How many flights from Canberra to Sydney are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 79.9% of flights from Canberra to Sydney were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was typically one. This indicates that the vast majority of travelers on this route can expect a direct journey. Connecting flights are less common but generally involve a single stop.

What's the flight time from Canberra to Sydney?

The typical direct flight time from Canberra to Sydney is 1 hour and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 236 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 7 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should anticipate a quick journey for non-stop options, while connecting flights will extend the total travel duration significantly.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Canberra to Sydney have been frequent. This route is consistently identified as one where favorable deals appear regularly. Travelers can often find competitive pricing for this destination, making it a route with good value potential.

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Canberra to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Sydney

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Canberra to Sydney, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $148. Other cost-effective options include February, with a median fare of $166, and April, where the median fare is $184. Planning your trip around these months could lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Canberra to Sydney typically range from $239–$366, with a median of $320. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices if you monitor the route.

When flying from Canberra to Sydney, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Canberra to Sydney making up 79.9% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

A typical journey from Canberra to Sydney takes about 1h 0m, including any connections. For non-stop flights, the median flight time is also 1h 0m. Connecting itineraries, however, have a significantly longer median duration of 7h 15m.

The distance between Canberra and Sydney is 236 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the quick flight times and the high prevalence of direct flights available.

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Sydney

Regular price: A$221 - A$381

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

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Sydney is AUD 221 to AUD 381. The current lowest deal is AUD 220 with QantasLink for travel from Jan 15-Jan 19.

now A$220

Low A$221

High A$381

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Sydney is April, with a median price of $189. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $346. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$189

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$346

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Direct flights from Canberra to Sydney

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Sydney

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$492

A$474

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$476

A$405

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$444

A$394

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$441

A$355

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$459

A$431

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Sydney

Canberra (CBR) - Sydney (SYD)

Jetstar

A$461

A$459

One-way

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

7 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 21

A$849 → A$434

49%

4 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 13

A$779 → A$414

47%

3 nights

Jan 20 - Jan 23

A$517 → A$338

35%

4 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 23

A$516 → A$338

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Sydney

Canberra - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Canberra to Sydney are above the typical level at $220.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Sydney, with a median price of $189.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 0m

Direct flights from Canberra to Sydney typically take 1h 0m, while connecting flights average 7h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

79.9% of recent flights are direct

Most recent flights from Canberra to Sydney are direct, with 79.9% of flights being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Canberra to Sydney are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Canberra main airports to depart from

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$348

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Canberra to Sydney.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$306

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, offering a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (approximately 3 hours drive from Sydney city center)

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the best prices for flights from Canberra to Sydney are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During the trailing 90 days, the average price for this booking window was $189. Booking 0-6 days out typically saw prices around $352, while booking 60+ days in advance resulted in an average price of $315. Prices generally increase outside of the optimal 7-13 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Canberra to Sydney was considered to be $239 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $320. Prices above $366 were typically in the more expensive range. Travelers can use the $239 threshold as a guide for identifying favorable prices.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Canberra to Sydney include September, with a median price of $148, and February, with a median price of $166. April also showed a median price of $184. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, was $320, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Canberra to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Canberra to Sydney

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Sydney

Regular price: A$221 - A$381

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

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Sydney is AUD 221 to AUD 381. The current lowest deal is AUD 220 with QantasLink for travel from Jan 15-Jan 19.

now A$220

Low A$221

High A$381

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Sydney

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$189

August

Most Expensive

Flights from A$346

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec