11:10 am

2 stops27h 05m

Cairns

Sat 9/12

4:35 pm-4:33 pm

2 stops37h 58m

$2,065

New YorkTownsville

JFK - TSV

JFKTSV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/5

3:30 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Townsville

Mon 11/9

8:40 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$2,155

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/17

8:05 am-3:00 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Wed 10/21

9:25 am-6:08 am

2 stops34h 43m

$2,163

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/3

2:00 am-4:30 am

1 stop36h 30m

Cairns

Sat 9/12

6:45 am-4:20 pm

2 stops47h 35m

$2,184

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Fri 10/30

11:55 pm-9:35 am

3 stops43h 40m

Cairns

Tue 11/3

10:20 am-9:10 pm

3 stops49h 50m

$2,220

New YorkTownsville

JFK - TSV

JFKTSV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 6/25

7:20 pm-6:10 pm

3 stops32h 50m

Townsville

Thu 7/2

11:50 am-6:52 pm

3 stops45h 02m

$2,381

New YorkTownsville

JFK - TSV

JFKTSV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/5

8:15 pm-10:55 am

3 stops47h 40m

Townsville

Mon 11/9

5:15 pm-11:15 am

3 stops57h 00m

$2,407

New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/17

2:00 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Cairns

Wed 10/21

6:50 am-9:29 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$2,749

NewarkTownsville

EWR - TSV

EWRTSV

Newark

Thu 9/17

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops48h 50m

Townsville

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-9:20 pm

3 stops53h 20m

$3,072

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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 New York to Great Barrier Reef takes 34 hours 52 minutes. Flights to Great Barrier Reef from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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 0.8 - 16.9 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 16.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Great Barrier Reef when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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 May 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways to Australia to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,037 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.

FAQs about flying to Great Barrier Reef

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Great Barrier Reef if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers 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, Fiji Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Great Barrier Reef?

    A round-trip flight to Great Barrier Reef will typically cost around $187, however they can be found for as little as $117.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Great Barrier Reef depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Great Barrier Reef, Los Angeles offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Cairns have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the rental car 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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