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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra from $102

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CBR
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Canberra are usually found in July or June, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Canberra (CBR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$160

One-way from

$102

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$252

Good round-trip deal

$192 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/3-18/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Canberra
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Canberra
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Canberra
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Canberra. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 13/310:50MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Tue 18/312:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$160
Wed 26/310:50MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/306:25CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$248
Fri 7/306:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Mon 10/306:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/2$321
Sat 8/318:45MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 9/307:45CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$397

Find flights from Melbourne to Canberra within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Canberra that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Canberra

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

10:50-12:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Tue 18/3

12:35-13:45

Nonstop1h 10m

$160

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

10:50-12:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Sun 30/3

06:25-07:40

Nonstop1h 15m

$248

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

08:50-10:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Sun 2/3

06:35-07:50

Nonstop1h 15m

$350

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

18:45-19:50

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Sun 9/3

07:45-09:00

Nonstop1h 15m

$397

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

10:50-12:00

Nonstop1h 10m

$102

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Fri 18/4

21:10-22:15

Nonstop1h 05m

$149

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Mon 21/4

20:40-21:50

Nonstop1h 10m

$198

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

08:15-14:35

1 stop6h 20m

$202

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Canberra

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Canberra including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra is 70 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra (average of $169). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in September is currently the most expensive (average of $265). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CBR?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Canberra. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Canberra flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Canberra

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Canberra. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from MEL to CBR are scheduled on a Friday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Canberra by month

Plan your trip to Canberra by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Canberra ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Canberra when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Canberra by month

Plan your trip to Canberra by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Canberra, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Canberra

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Canberra. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Canberra. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Melbourne to Canberra have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Canberra. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Canberra from Melbourne?

    Canberra (CBR) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra. You should not have trouble finding flights to Canberra from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 37 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Canberra airport from Melbourne. It is only a 6.4 km journey from Canberra (CBR) to Canberra’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra round-trip?

    Currently priced at $160, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Canberra and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $328 and $397, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra one-way?

    $102 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $146 and $198, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to Canberra on time: United Airlines (97%), Etihad Airways (92%), Qatar Airways (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra? While on average our users pay $300, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (Melbourne - Canberra), is priced around $135.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Canberra that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Canberra flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Canberra?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra (average of $169). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in September is currently the most expensive (average of $265). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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JetstarCheapest$99Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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RexCheapest$129Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$154Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$190Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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