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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Canberra

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Today’s best flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Melbourne to Canberra

July 23 - July 27

Cheapest

MEL - Canberra

$150

$113

Round trip

July 22 - July 27

Cheapest

MEL - Canberra

$145

$113

Round trip

August 26 - August 29

Cheapest

MEL - Canberra

$145

$113

Round trip

September 2 - September 3

Cheapest
Best

MEL - Canberra

$235

$113

Round trip

July 25 - July 27

MEL - Canberra

$149

$114

Round trip

July 22 - July 29

MEL - Canberra

$143

$124

Round trip

July 23 - July 29

MEL - Canberra

$143

$124

Round trip

July 7 - July 21

MEL - Canberra

$134

$124

Round trip

July 2 - July 22

Earliest

MEL - Canberra

$131

$124

Round trip

July 2 - July 21

Earliest

MEL - Canberra

$132

$124

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Canberra

Fares for flights from Melbourne to Canberra typically range from $117–$386, with a median of $171. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for travelers seeking cheap flights from Melbourne to Canberra.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Canberra? The data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $109. Following closely are December and January, both with median fares of $117, making these periods attractive for budget-conscious travelers.
A typical journey from Melbourne to Canberra takes about 2h 15m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect at least once. When connecting, most itineraries involve one stopover.
The route from Melbourne to Canberra covers a distance of 470 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This makes it a convenient option for quick travel between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Canberra

Regular price: $121 - $207

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

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Canberra is between $121 and $207. The current lowest deal is $113 with Jetstar for travel from Jul 23-Jul 27.

now $113

Low $121

High $207

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Canberra

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Canberra is September, with a median price of $109. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $338. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $109

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $338

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra

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Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Canberra

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Canberra

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$130

$130

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Canberra

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$131

$124

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Canberra

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$132

$124

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Canberra

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$134

$124

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Canberra

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$148

$136

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Canberra

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

$152

$136

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 2 - Sep 3

$235  →  $113

52%

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

$241  →  $136

43%

3 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 7

$241  →  $136

43%

3 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 8

$241  →  $137

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Canberra

Melbourne - Canberra route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Canberra are below the typical level, with prices around $113.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Canberra, with a median price of $109.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 15m

The typical direct flight from Melbourne to Canberra takes 2 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available on this route

Deals from Melbourne to Canberra are frequent, with over one deal per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is a prominent airline offering direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra.

🎯 Booking tip

Book during cheaper months for savings

Consider booking your flight for September, December, or January for historically lower prices.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary option for flights from Melbourne to Canberra.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) is another choice for flights from Melbourne to Canberra.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$298

Canberra main airports to arrive at

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Canberra.

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

💸 Flights from ~$113

Airports nearby Canberra used as alternative

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a major international and domestic hub with an extensive flight network.

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

💸 Flights from ~$79

Wagga Wagga (WGA)

Wagga Wagga Airport is a significant regional hub for southern NSW with multiple daily flights.

📍 ~180 km from Canberra (requires a 2.5 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$263

Albury (ABX)

Albury Airport offers reliable regional service and is an alternative for southern NSW and Victorian border travel.

📍 ~245 km from Canberra (significant driving distance)

💸 Flights from ~$318

Moruya (MYA)

Moruya Airport is the closest alternative geographically to the Canberra region.

📍 ~115 km from Canberra

💸 Flights from ~$399

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Canberra

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Best Elite deals to Canberra

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MEL

Elite

Sep 06

Canberra, Australia

44% AI deal score

$641

$532

Save $109

From MEL

Elite

Sep 25

Canberra, Australia

43% AI deal score

$604

$529

Save $75

From MEL

Elite

Sep 25

Canberra, Australia

43% AI deal score

$601

$529

Save $72

From MEL

Elite

Sep 29

Canberra, Australia

43% AI deal score

$618

$532

Save $86

From MEL

Elite

Sep 29

Canberra, Australia

43% AI deal score

$601

$532

Save $69

From MEL

Elite

Sep 25

Canberra, Australia

42% AI deal score

$583

$529

Save $54

From MEL

Elite

Sep 25

Canberra, Australia

42% AI deal score

$580

$529

Save $51

From MEL

Elite

Sep 25

Canberra, Australia

42% AI deal score

$580

$529

Save $51

From MEL

Elite

Sep 25

Canberra, Australia

42% AI deal score

$589

$529

Save $60

From MEL

Elite

Sep 25

Canberra, Australia

42% AI deal score

$580

$529

Save $51

From MEL

Elite

Oct 06

Canberra, Australia

42% AI deal score

$594

$532

Save $62

From MEL

Elite

Oct 14

Canberra, Australia

42% AI deal score

$587

$532

Save $55

From MEL

Elite

Aug 24

Canberra, Australia

41% AI deal score

$575

$532

Save $43

From MEL

Elite

Aug 22

Canberra, Australia

41% AI deal score

$583

$532

Save $51

From MEL

Elite

Aug 14

Canberra, Australia

40% AI deal score

$561

$532

Save $29

From MEL

Elite

Aug 18

Canberra, Australia

40% AI deal score

$561

$532

Save $29

From MEL

Elite

Jul 14

Canberra, Australia

38% AI deal score

$532

From MEL

Elite

Jul 25

Canberra, Australia

38% AI deal score

$532

From MEL

Elite

Jul 23

Canberra, Australia

38% AI deal score

$532

From MEL

Elite

Jul 23

Canberra, Australia

38% AI deal score

$532

From MEL

Elite

Jul 15

Canberra, Australia

38% AI deal score

$532

From MEL

Elite

Jul 16

Canberra, Australia

38% AI deal score

$532

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Canberra

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Melbourne to Canberra is typically 14-27 days before departure. Within this period, the average price observed was $176. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $473. For bookings made 60+ days out, the average price was around $279, indicating that prices tend to be higher further in advance compared to the ideal window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Melbourne to Canberra is considered to be $117 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $171. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $386 or less. This data is based on a 90-day analysis of flight prices.

Historically, September, December, and January have offered the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Canberra. The median price in September was $109, while December and January both had a median price of $117. The annual median price for this route is $171, indicating that these months typically provide savings compared to the yearly average.

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