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July 29 - August 5

Cheapest

Earliest

ADL - Canberra

$350

$249

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September 1 - September 8

ADL - Canberra

$483

$252

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September 3 - September 7

Best

ADL - Canberra

$494

$252

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October 15 - October 19

ADL - Canberra

$247

$253

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October 15 - October 25

ADL - Canberra

$233

$253

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November 27 - November 29

ADL - Canberra

$294

$253

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November 27 - November 30

ADL - Canberra

$296

$253

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November 16 - November 22

ADL - Canberra

$276

$253

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November 16 - November 29

ADL - Canberra

$265

$253

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November 16 - November 30

ADL - Canberra

$265

$253

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Insights for flights from Adelaide to Canberra

The journey from Adelaide to Canberra covers a distance of 970 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This distance means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience between the two cities. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Adelaide to Canberra, new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find suitable fares.

Fares for this route are typically between $174 and $279, with a median price of $227. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. This indicates that finding a particularly low fare might require some flexibility or monitoring.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Canberra, January stands out with a median fare of $137. Other cost-effective months include August, with a median of $167, and September, with a median of $169. Planning your trip during these months could result in more favorable pricing.

Regarding direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the remaining options typically involve one connection. This provides travelers with a choice between the convenience of a direct flight and potentially more varied pricing or scheduling options with a connecting itinerary.

A typical journey from Adelaide to Canberra takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes, including connections. This duration accounts for the total travel time from departure to arrival, encompassing any layovers for connecting flights. Even with a stop, the overall travel time remains manageable for this short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Canberra

Regular price: $285 - $497

Prices for flights from Adelaide to Canberra are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Canberra is between $285 and $497. The current lowest deal is $249 for a flight from Jul 29-Aug 5, provided by kayak.

now $249

Low $285

High $497

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Canberra

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra is January, with a median price of $137. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $296. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $137

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $296

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Direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Canberra

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$364

$254

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

$350

$249

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$392

$257

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$229

$261

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$483

$252

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$494

$252

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Adelaide to Canberra

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$494 → $252

49%

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

$483 → $252

48%

6 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 9

$451 → $261

42%

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$451 → $262

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Canberra

Adelaide - Canberra route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Adelaide to Canberra are above the typical level of $227.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $137 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 25m

The median flight duration for direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra is 3h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights

About 52.8% of recent deals for this route are direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Adelaide to Canberra appear frequently, averaging 1.03 per day.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Canberra, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~6 km from Adelaide city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$249

Canberra main airports to arrive at

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is ideal for reaching Australia's capital city directly from Adelaide.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$249

Airports nearby Canberra used as alternative

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport (SYD) is a major hub offering extensive flight options and frequent connections to Canberra.

📍 ~240 km from Canberra (reachable by bus or rail)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Wagga Wagga (WGA)

Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA) is a significant regional hub for southern NSW, offering domestic flights.

📍 ~170 km from Canberra (requires a ~2.5 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$364

Albury (ABX)

Albury Airport (ABX) provides reliable regional service, useful for southern NSW and Victorian border travel.

📍 ~250 km from Canberra (requires a significant drive)

💸 Flights from ~$366

Moruya (MYA)

Moruya Airport (MYA) is the closest geographical alternative to Canberra, though with limited flights.

📍 ~100 km from Canberra (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Canberra

41% AI deal score

$1,121

From ADL

Elite

Oct 26

Canberra, Australia

39% AI deal score

$819

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Elite

Oct 26

Canberra, Australia

38% AI deal score

$819

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Elite

Jun 18

Canberra, Australia

37% AI deal score

$905

From ADL

Elite

Jun 18

Canberra, Australia

37% AI deal score

$905

From ADL

Elite

Jul 11

Canberra, Australia

34% AI deal score

$1,220

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Canberra

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Adelaide to Canberra are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $191. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees an average price of $242, while flights booked 0-6 days out average $249. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 14-59 days before departure, averaging $363 for 14-27 days and $321 for 28-59 days. For the best value, consider planning your trip well in advance.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Adelaide to Canberra is considered to be $174 or less. The median price for this route historically has been $227. Prices can range, with 75% of observed prices being $279 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $174 threshold.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra, with a median price of $137. August also offers competitive prices, with a median of $167, followed closely by September at $169. The annual median price for this route is $227. Planning your travel during these months could result in significant savings.

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Insights for flights from Adelaide to Canberra

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Canberra

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Canberra

Direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Canberra

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Adelaide to Canberra

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Canberra

Adelaide - Canberra route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in January for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 25m

Mixed availability of direct flights

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Canberra main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Canberra used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Canberra

Best Elite deals to Canberra

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Canberra

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