Are there direct flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

Yes, direct flights are available from Canberra to Melbourne. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 46.5% of the flights on this route were direct. For flights that included a stopover, travelers typically experienced one stop before reaching their destination.

How many hours is the flight from Canberra to Melbourne?

A direct flight from Canberra to Melbourne typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 470 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically had a median duration of 5 hours and 35 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time compared to direct options, which average 75 minutes.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

Historically, good prices on flights from Canberra to Melbourne have been frequent. This route is consistently identified as one that often presents favorable deals for travelers. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has shown a consistent pattern of available deals.

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August 1 - August 4

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CBR - Melbourne

A$526

A$170

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August 11 - August 12

CBR - Melbourne

A$259

A$171

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CBR - Melbourne

A$242

A$171

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August 5 - August 12

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A$244

A$171

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CBR - Melbourne

A$233

A$171

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CBR - Melbourne

A$246

A$171

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CBR - Melbourne

A$233

A$171

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CBR - Melbourne

A$234

A$171

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CBR - Melbourne

A$200

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A$266

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Canberra to Melbourne: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Melbourne

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Canberra to Melbourne, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $84. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $93, followed by December at $117. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Canberra to Melbourne typically range from $226–$502, with a median price of $338. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. 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.

A typical journey from Canberra to Melbourne takes approximately 1h 15m. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 470 km. While a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, with connecting itineraries having a median duration of 5h 45m.

When flying from Canberra to Melbourne, 46.5% of recent fares were for direct flights. This indicates that while a significant portion of itineraries are non-stop, you will also find options that include connections. For those itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Melbourne

Regular price: A$205 - A$324

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

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Melbourne is AUD205 to AUD324. The current lowest deal is AUD170 on Kayak, for travel from Aug 1-Aug 4.

now A$170

Low A$205

High A$324

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Melbourne

The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Melbourne is October, with a median price of $82. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $372. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from A$82

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$372

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Direct flights from Canberra to Melbourne

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Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Melbourne

Fri, Jul 17

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CBR - Melbourne

Canberra (CBR) - Melbourne (MEL)

A$437

A$276

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Tue, Jul 21

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CBR - Melbourne

Canberra (CBR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$271

A$209

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Wed, Jul 22

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CBR - Melbourne

Canberra (CBR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$244

A$200

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Mon, Jul 27

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CBR - Melbourne

Canberra (CBR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$247

A$200

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CBR - Melbourne

Canberra (CBR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$246

A$200

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CBR - Melbourne

Canberra (CBR) - Melbourne (MEL)

Jetstar

A$195

A$173

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

3 nights

Jul 15 - Jul 18

A$512 → A$334

35%

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A$480 → A$307

36%

3 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 12

A$491 → A$366

26%

1 night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A$285 → A$200

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Melbourne

Canberra - Melbourne route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Canberra to Melbourne are above the typical level at $338.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Melbourne, with a median price of $82.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 15m

Direct flights from Canberra to Melbourne typically average 1h 15m, while connecting flights average 5h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights

Around 46.5% of recent flights from Canberra to Melbourne are direct, indicating mixed availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that has historically offered direct flights on the Canberra to Melbourne route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Canberra to Melbourne are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$170

Melbourne main airports to arrive at

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$171

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) is an alternative arrival option for flights from Canberra to Melbourne.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$394

Airports nearby Melbourne used as alternative

Bendigo Airport (BXG)

Bendigo Airport (BXG) can be a useful alternative for regional connectivity within Victoria, despite limited flight frequencies.

📍 ~135 km from Melbourne (reachable by V/Line regional rail and Calder Freeway)

💸 Flights from ~A$711

Albury (ABX)

Albury (ABX) is a major regional hub with more frequent services, offering multiple cabin classes.

📍 ~260 km from Melbourne (reachable by Hume Highway)

💸 Flights from ~A$646

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra (CBR) is a full-service international-grade airport with an extensive domestic network and superior lounge facilities.

📍 ~460 km from Melbourne (reachable by road)

Wagga Wagga (WGA)

Wagga Wagga (WGA) is a reliable regional airport with consistent daily connections to major East Coast hubs.

📍 ~360 km from Melbourne (reachable by road)

💸 Flights from ~A$727

Mildura (MQL)

Cheapest

Mildura (MQL) is the largest regional airport in North-West Victoria, with a direct highway link to Melbourne.

📍 ~470 km from Melbourne (reachable by Calder Hwy)

💸 Flights from ~A$645

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Melbourne

Historically, the best prices for flights from Canberra to Melbourne have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure. During this period, the average price was $209. Booking 7-13 days in advance saw an average price of $301, while waiting until 60+ days before departure typically resulted in an average price of $388. This suggests that last-minute bookings can offer more favorable rates on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Canberra to Melbourne was considered to be $226 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $338. Prices typically ranged up to $502 for the higher end of fares.

Historically, October has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Canberra to Melbourne, with a median price of $84. November also offered favorable prices, with a median of $93. While December had a median price of $117, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, compared to an annual median of $338.

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