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How to Travel from

Cairns Airport to Great Barrier Reef Arena

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$826.79

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Sarina
Ave. Duration:
13h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$203.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
12h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$89.04

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
11h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.71–$1,933.23
Train from Proserpine to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.58–$329.84

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable transportation option from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

$70.23 - $95.77

What is the fastest way to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to the Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The fastest way to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to the Great Barrier Reef Arena is to fly which takes 3 hours and 10 minutes and costs $178.77 - $459.69.

How far is it from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Great Barrier Reef Arena is 599 km. The road distance is 743 km.

How can I get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena without using a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena without using a car is to train which takes 12 hours and 34 minutes and costs $35.75 - $2,043.09.

How long does it take to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

It takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY), including transfers and time at the airport.

What are the travel options from Cairns Airport (CNS) to the Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The best option is to fly, which takes 3 hours and 10 minutes and costs between $178.77 and $459.69. You can also take a train, which costs between $35.75 and $2,043.09 and takes 12 hours and 34 minutes. Alternatively, you can travel by bus, which costs between $70.23 and $95.77 and takes 13 hours and 28 minutes.

What is the flight duration from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The quickest flight takes 3 hours and 10 minutes, with one stopover.

How long does it take to drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The driving distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Great Barrier Reef Arena is 743 kilometers. It takes approximately 9 hours and 41 minutes to drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Great Barrier Reef Arena.

Which airlines fly from Cairns Airport to Mackay Airport?

Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Cairns Airport to Mackay Airport.

Where can I find hotels near Great Barrier Reef Arena?

There are 76+ hotels available in Great Barrier Reef Arena. Prices start at $75.75 per night.
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