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R43 299+ Cheap flights to Great Barrier Reef

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— CNS
Nov 24 — Dec 11
1 adult

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/1

17:15-22:30

1 stop21h 15m

Cairns

Thu 9/1

18:20-14:45

1 stop28h 25m

R43 299

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/1

17:15-22:30

1 stop21h 15m

Cairns

Thu 9/1

20:35-14:45

2 stops26h 10m

R43 390

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/1

22:20-12:05

2 stops29h 45m

Cairns

Thu 9/1

12:45-10:25

3 stops53h 40m

R59 622

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Deals found on 17/11

Flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2024

Find the latest flights to Great Barrier Reef in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 620 664 searches and data was last updated on 19 November 2024.

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R43 299

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February

Average price

R25 965
2/1-9/1
  • 2/1-9/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairns
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2024

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Thu 2/117:15JNB - CNS
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/118:20CNS - JNB
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11R43 299
Thu 2/117:15JNB - CNS
1 stop21h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 9/120:35CNS - JNB
2 stops26h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11R43 390
Thu 2/122:20JNB - CNS
2 stops29h 45mEmirates
Thu 9/112:45CNS - JNB
3 stops53h 40mEmirates
Deal found 17/11R59 622

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Travel insights for flights to Great Barrier Reef

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How long is the flight to Great Barrier Reef?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef takes 21 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Great Barrier Reef from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Great Barrier Reef are Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Emirates.

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 mm 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 19 November 2024.
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,6
Good
819 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 489 reviews

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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

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  • What is the best airline to fly to Great Barrier Reef?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Great Barrier Reef.

  • 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 km away from Cairns).

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