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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef from $170

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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CNS
8 Mar — 15 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 3 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$434

One-way from

$170

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$964
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/4-10/4
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($457 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 March 2025.

Fri 4/408:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Thu 10/422:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 2/3$434
Fri 4/408:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/416:55CNS - CHC
2 stops12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$734
Fri 7/1120:10CHC - CNS
2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 21/1109:00CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/3$1,080
Sun 16/306:00CHC - CNS
1 stop8h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 23/309:05CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/3$1,150

Find flights from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 3 March 2025.

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

Great Barrier Reef

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 4/4

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Thu 10/4

22:55-05:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$434

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 4/4

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Thu 10/4

16:55-07:50

2 stops12h 55m

$734

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 16/3

06:00-11:50

1 stop8h 50m

Cairns

Sun 23/3

09:05-00:15

1 stop12h 10m

$1,150

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 17/8

05:45-18:00

2 stops14h 15m

Cairns

Sun 24/8

06:00-19:35

2 stops11h 35m

$1,569

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 30/5

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$170

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 5/5

20:30-23:35

2 stops29h 05m

$386

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 14/4

17:45-17:50

1 stop26h 05m

$523

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 21/5

10:00-22:50

2 stops14h 50m

$539

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 1/5

09:40-22:50

3 stops15h 10m

$1,189

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

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef (average of $459). Flying from Christchurch 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 CHC to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch 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 3 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef as you normally would.

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 3 March 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,237 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,237 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,237 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
456 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,237 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
812 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,237 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Jetstar
6.5
Okay
438 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,237 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

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

    Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef.

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

    This flight path from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef was viewed by 169 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $170 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from $523 and Air New Zealand from $539 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef is $242. On average you can expect to pay $657. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Cairns), can usually be booked for $455.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef?

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Great Barrier Reef (average of $459). Flying from Christchurch 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$576Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$773Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$922Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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