Are there direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide?

Yes, direct flights are available from Canberra to Adelaide. Historically, direct flights have accounted for 27.8% of all flight options on this route across the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are also a significant part of the available choices.

How many hours is the flight from Canberra to Adelaide?

A direct flight from Canberra to Adelaide typically takes 1 hour and 55 minutes. This corresponds to a median flight time of 115 minutes for non-stop journeys. If your flight includes one stop, the median duration increases significantly to 5 hours and 20 minutes, or 320 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 970 kilometers.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Canberra to Adelaide?

Historically, flying with a layover from Canberra to Adelaide has been slightly cheaper, with a connecting flight median price of $241. Direct flights, on the other hand, had a median price of $253 across the trailing 90 days. This represents a premium of 5% for choosing a direct flight. While direct flights made up 44.3% of the options, connecting flights generally offered a more economical choice.

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Canberra to Adelaide: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Adelaide

Fares for flights from Canberra to Adelaide typically range from $249–$566, with a median price of $315. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Only about 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Canberra to Adelaide may require some flexibility.

For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Adelaide, the data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $171. February follows closely with a median of $175, and September also presents a more economical option at $212.

A typical journey from Canberra to Adelaide takes about 1h 55m for a direct flight. However, most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical connecting journey taking 5h 20m including connections. The overall median journey time, including both direct and connecting flights, is 1h 55m.

The route from Canberra to Adelaide covers a distance of 970 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Adelaide

Regular price: A$229 - A$427

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

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Adelaide is AUD 229 to AUD 427. The current lowest deal is AUD 335 with Virgin Australia Regional Airlines for travel from Feb 11-Feb 12.

now A$335

Low A$229

High A$427

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Adelaide

The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Adelaide is January, with a median price of $173. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $517. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$173

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$517

Jan

Feb

Mar

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Jul

Aug

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Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide

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Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$866

A$478

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$764

A$493

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$864

A$535

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

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Jetstar

A$738

A$447

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$737

A$461

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$812

A$479

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 3

A$815 → A$469

42%

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A$812 → A$478

41%

1 night

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A$795 → A$479

40%

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

A$727 → A$447

39%

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Canberra - Adelaide route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Canberra to Adelaide are above the typical level at $335.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, February, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 55m

Direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide typically take 1h 55m, while connecting flights average 5h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 27.8% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Canberra to Adelaide are frequent.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Adelaide, offering direct access.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$360

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Adelaide and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$371

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport is a major international hub with significantly more flight options than Adelaide, ideal for international or long-haul travel.

📍 ~650 km from Adelaide (requires approximately 8 hours of driving or a short connecting flight)

💸 Flights from ~A$191

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Adelaide

Historically, the sweet spot for booking flights from Canberra to Adelaide to secure the cheapest prices is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $250. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $413. For those planning further ahead, prices for bookings made 60+ days out averaged around $264 across the trailing quarter.

A good deal for a flight from Canberra to Adelaide is considered to be $249 or less. This threshold is based on historical pricing data from the trailing 90 days, representing the 25th percentile of prices. The median price for this route has typically been $315, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $566. Therefore, aiming for prices at or below $249 indicates a favorable fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Canberra to Adelaide are January and February, with median prices of $171 and $175 respectively. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $212. Across the trailing 270 days, the annual median price for this route was $315. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months for their journeys.

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Canberra to Adelaide: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Adelaide

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Adelaide

Regular price: A$229 - A$427

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

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Adelaide is AUD 229 to AUD 427. The current lowest deal is AUD 335 with Virgin Australia Regional Airlines for travel from Feb 11-Feb 12.

now A$335

Low A$229

High A$427

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Adelaide

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$173

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$517

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Adelaide

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$866

A$478

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$764

A$493

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$864

A$535

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$738

A$447

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$737

A$461

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Adelaide

Canberra (CBR) - Adelaide (ADL)

Jetstar

A$812

A$479

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 3

A$815 → A$469

42%

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A$812 → A$478

41%

1 night

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A$795 → A$479

40%

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

A$727 → A$447

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Adelaide

Canberra - Adelaide route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Canberra to Adelaide are above the typical level at $335.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, February, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 55m

Direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide typically take 1h 55m, while connecting flights average 5h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 27.8% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Canberra to Adelaide are frequent.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Adelaide, offering direct access.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$360

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Adelaide and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$371

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport is a major international hub with significantly more flight options than Adelaide, ideal for international or long-haul travel.

Adelaide, Australia

68% AI deal score

$821

$572

Save $249

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Adelaide

Cheap Flights from Canberra to Adelaide

Today’s best flight deals from Canberra to Adelaide

Canberra to Adelaide: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Adelaide

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Adelaide

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Adelaide

Direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Adelaide

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

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Adelaide

Canberra - Adelaide route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 1h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Canberra main airports to depart from

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Adelaide

Best Elite deals to Adelaide

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Feb 21

Nov 15

Oct 19

Dec 04

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Dec 04

Nov 22

Nov 15

Oct 25

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Jan 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Adelaide

How early should I book Canberra to Adelaide flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Canberra to Adelaide flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Canberra to Adelaide?

Are there direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide?

How many hours is the flight from Canberra to Adelaide?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Canberra to Adelaide?

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Flights to Adelaide from other cities

Canberra to Adelaide: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Adelaide

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Adelaide

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Adelaide

Direct flights from Canberra to Adelaide

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Adelaide

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

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Adelaide

Canberra - Adelaide route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January offers the lowest median prices

Direct flights average 1h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Canberra main airports to depart from

Adelaide main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Adelaide used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Adelaide

Best Elite deals to Adelaide

Sep 27

Feb 21

Nov 15

Oct 19

Dec 04

Feb 19

Dec 04

Nov 22

Nov 15

Oct 25

Oct 25

Jan 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Adelaide

How early should I book Canberra to Adelaide flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Canberra to Adelaide flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Canberra to Adelaide?