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October 19 - October 22

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CBR - Sydney

$214

$190

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October 19 - October 23

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CBR - Sydney

$214

$190

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October 17 - October 22

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Earliest

CBR - Sydney

$214

$191

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October 17 - October 19

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CBR - Sydney

$214

$191

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October 17 - October 23

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CBR - Sydney

$210

$191

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October 17 - October 28

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CBR - Sydney

$191

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October 17 - October 26

Earliest

CBR - Sydney

$205

$191

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October 17 - October 21

Best

Earliest

CBR - Sydney

$214

$191

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October 19 - October 28

CBR - Sydney

$205

$191

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October 19 - October 26

CBR - Sydney

$210

$191

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Insights for flights from Canberra to Sydney

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Canberra to Sydney, prices typically range from $190–$355, with a median of $280. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging, though new deals appear almost daily.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Sydney? The most affordable month to fly is typically September, with a median fare of $148. Other cost-effective options include February, where the median fare is $166, and April, with a median fare of $184.

For this route, 83.1% of itineraries are non-stop, meaning almost all itineraries are non-stop. This high share of direct flights from Canberra to Sydney provides convenient travel options, with connecting flights typically involving 1 stopover.

A typical journey from Canberra to Sydney takes about 1h 55m, including any connections. This relatively short duration makes the route a convenient option for travelers. The distance between Canberra and Sydney is 236 km, classifying it as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Sydney

Regular price: $169 - $265

Prices for flights from Canberra to Sydney are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Sydney is between 169 USD and 265 USD. The current lowest deal is 190 USD with Virgin Australia Regional Airlines. This deal is for travel from Oct 19-Oct 22.

now $190

Low $169

High $265

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Sydney

Flights from Canberra to Sydney are cheapest in September, with a median price of $148. The most expensive month to fly is January, with a median price of $401. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $148

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $401

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Direct flights from Canberra to Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Sydney

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$416

$323

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$275

$215

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$284

$224

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$284

$260

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

$295

$262

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$351

$317

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 25

$406 → $260

36%

1 night

Oct 24 - Oct 25

$404 → $260

36%

7 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 25

$401 → $260

35%

6 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 25

$400 → $260

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Sydney

Canberra - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Canberra to Sydney are near the typical level for the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $148

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Sydney, with a median price of $148.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 55m

The typical direct flight from Canberra to Sydney takes 1 hour and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

83% of deals are direct

Historically, 83% of deals for this route are for direct flights, with frequent availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights from Canberra to Sydney.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available often

Good prices for flights from Canberra to Sydney are available frequently, with 1 deal per day.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Sydney.

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

💸 Flights from ~$190

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is the primary international airport serving Sydney, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$190

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Newcastle (NTL)

Cheapest

Newcastle Airport (NTL) is a significant regional airport that can be a useful alternative for northern Sydney.

📍 ~135 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$258

Coffs Harbour (CFS)

Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) is a well-established regional airport with multiple carriers for your journey.

📍 ~420 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$338

Port Macquarie (PQQ)

Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) offers reliable regional connectivity, with multiple daily flights available.

📍 ~340 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$352

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Canberra to Sydney are found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $189. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $352. For bookings made 14-27 days out, the average price is around $243. Prices tend to increase further for bookings made 28-59 days in advance, averaging $301, and for those made 60+ days out, averaging $315.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Canberra to Sydney is considered to be $190 or less. The median price for this route has historically been $280. Prices can go up significantly, with 75% of prices observed at $355 or below. Therefore, if you find a flight at or below $190, it represents a strong value based on past trends.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Canberra to Sydney are September, with a median price of $148, and February, with a median price of $166. April also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $184. The annual median price for this route is $280, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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