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Cheap flights from Sydney to Canberra from $199

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 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CBR
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Canberra are usually found in January or April, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Canberra

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$304

One-way from

$199

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$463

Good round-trip deal

$450 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 7/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 30m total
  • Sydney to Canberra
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • Sydney to Canberra
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Canberra.
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Canberra
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Canberra. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 7/508:10SYD - CBR
1 stop6h 20mJetstar
Wed 14/515:05CBR - SYD
1 stop7h 10mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$309
Wed 7/510:20SYD - CBR
1 stop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/515:05CBR - SYD
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$312
Thu 8/517:05SYD - CBR
Nonstop1h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 12/516:20CBR - SYD
Nonstop1h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/3$318
Tue 22/418:35SYD - CBR
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 29/411:15CBR - SYD
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$358

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 25 March 2025.
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Sydney

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Canberra

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

08:10-14:30

1 stop6h 20m

Canberra

Wed 14/5

15:05-22:15

1 stop7h 10m

$309

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

10:20-14:30

1 stop4h 10m

Canberra

Wed 14/5

15:05-22:15

1 stop7h 10m

$312

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

17:05-18:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Canberra

Mon 12/5

16:20-17:20

Nonstop1h 00m

$318

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/4

18:35-19:30

Nonstop0h 55m

Canberra

Tue 29/4

11:15-12:10

Nonstop0h 55m

$358

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/6

20:35-21:30

Nonstop0h 55m

$199

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

06:00-14:35

1 stop8h 35m

$200

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/4

06:00-12:05

1 stop6h 05m

$202

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/4

20:35-21:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$205

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Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Canberra

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Canberra?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Canberra (average of $169). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to CBR?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 25 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Canberra at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Canberra

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from SYD to CBR are scheduled on a Tuesday (95 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 25 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Canberra, such as Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Canberra?

    Booking a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Canberra (CBR) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sydney to Canberra. On a typical day, there are 68 flights from Kingsford Smith to Canberra, all of which are around 0h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Kingsford Smith to Canberra.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Canberra flight route?

    This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Canberra was viewed by 486 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $304, Jetstar will fly you from Sydney 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 $318 and $358, respectively. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $202. Virgin Australia flights start at $204 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $229 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Canberra?

    Before booking your flight to Canberra from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (100%), ANA (93%), Qatar Airways( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Canberra?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Canberra? While on average our users pay $369, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $194. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Canberra), is priced around $305.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Canberra?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Canberra (average of $169). Flying from Sydney 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Sydney to Canberra

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Canberra. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$306Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$360Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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