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$190
Typical prices: $240-$403
Jetstar
Tue 20/10Tue 27/10
MEL - CBR • Direct
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$119
Typical prices: $148-$195
Virgin Australia
Thu 26/11
OOL - CBR • Direct
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Cheap Flights to Canberra

 
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Recent return flight deals to Canberra

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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11:00 - 12:05MEL  Melbourne-CBR Canberra
1h 05mdirect
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12:25 - 13:35CBR  Canberra-MEL Melbourne
1h 10mdirect
$190Jetstar
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Jetstar Logo
11:00 - 12:05MEL  Melbourne-CBR Canberra
1h 05mdirect
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12:25 - 13:35CBR  Canberra-MEL Melbourne
1h 10mdirect
$195Jetstar
Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
12:10 - 14:55OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 45mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
10:40 - 11:15CBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mdirect
$243Virgin Australia
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
12:10 - 14:55OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CBR Canberra
1h 45mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
10:40 - 11:15CBR  Canberra-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
1h 35mdirect
$247Virgin Australia
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 12:05MEL  Melbourne-CBR Canberra
1h 05mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:10 - 09:25CBR  Canberra-MEL Melbourne
1h 15mdirect
$260Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 12:05MEL  Melbourne-CBR Canberra
1h 05mdirect
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07:15 - 08:30CBR  Canberra-MEL Melbourne
1h 15mdirect
$265Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 18:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CBR Canberra
1h 00mdirect
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09:35 - 10:30CBR  Canberra-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
0h 55mdirect
$427Qantas Airways
Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
08:10 - 09:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-CBR Canberra
0h 55mdirect
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13:35 - 14:30CBR  Canberra-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
0h 55mdirect
$498Qantas Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Link Airways Logo
13:00 - 15:05HBA  Hobart-CBR Canberra
2h 05mdirect
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10:10 - 12:20CBR  Canberra-HBA Hobart
2h 10mdirect
$699Link Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Link Airways Logo
13:00 - 15:05HBA  Hobart-CBR Canberra
2h 05mdirect
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10:10 - 12:20CBR  Canberra-HBA Hobart
2h 10mdirect
$702Link Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Canberra

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Canberra to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Canberra?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Canberra was found on the route from Coolangatta, at $190 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Canberra, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $190 in the last 5 days.

How much is a flight to Canberra?

A flight to Canberra costs $289 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $89 and departed from Coolangatta. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Melbourne to Canberra which costs $324 on average, and Brisbane to Canberra, which costs $359 on average.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Canberra?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Canberra is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $364. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are $455 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Canberra?

The cheapest month for flights to Canberra is May, where tickets cost $352 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is $442 and $431 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is August with an average price of $207.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Canberra?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Canberra is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $456 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Canberra is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $481.

What is a good deal for flights to Canberra?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Canberra, 25% of our users found tickets to Canberra for the following prices or less: From Coolangatta $129 return, from Melbourne Airport $229 return, from Brisbane $258 return.

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Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Coolangatta to Canberra

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FAQs - booking Canberra flights

  • Where can my friend pick me up at Canberra Airport?

    There are both indoor and outdoor parking spaces available at Canberra Airport. Passengers can be picked up at the arrivals hall, which is only a short walk from the main terminal. If the driver will be waiting a while, they may wish to consider parking at the multi-level indoor park for around A$ 4.50 an hour. For a shorter wait, the Express Passenger Pickup area is about A$ 3.50 for a 21-40min wait. For any wait under 10min, there is a Free Passenger Pickup area that’s only a few metres from the arrivals hall.

  • Are there any lounges available at Canberra Airport?

    If you have a layover in Canberra and would like a quiet place to relax or get some work done before your outgoing flight, Canberra Airport has a few airport lounge options. The Qantas Club near Gate 11 features fully equipped workstations, reading material, family areas and a variety of drink options. Virgin Australia Lounge on Level 3 of Domestic Departures offers meals, beverages and work facilities.

  • Are there any on-site hotels at Canberra Airport?

    Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport is about as close you’ll come to an on-site hotel, lying just 150 metres away from the terminal building. If it’s already booked, don’t worry: Avenue Hotel Canberra Airport and Comfort Inn Airport International are two local hotels that offer guests a free shuttle service to and from the airport.

  • How do I get to Canberra Stadium from Canberra Airport?

    Attending a rugby match at GIO Stadium after your flight to Canberra? The easiest way to make the 18-kilometre journey is by car or taxi, which should take about 20 minutes depending on traffic and weather. If you’re set on using public transport, bus lines 11 and 313 will take you to the stadium.

  • What facilities are available at Canberra Airport to passengers travelling with pets?

    Travelling with your pet on your flight to Canberra? If so, then you should know that Qantas Airlines and Virgin Australia Airlines have cargo areas at the airport specially designed to care for and transport pets, so you may wish to factor that into your travel plans when considering your options.

  • What retail choices are there at Canberra Airport?

    Unfortunately, there isn’t much variety in terms of shopping options at Canberra Airport. In fact, your choices are pretty much limited to JR Duty Free and the Retail convenience store, where you can at least acquire some alcohol, cigarettes and confectionery, as well as any last-minute reading materials or travel aids.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Canberra?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Canberra was found on the route from Coolangatta, at $190 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Canberra, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $190 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Canberra Airport from central Canberra?

    Central Canberra is 6 km away from Canberra Airport.

  • What is the name of Canberra’s airport?

    All flights to Canberra land at Canberra Airport. The airport code is CBR,and it can also be referred to as Canberra or Canberra Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Canberra?

    On average, a flight to Canberra costs $289. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $89 and departed from Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Canberra?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Canberra.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Canberra?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Canberra is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Canberra?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Canberra with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Canberra?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Canberra up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Canberra

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Canberra? 25% of our users found return tickets to Canberra for the following prices or less: From Melbourne $188, from Brisbane $219, from Newcastle $412
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Canberra flight deals.
  • If you need a trolley to help with your luggage, Canberra Airport (CBR) provides two options. For those arriving at the airport, trolleys are free and can be found at the international arrivals area. For those departing from the airport, there is a small fee of around A$ 2.
  • Get in touch with Canberra Airport Lost Property if you’ve lost something in the terminal. A free service, they generally keep lost items for around four weeks before disposing of them or donating them to charities.
  • Most of the eating and drinking options at Canberra Airport can be found at the departures section on Level 2. Airport Taproom serves brews like Trail Pale Ale and Coast Ale from the Capital Brewing Co. For snacks, meals and coffee, check out Cityhill Coffee. If you’re in a rush and want something quick, stop by Go! Convenience.
  • Passengers making their way to downtown Canberra should know that a taxi, Uber or other private car should cover the 8-kilometre trip in about 8 minutes. Otherwise, the No.11 and No.51 buses will take about an hour to complete the journey. A rental car or the Canberra Airport Express minibus are your other transportation options.
  • If you have some time after your flight to Canberra, check out some of the artwork on display throughout the airport. There’s the ‘Four Cubes’ artwork right in the International Arrivals hall, or perhaps the ‘Perception and Reality’ bronze is more to your liking. There are several other works on display around the airport for art enthusiasts to discover.
  • If you are a foreign visitor on a flight to Canberra, you will find a Travelex Worldwide Money office located at Canberra Airport, where you can conduct currency exchange transactions and purchase phonecards and travellers’ cheques. Several services are available to pre-order, saving you money on commission fees.
  • An Office Fit For You was designed for the busy business executive and entrepreneur, or anyone who can appreciate the need for a working space while on the go. Larger groups or special events can be hosted at the Canberra Gateway Business Centre, which is adjacent to the airport terminal building.
  • If you or someone in your party is in need of special assistance, the staff at Canberra Airport are ready to assist with special parking spaces, appropriate facilities and physical mobility equipment like wheelchairs. Just make sure your airline or travel agent makes a note before you fly.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Canberra

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Canberra? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 473 reviews
7.8Boarding
6.4Entertainment
6.4Food
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
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New aircraft and flight was running on time, but adverse weather conditions meant we were unable to land on the first two approaches. Third attempt resulted in a very smooth and safe landing.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2026
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New aircraft and flight was running on time, but adverse weather conditions meant we were unable to land on the first two approaches. Third attempt resulted in a very smooth and safe landing.

Very good it will be my choice of airline while in Australia.

Flight cancelled due to broken seat. $8 refreshment voucher barely bought a coffee. 3 hours to next flight. Also then delayed.

There were no food or entertainment on this short flight. Friendly staff even before getting on the flight. The seats were snug but it was quick flight

Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

I did not use the in flight entertainment, but the selection appeared to be decent. Take off was delayed, but otherwise the process was uneventful.

The level of incompetence of this airline is truly astounding.

It was pretty good. Everyone friendly. Like all airlines, the draconian limitations on baggage and weight and not giving even a free soda kind of drags down the experience a bit.

I missed my flight and when trying to book another flight home the virgin staff were not very friendly and accommodating and it cost an arm and a leg. Also the reason for missed flight was a health hazard which for everyone on the flight I chose not to inconvenience everyone aboard and was told I could look into getting so of the cost refunded for the new flights but was told by virgin customer service I should of boarded the flight and caused everyone an unpleasant flight.

I liked the refreshments as the flight was short and the free WiFi. The seats were comfortable.

From start to finish, every part of the experience was outstanding. The care and kindness shown to my 95-year-old mother was exceptional—truly 10 out of 10. From the assistance she received at Sydney Airport while boarding the plane to the help she was given when arriving at Wagga Wagga Airport, every staff member was friendly, professional, and genuinely caring. They made her feel comfortable, safe, and well looked after throughout her journey. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make my mother's trip such a wonderful experience. Your compassion and dedication are greatly appreciated.

I never flew with alliance. Kayak is a joke and none of the flights or times were correct. Won’t ever use kayak again

I missed my flight due to unforeseen circumstances It was, however , an excellent price !

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

A good standard flight, a little delayed, on the return flight, comfortable during cruise hour. The food was tasty, the tea pleasant, standing in the rain, on Launceston tarmac, was stupidity. Just delay the exit from the airplane, don’t have us standing around, while another plane slows its propellers. That’s common sense, but overall comfortable, clean toilet, good legroom, I paid for that, last on, first off, get a front row seat.

Cabin crew were really good. Flying in to Perth from Adelaide on domestic flight. The arrival for wheel chair use however has no air bridge provided. Unloading meant a scissor lift. Otherwise a good service.

Knees in back from passenger behind, limited seat pockets, no entertainment.

The Ryanair of Australia. Not impressed. Forced me to gate check my bag as it was over their weight limit. Charged me $125 for the privilege. Then said plane hold was locked and it would have to go out in the next flight, which was the following day. Explained that I was on a cruise the next day and the plane would not arrive until after the ship left, and that it would be impossible to catch up with the cruise at any point. Lady at the gate unimpressed. So to sum up they were ready to charge me $125 to lose a bag. Finally got it resolved by appealing to management, but the whole episode was not good for the blood pressure. The gate lady said they followed the Ryanair business model which means first time passengers get penalized for doing things that other airlines routinely allow.

Delayed 50 mins. Check in was excellent, boarding was good, everything else was OK and perfectly acceptable for a budget airline. Price was excellent. I noticed this airline had two other flights to our destination cancelled so not very reliable.

Horrible. The people that get this flights are very sick, dangerous and unhygienic

The smells on this plane were disgusting. So many sweaty and unhygienic people i couldn't stand it. I dream of being anywhere else in the world when I am on a JetStar flight they suck.

One of the better flights I’ve had w Jetstar. Smooth boarding, early take off, on time landing, very courteous crew, clean plane.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

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