




The 40 minute Great Barrier Reef Flight is the perfect way to see and gain a full appreciation of the immensity of the Great Barrier Reef. The best time to fly is between 09:30 a.m. and 02:30 p.m. to see the wonderful colours of the Great Barrier Reef. The flight is adequate to gain a feel for the size and structure of the Great Barrier Reef, the 40 minute flight adds that little bit more for those wanting to snap those extra few pics to their portfolio.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Daintree Air have been showing clients the very best of the Great Barrier Reef for over 35 years. We know the best places to view from the air, snorkel from the surface and or dive from below the surface. It has taken us half a life time to learn just a little about the Great Barrier Reef. Let us pass this knowledge and information onto you. The experienced team will advise you on the optimum time for viewing and photographing the the magnificent aqua blue and opal like colors of the Great Barrier Reef. Flights organised between 9:30am and 2:30pm will always be premium times to fly due to the sun being at the best angle overhead the reef. The route flown will usually take in Green Island, Upolu Cay, Oyster, Arlington, Vlassof and Michaelmas Reefs as well as views of Cape Grafton, False Cape, Double Island and the Northern Beaches of Cairns including Palm Cove.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
40-Minute Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight from Cairns lasts about 40 min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $177 per person for this Cairns and the Tropical North experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is Please Check in 20- 30 mins before the flight. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, DE, EN, EN, EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 27 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infant under 2 year-old sit on laps free of charge - body weight requested
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 874 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Daintree Air Services.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
40-Minute Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight from Cairns | 40 min | 4.9 (874) | $177 | |
Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight | 8h 30min | 4.7 (370) | $312 | View |
Great Barrier Reef or Rainforest Scenic Flights from Port Douglas | 30 min–1h | 4.9 (73) | $346 | View |
Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns | 8h 30min | 4.6 (1,358) | $195 | View |
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns | 8h 30min | 4.7 (3,949) | $195 | View |
Ultimate Great Barrier Reef and Rainforest 45-minute Helicopter Tour | 45 min | 4.8 (63) | $483 | View |
Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran | 9 hours | 4.9 (2,691) | $195 | View |