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Cheap flights from Canberra to Melbourne from $93

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — MEL
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Canberra to Melbourne are usually found in August or July, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Canberra to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Canberra (CBR) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$186

One-way from

$93

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$305
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/4-30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Canberra to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Canberra to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Tue 29/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Wed 30/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 19/2$186
Fri 4/406:25CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$241
Fri 7/306:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 10/306:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/2$345
Fri 4/410:45CBR - AVV
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/416:40AVV - CBR
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$501
Fri 21/315:30CBR - AVV
1 stop24h 55mJetstar
Tue 25/316:20AVV - CBR
1 stop24h 40mJetstar
Deal found 19/2$584
Wed 16/420:45CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 28/414:00MEL - CBR
1 stop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$623

Find flights from Canberra to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra to Melbourne 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 20 February 2025.

Fly from

Canberra

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Tue 29/4

12:40-13:50

Nonstop1h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

11:00-12:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$186

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Fri 4/4

06:25-07:40

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 8/4

11:00-12:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$241

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Fri 7/3

06:35-07:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

06:25-07:35

Nonstop1h 10m

$345

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - AVV

CBRAVV

Canberra

Fri 4/4

10:45-16:15

1 stop5h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 8/4

16:40-21:35

1 stop4h 55m

$501

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - AVV

CBRAVV

Canberra

Fri 21/3

15:30-16:25

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 25/3

16:20-17:00

1 stop24h 40m

$584

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Wed 16/4

09:30-13:05

1 stop3h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 24/4

20:40-21:50

Nonstop1h 10m

$623

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Mon 24/3

12:35-13:45

Nonstop1h 10m

$93

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sat 12/4

15:15-16:30

Nonstop1h 15m

$139

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sat 5/4

10:45-22:20

1 stop11h 35m

$208

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - AVV

CBRAVV

Canberra

Sat 5/4

10:45-16:15

1 stop5h 30m

$214

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Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Canberra to Melbourne

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Canberra to Melbourne is 77 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 Canberra to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 CBR to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Canberra to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 82% on flights from Canberra to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Canberra to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Canberra to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Canberra to Melbourne. 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 20 February 2025.

The most flights from CBR to ME1 are scheduled on a Thursday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

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

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 20 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Canberra to Melbourne. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

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
417 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

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
815 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

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
417 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

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 Canberra to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Canberra (CBR) if they book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne. On average, Canberra has 37 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 4 airlines. Canberra is conveniently located just 6.4 km from Canberra’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at $186, Jetstar will fly you from Canberra to Melbourne 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 $286 and $623, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $93 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $139 and Qantas Airways from $501 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Canberra to Melbourne are China Eastern (100%), United Airlines (97%) and American Airlines (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Canberra to Melbourne is generally $519, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (Canberra - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $135 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$94Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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