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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Adelaide to Canberra:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:46
• Latest: departs at 17:45 and lands at 19:31.

The flight takes about 1h 46m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Adelaide to Canberra:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Adelaide to Canberra takes 1h 46m, covering 1,560 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Adelaide to Canberra range from $521 to $689, with an average of $609 over the past 12 months. Anything below $521 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $609 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $540 return via Melbourne (MEL), compared with $627 for direct.

Virgin Australia is the only airline operating Adelaide to Canberra flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $44–$98 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Adelaide to Canberra flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $394 to $1,650. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Adelaide to Canberra are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $234, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Canberra Airport (CBR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $83 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Sixt
• Hertz

Flights from Adelaide to Canberra usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Canberra (CBR).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Adelaide to Canberra route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 34m.

Connecting flights from Adelaide to Canberra most commonly pass through:

• Melbourne (MEL) – 92% of one-stop connections
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Adelaide to Canberra. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $587 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $636, a difference of $49.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Adelaide and Canberra. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia

Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 08m, compared to 4h 34m via Melbourne (MEL).

Some of the most popular sights in Canberra are Civic Square, Floriade, and National Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Canberra on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Adelaide to Canberra flights:

• Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Adelaide Airport is about 6 km from the city centre. To access the terminal, you can take a bus by Torrens Transit and arrive in about 30min. Taxis are also available, and they take around 15min to get you to your destination.

If you require special assistance owing to a disability, get in touch with the Canberra Airport customer service team at least 48 hours before arriving. Passengers can arrange to get wheelchairs or have their guide pet in the terminal. Some services beneficial to people with disabilities include lifts and escalators, hearing loops and adaptable toilet seats.