Are there direct flights from Sydney to Canberra?

Yes, direct flights are available from Sydney to Canberra. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 38.8% of all flight options on this route. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter one stop. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Canberra?

A direct flight from Sydney to Canberra typically takes about 1 hour and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 236 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 6 hours and 30 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this short distance.

How much do direct flights from Sydney to Canberra cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Sydney to Canberra have been about 10% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $492, while connecting flights have a median price of $448. Direct flights constitute approximately 38.8% of the available options on this route, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

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Sydney to Canberra: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Canberra

For those looking for cheap flights from Sydney to Canberra, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $282. Other cost-effective options include August, with a median fare of $331, and October, where the median fare is $426. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for this route typically range from $315–$636, with a median of $469. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially good time to consider booking. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, suggesting that while current prices are lower, exceptional deals are infrequent.

Most itineraries between Sydney and Canberra involve connections, with only 38.8% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct flights from Sydney to Canberra are available, you are more likely to find itineraries that include at least one stop.

A typical journey from Sydney to Canberra takes about 1h 0m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 1h 0m. However, if your itinerary includes connections, the median journey time extends to 6h 45m. Deals for this route are rare, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

The distance between Sydney and Canberra is 236 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the relatively brief flight times, particularly for direct services.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Canberra

Regular price: A$436 - A$774

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

The regular price range for this route is AUD 436 to AUD 774. The current lowest deal is AUD 325 with Jetstar, for travel between Feb 16 and Mar 10.

now A$325

Low A$436

High A$774

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Canberra

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Canberra is January, with a median price of $282. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $644. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$282

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$644

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Jul

Aug

Oct

Direct flights from Sydney to Canberra

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A$273

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A$229

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A$259

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A$273

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A$270

A$299

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

3 nights

Feb 9 - Feb 12

A$595 → A$359

40%

8 nights

Feb 16 - Feb 24

A$576 → A$347

40%

8 nights

Feb 23 - Mar 3

A$587 → A$360

39%

9 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 12

A$583 → A$360

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Canberra

Sydney - Canberra route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Sydney to Canberra are below the typical level at $325.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $282.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 0m.

Direct flights from Sydney to Canberra typically take 1h 0m, while connecting flights take 6h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 61.2% of options, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers direct flights.

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines has 1 direct deal available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are rare.

Deals from Sydney to Canberra are rare, appearing less frequently than once a month.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport (SYD) is a convenient option for flights from Sydney to Canberra.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$357

Canberra main airports to arrive at

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$305

Airports nearby Canberra used as alternative

Sydney (SYD)

Sydney Airport is a primary international and domestic hub with an extensive flight network.

📍 ~240 km from Canberra (approximately 3 hours travel time by road)

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Canberra

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Canberra

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Sydney to Canberra is 60+ days before departure, where the average price is around $295. Booking within 14-27 days of travel typically sees average prices of $444. For those booking very close to departure, within 0-6 days, prices can increase significantly, averaging around $675. These trends are observed across a trailing 90-day period.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Canberra is considered to be $315 or less. The median price for this route has been $469. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $636 or less. These figures are based on a 90-day analysis.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Canberra, with a median price of $282. August also offers lower prices, with a median of $331. The annual median price for this route is $469. These insights are derived from a 270-day analysis of flight prices.

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Sydney to Canberra: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Canberra

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Canberra

Regular price: A$436 - A$774

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

The regular price range for this route is AUD 436 to AUD 774. The current lowest deal is AUD 325 with Jetstar, for travel between Feb 16 and Mar 10.

now A$325

Low A$436

High A$774

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Canberra

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$282

July

Most Expensive

Flights from A$644

Jan

Jul

Aug

Oct