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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef from $309

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef flight deals. Data was last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$428

One-way from

$367

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$974
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/5-20/5
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($130 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 New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 12/507:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Tue 20/522:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$428
Sat 17/506:40AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop20h 30mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$686
Mon 5/506:40AKL - CNS
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/516:55CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$717
Wed 11/607:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/619:00CNS - CHC
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$721
Thu 8/506:40AKL - TSV
1 stop27h 30mJetstar
Thu 15/521:20TSV - AKL
1 stop29h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$744
Thu 8/512:40ZQN - CNS
1 stop22h 30mJetstar
Thu 15/521:30CNS - ZQN
1 stop20h 10mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$827
Sat 10/515:50WLG - CNS
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/522:55CNS - WLG
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$859
Sat 10/521:10WLG - CNS
2 stops22h 00mJetstar
Sun 18/522:55CNS - WLG
1 stop18h 05mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$869
Mon 5/506:15WLG - CNS
1 stop16h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 12/519:00CNS - WLG
1 stop17h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$876
Mon 14/715:15AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 11/817:20CNS - AKL
1 stop18h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$899
Mon 5/510:40AKL - TSV
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/521:20TSV - AKL
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$899
Sun 24/818:00ZQN - CNS
1 stop17h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 31/806:00CNS - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/3$922

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

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Return

Price

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 12/5

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Tue 20/5

22:55-05:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$428

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 17/5

06:40-20:55

1 stop16h 15m

Cairns

Sat 24/5

06:00-04:30

1 stop20h 30m

$686

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

06:40-08:25

1 stop27h 45m

Cairns

Wed 14/5

16:55-04:30

1 stop9h 35m

$717

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 11/6

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Fri 20/6

19:00-20:15

2 stops23h 15m

$721

AucklandTownsville

AKL - TSV

AKLTSV

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/5

06:40-08:10

1 stop27h 30m

Townsville

Thu 15/5

21:20-04:45

1 stop29h 25m

$744

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/5

12:40-09:10

1 stop22h 30m

Cairns

Thu 15/5

21:30-19:40

1 stop20h 10m

$827

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/5

16:05-09:10

2 stops43h 05m

Cairns

Thu 15/5

21:30-19:40

1 stop20h 10m

$833

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sat 10/5

15:50-08:25

1 stop18h 35m

Cairns

Sun 18/5

22:55-07:35

1 stop30h 40m

$859

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sat 10/5

21:10-17:10

2 stops22h 00m

Cairns

Sun 18/5

22:55-19:00

1 stop18h 05m

$869

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Mon 5/5

06:15-20:40

1 stop16h 25m

Cairns

Mon 12/5

19:00-14:45

1 stop17h 45m

$876

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 25 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand 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 25 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
China Southern
7.4
Good
91 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Great Barrier Reef (average of $459). Flying from New Zealand 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$527Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$748Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$812Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$818Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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