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Cheap flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef from $303

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — CNS
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Great Barrier Reef (zzYJV). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$600

One-way from

$303
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 3/3-7/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 7/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Fri 27/1218:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/113:00CNS - DRW
1 stop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,170
Thu 26/1218:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 1/114:50CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,211
Thu 26/1205:45DRW - CNS
2 stops5h 15mAirnorth
Wed 1/113:00CNS - DRW
1 stop3h 30mAirnorth
Deal found 17/12$1,222
Wed 25/1200:40DRW - CNS
2 stops12h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 1/111:40CNS - DRW
2 stops12h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$1,688
Sat 21/1213:05DRW - TSV
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/120:15TSV - DRW
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$2,218
Sat 21/1200:10DRW - CNS
2 stops14h 25mJetstar
Sat 4/118:20CNS - DRW
3 stops29h 40mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$3,081

Find flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef within your budget

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DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Mon 3/3

18:00-20:55

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Fri 7/3

14:50-16:55

Nonstop2h 35m

$600

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 17/1

00:10-17:35

1 stop16h 55m

Cairns

Sat 25/1

14:50-16:55

Nonstop2h 35m

$633

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 19/1

00:25-09:10

1 stop8h 15m

Townsville

Sat 25/1

06:05-12:35

1 stop7h 00m

$699

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Sat 18/1

07:30-11:30

1 stop3h 30m

Cairns

Sat 25/1

13:00-16:00

1 stop3h 30m

$751

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Mon 3/3

16:15-08:30

1 stop15h 45m

Cairns

Fri 7/3

06:40-23:20

1 stop17h 10m

$754

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Wed 8/1

13:20-23:15

1 stop9h 25m

Cairns

Wed 15/1

06:00-12:35

1 stop7h 05m

$773

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Mon 20/1

13:20-22:00

1 stop8h 10m

Townsville

Sat 25/1

06:05-12:35

1 stop7h 00m

$784

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sun 19/1

00:25-09:10

1 stop8h 15m

Townsville

Sat 25/1

20:45-00:20

3 stops28h 05m

$1,100

DarwinCairns

DRW - CNS

DRWCNS

Darwin

Tue 7/1

18:00-20:55

Nonstop2h 25m

$303

DarwinTownsville

DRW - TSV

DRWTSV

Darwin

Sat 11/1

00:10-08:20

1 stop31h 40m

$332

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

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Travel insights for flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef (average of $192). Flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 DRW to YJV?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin 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 19 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

Explore weekly flight availability from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

The most flights from DRW to zzYJV are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 19 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef, such as Jetstar and Virgin Australia. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef, you will be flying from Darwin. Darwin (DRW) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city.

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

    This flight path from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef was viewed by 407 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 Darwin to Great Barrier Reef one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef are Qantas Airways ($303), Jetstar ($332), and Virgin Australia ($343).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef on time: Alliance Airlines (75%), Qantas Airways (65%), Jetstar (60%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $616 for a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef. The cheapest flight overall is $272 while the most popular route, (Darwin - Cairns) is currently priced at $595.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef (average of $192). Flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Darwin to Great Barrier Reef

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$287Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$368Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$454Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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