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Cheap flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef from $308

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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$665

One-way from

$308

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$971
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/5-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • Auckland to Great Barrier Reef
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4/4
  • 4/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • Auckland to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Sun 4/519:50AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mJetstar
Tue 20/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop20h 30mJetstar
Deal found 21/3$665
Wed 30/417:05AKL - CNS
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/516:55CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$666
Tue 1/406:40AKL - TSV
1 stop28h 30mJetstar
Tue 8/421:20TSV - AKL
1 stop29h 10mJetstar
Deal found 20/3$701
Mon 5/506:40AKL - TSV
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/521:20TSV - AKL
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$826
Mon 14/715:55AKL - CNS
1 stop8h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 11/806:00CNS - AKL
1 stop15h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/3$917
Mon 14/707:10AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 11/811:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/3$1,018
Sun 15/606:10AKL - CNS
1 stop13h 40mEmirates
Thu 19/612:15CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 55mEmirates
Deal found 21/3$1,042
Tue 10/621:25AKL - CNS
2 stops64h 10mChina Southern
Thu 19/612:15CNS - AKL
2 stops49h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 21/3$8,159
Fri 9/519:45AKL - CNS
2 stops46h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/506:00CNS - AKL
2 stops46h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/3$21,100

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

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Auckland

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Great Barrier Reef

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 4/5

19:50-10:40

1 stop16h 50m

Cairns

Tue 20/5

06:00-04:30

1 stop20h 30m

$665

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/4

17:05-23:35

1 stop8h 30m

Cairns

Wed 14/5

16:55-04:30

1 stop9h 35m

$666

AucklandTownsville

AKL - TSV

AKLTSV

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/4

06:40-08:10

1 stop28h 30m

Townsville

Tue 8/4

21:20-04:30

1 stop29h 10m

$701

AucklandTownsville

AKL - TSV

AKLTSV

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

06:40-08:20

1 stop27h 40m

Townsville

Mon 12/5

21:20-04:30

1 stop29h 10m

$826

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 14/7

15:55-22:50

1 stop8h 55m

Cairns

Mon 11/8

06:00-23:55

1 stop15h 55m

$917

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 14/7

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Mon 11/8

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,018

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/6

06:10-17:50

1 stop13h 40m

Cairns

Thu 19/6

12:15-00:10

1 stop9h 55m

$1,042

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

21:25-11:35

2 stops64h 10m

Cairns

Mon 12/5

12:15-15:35

2 stops49h 20m

$8,098

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 9/5

19:45-15:55

2 stops46h 10m

Cairns

Sun 18/5

06:00-06:00

2 stops46h 00m

$21,100

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/4

06:40-23:20

1 stop19h 40m

$308

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

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef (average of $459). Flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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 AKL to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 22 March 2025.

When flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 inches 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 22 March 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
China Southern
7.5
Good
90 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,192 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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

    Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef. It is only a 17.9 km journey to Auckland Intl (AKL) from Auckland’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Great Barrier Reef flight route?

    Flights from Auckland Intl to Great Barrier Reef have been viewed 198 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef one-way?

    $343 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $452 and $471, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef?

    The cheapest flight price from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef is $366. On average you can expect to pay $737. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Cairns), can usually be booked for $612.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Great Barrier Reef flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef (average of $459). Flying from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef in December is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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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JetstarCheapest$641Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$866Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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