Can I fly direct from Adelaide to Canberra?

Yes, direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra are available. Historically, approximately 42.4% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a connection, travelers typically experience one stopover. This means that while direct options are common, connecting flights are also a significant portion of the available routes.

How long is the flight from Adelaide to Canberra?

The typical direct flight from Adelaide to Canberra has a duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 970 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, take considerably longer, with a median duration of 5 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey, as direct options offer a much quicker travel time.

How often do cheap flights from Adelaide to Canberra come up?

Based on historical trends, cheap flights from Adelaide to Canberra come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deal availability across the trailing 30 days. Travelers looking for economical options on this route can expect to find them regularly. This consistent availability makes it easier to find a good price for your journey.

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To Canberra

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2027-01-18 – 2027-01-31
ADL - Canberra
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A$332
A$358
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Adelaide to Canberra: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Canberra

Flights from Adelaide to Canberra cover a distance of 970 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Adelaide to Canberra are typically $201–$433, with a median of $253. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better pricing.

For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Canberra, the data indicates that January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $137. Following closely, August offers a median fare of $167, and September also presents competitive pricing with a median of $169.

When considering direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra, 42.4% of recent itineraries are non-stop, indicating a mixed availability of direct and connecting options. For the remaining itineraries, which include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Adelaide to Canberra takes 1h 35m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both non-stop flights and those with one or more stopovers. Non-stop flights on this route have a median duration of 1h 35m, while connecting itineraries typically take around 5h 30m.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Canberra

Regular price: A$275 - A$637

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

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Canberra is between AUD 275 and AUD 637. The current lowest deal is AUD 358 with Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, for travel from Jan 18-Jan 31.

now A$358

Low A$275

High A$637

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Canberra

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra is September, with a median price of $173. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $349. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from A$173

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$349

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Direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Canberra

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

A$833

A$555

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

A$762

A$514

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

A$770

A$515

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

A$771

A$517

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

A$659

A$442

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Canberra

Adelaide (ADL) - Canberra (CBR)

Jetstar

A$740

A$458

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

A$732 → A$388

47%

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

A$708 → A$366

48%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

A$729 → A$395

46%

5 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 8

A$723 → A$424

41%

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 for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra, with a median price of $173.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m

The median flight time for a direct flight from Adelaide to Canberra is 1 hour and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

42.4% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 42.4% of flights from Adelaide to Canberra are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines provides direct flights on the Adelaide to Canberra route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider connecting flights for more options

Connecting flights typically take 5h 30m, offering an alternative to direct routes.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~7 km from Adelaide city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$354

Canberra main airports to arrive at

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is ideal for direct access to the capital from Adelaide.

📍 ~7 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~A$370

Airports nearby Canberra used as alternative

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport offers an extensive flight network and frequency, making it a robust alternative for Canberra travelers.

📍 ~240 km from Canberra (approximately 3 hours by road, reachable by bus or train).

💸 Flights from ~A$219

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Canberra

70% AI deal score

$688

$480

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Canberra

Historically, the best prices for flights from Adelaide to Canberra are found when booking 60+ days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was $191. In contrast, booking 7-13 days out typically resulted in an average price of $242, while flights booked 0-6 days before departure averaged $249. Planning ahead by at least two months generally offers the most significant savings.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Adelaide to Canberra is considered to be $201 or less. The median price for this route was $253. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically observed at $433 or below. Aiming for a price at or below $201 would place your fare among the more economical options.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra, with a median price of $137. August and September also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $167 and $169 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $253, indicating that these months typically provide significant savings compared to the yearly average. Planning your travel for these months could result in a more budget-friendly trip.

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Adelaide to Canberra: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Canberra

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Canberra

Regular price: A$275 - A$637

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

now A$358

Low A$275

High A$637

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Canberra

September

Cheapest

Flights from A$173

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$349

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec