Are direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient option, saving time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are willing to spend extra time traveling. Weigh your priorities between cost savings and travel duration.

Can flexible travel dates help on Canberra to Brisbane flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Canberra to Brisbane flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes or making changes to your reservation. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Canberra to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Brisbane

The journey from Canberra to Brisbane covers a distance of 956 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This route typically sees fares ranging from $318 to $652, with a median price of $440. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Canberra to Brisbane are below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Brisbane, you will find that July is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $165. January also offers lower prices, with a median of $184. Even December presents a more competitive median fare of $290 compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries from Canberra to Brisbane involve connections, with only 35% of recent fares being non-stop. For the remaining flights, the typical number of connections is 1 stopover. New deals for this route show up several times a week, indicating a regular cadence of price changes.

A typical journey from Canberra to Brisbane, including connections, takes approximately 6h 10m. For direct flights, the median flight time is considerably shorter at 1h 40m. This difference highlights the impact of stopovers on the overall travel duration for this route.

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Brisbane

Regular price: A$243 - A$445

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

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Brisbane is AUD243 to AUD445. The current lowest deal is AUD259 with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 20 to Oct 29.

now A$259

Low A$243

High A$445

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Brisbane is July, with a median price of $181. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $648. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from A$181

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$648

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Brisbane

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$425

A$377

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$380

A$337

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$378

A$337

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$328

A$268

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$255

A$268

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$303

A$268

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 25

A$590 → A$472

20%

3 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 26

A$590 → A$472

20%

1 night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

A$589 → A$472

20%

4 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 27

A$589 → A$472

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

Canberra - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Canberra to Brisbane are below the typical level at $259.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $165 for flights to Brisbane.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 40m

The typical direct flight from Canberra to Brisbane takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

35% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 35% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that provides direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are available regularly

Deals for flights from Canberra to Brisbane are available on a regular basis.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Brisbane, offering direct routes.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$259

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a primary gateway to Brisbane, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~A$256

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic flights.

📍 ~90 km from Brisbane (reachable by car, train, and bus, but expect heavy traffic congestion).

💸 Flights from ~A$179

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

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Best Elite deals to Brisbane

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

From CBR

Elite

Apr 08

Brisbane, Australia

41% AI deal score

$724

$713

Save $11

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 29

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 29

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 29

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

To find cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, may help secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time is usually a good strategy. Mid-week bookings might also sometimes offer savings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide alternative flight options or potentially lower fares, depending on your destination. While not always necessary, it can be a useful strategy for finding more choices. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach these alternative airports.

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Canberra to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Brisbane

Regular price: A$243 - A$445

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

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Brisbane is AUD243 to AUD445. The current lowest deal is AUD259 with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 20 to Oct 29.

now A$259

Low A$243

High A$445

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

July

Cheapest

Flights from A$181

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$648

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Brisbane

Sat, Oct 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$425

A$377

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$380

A$337

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$378

A$337

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$328

A$268

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$255

A$268

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Brisbane

Canberra (CBR) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$303

A$268

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 25

A$590 → A$472

20%

3 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 26

A$590 → A$472

20%

1 night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

A$589 → A$472

20%

4 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 27

A$589 → A$472

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

Canberra - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Canberra to Brisbane are below the typical level at $259.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $165 for flights to Brisbane.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 40m

The typical direct flight from Canberra to Brisbane takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

35% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 35% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that provides direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are available regularly

Deals for flights from Canberra to Brisbane are available on a regular basis.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Brisbane, offering direct routes.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$259

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a primary gateway to Brisbane, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~A$256

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic flights.

📍 ~90 km from Brisbane (reachable by car, train, and bus, but expect heavy traffic congestion).

💸 Flights from ~A$179

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Canberra to Brisbane.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

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

From CBR

Elite

Apr 08

Brisbane, Australia

41% AI deal score

$724

$713

Save $11

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 29

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 28

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 29

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 29

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CBR

Elite

Mar 25

Brisbane, Australia

39% AI deal score

$675

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

Cheap Flights from Canberra to Brisbane

Today’s best flight deals from Canberra to Brisbane

Canberra to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

Direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

Canberra - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Direct flights average 1h 40m

35% of recent flights are direct

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are available regularly

Canberra main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

Apr 08

Mar 28

Mar 28

Mar 28

Mar 29

Mar 28

Mar 29

Mar 29

Mar 25

Mar 25

Mar 25

Mar 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

How can I find cheap flights from Canberra to Brisbane?

When should I book flights from Canberra to Brisbane?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Canberra to Brisbane?

Are direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Canberra to Brisbane flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Canberra to Brisbane flights?

Related routes

More routes from Canberra

Flights to Brisbane from other cities

Canberra to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

Direct flights from Canberra to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Brisbane

Canberra - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Direct flights average 1h 40m

35% of recent flights are direct

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are available regularly

Canberra main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

Apr 08

Mar 28

Mar 28

Mar 28

Mar 29

Mar 28

Mar 29

Mar 29

Mar 25

Mar 25

Mar 25

Mar 25

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

How can I find cheap flights from Canberra to Brisbane?

When should I book flights from Canberra to Brisbane?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Canberra to Brisbane?