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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results for flights to Canberra, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results for flights to Canberra, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$214
Overall average: $318
Jetstar
Fri 6/3Mon 9/3
MEL - CBR • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
$223
Typical prices: $204-$363
Virgin Australia
Thu 12/3Mon 16/3
OOL - CBR • Direct
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Qantas Airways
Most flights • 207 per week
Virgin Australia
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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April
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Cheap Flights to Canberra

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Canberra that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Canberra

Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
Jetstar Logo
10:25 - 11:35
MEL
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CBR
1h 10mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 13:25
CBR
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MEL
1h 10mdirect
$214Jetstar
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
12:10 - 14:55
OOL
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CBR
1h 45mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
10:40 - 11:15
CBR
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OOL
1h 35mdirect
$223Virgin Australia
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
12:10 - 14:55
OOL
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CBR
1h 45mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
10:40 - 11:15
CBR
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OOL
1h 35mdirect
$226Virgin Australia
Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
Jetstar Logo
10:25 - 11:35
MEL
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CBR
1h 10mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 13:25
CBR
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MEL
1h 10mdirect
$226Jetstar
Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
Jetstar Logo
11:00 - 12:05
MEL
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CBR
1h 05mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:40 - 13:50
CBR
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MEL
1h 10mdirect
$228Jetstar
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Jetstar Logo
10:25 - 11:35
MEL
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CBR
1h 10mdirect
Jetstar Logo
12:15 - 13:25
CBR
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MEL
1h 10mdirect
$232Jetstar
Thu, 12 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 10:50
OOL
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CBR
3h 50m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:30 - 16:05
CBR
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OOL
1h 35mdirect
$235Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:20 - 17:50
OOL
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CBR
5h 30m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:30 - 16:05
CBR
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OOL
1h 35mdirect
$241Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Pelican Airlines Logo
15:40 - 17:10
AVV
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CBR
1h 30mdirect
Pelican Airlines Logo
12:30 - 14:00
CBR
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AVV
1h 30mdirect
$422Pelican Airlines
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
Pelican Airlines Logo
15:40 - 17:10
AVV
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CBR
1h 30mdirect
Pelican Airlines Logo
12:30 - 14:00
CBR
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AVV
1h 30mdirect
$428Pelican Airlines
Booking Insights

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?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

If travelling to Canberra, the cheapest city to fly from in the last 3 days was Coolangatta, with flights as low as $75 one-way and $214 return. Flights from Melbourne are the most searched and start at $198 for a return trip.

How much is a flight to Canberra?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Canberra from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

On average, a flight to Canberra costs $342. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $76 and departed from Coolangatta. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Melbourne to Canberra which costs $403 on average, and Brisbane to Canberra, which costs $449 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Canberra?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Canberra, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Canberra is October, where tickets cost $598 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and March, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is $864 and $858 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is April with an average price of $407.

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 $139 one-way - $237 return, from Melbourne Airport $160 one-way - $287 return, from Brisbane $198 one-way - $300 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Canberra?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Canberra, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 74 days before departure.

Good to know – Book Cheap Canberra Plane Tickets

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$75
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flight from Coolangatta to Canberra

When to book flights to Canberra

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Canberra based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Canberra based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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?

    If travelling to Canberra, the cheapest city to fly from in the last 3 days was Coolangatta, with flights as low as $75 one-way and $214 return. Flights from Melbourne are the most searched and start at $198 for a return trip.

  • 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 $342. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $76 and departed from Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Canberra?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Canberra is Thursday where tickets can be as cheap as $355. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where prices are $456 on average.

  • 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.

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

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Canberra is generally at night, when flights cost $424 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Canberra is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $445.

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 Avalon $222, from Melbourne $224, from Hobart $310
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Canberra flight deals.
  • If you need a trolley to help with your luggage, Canberra Airport (CBR) provides two options. For those arriving at the airport, trolleys are free and can be found at the international arrivals area. For those departing from the airport, there is a small fee of around A$ 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

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Canberra. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Canberra. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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 433 reviews
6.4Food
6.4Entertainment
7.7Boarding
8.2Crew
7.5Comfort
Airline reviews

Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

2.0 MediocreRon, Dec 2025
CBR - BNE
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Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

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

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Only answered OK and poor as there was no entertainment and I didnt have any food

4.5 hr international flight. We got a glass of water. Ranks up there with Ryan Air, Easy Jet, Spirit and Frontier. Expected better.

Gluten free options less explicit on business class, but great service

Very good… seems the virgin staff particularly in the lounge and in flight exceeded expectations.

I liked everything about the experience but would have liked some free snacks!

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 few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Over four hours late. No entertainment without paying and same for food. Asked to check in at original time even though we were told it was going to be very late leaving. Way too long time to hang around the airport. Arriving to Sydney luggage did not arrive for an hour. Had to get staff to go and find out what was going on. All this made for a very long day and night for a eight hour flight.

I was disappointed to find that the QR code for purchasing in-flight entertainment did not function, leaving me without access to the amenities I had anticipated. (both flights)

I had opted to pay extra for a ticket on Jetstar A321-Neo in the first row, believing it would enhance my travel experience. Unfortunately, this was not the case. The constant line-up for the toilet resulted in people frequently standing next to me, causing significant discomfort throughout the flight. It was difficult to relax with the persistent disturbance from passengers bumping into my seat. Furthermore, I was disappointed to find that the QR code for purchasing in-flight entertainment did not function, leaving me without access to the amenities I had anticipated. Given these circumstances, I will not be purchasing seats in the first two rows in the future, nor will I choose to fly with your airline again.

Jet star delayed both trips with poor communication. Passengers were made to change gates often and then left to stand with no seating. As someone getting over surgery this was very trying.

Delayed twice. Poor communication and people made to change gates too often.

Very disappointed with my recent Jetstar experience. Firstly, it was extremely frustrating that we had to pay extra for basic things like in-flight entertainment and meals. Other airlines provide these essentials even with standard tickets, but Jetstar offered no comfort or amenities without additional charges. For a long international journey, this made the experience very uncomfortable. On top of that, there was a delay on our flight from Melbourne to Bangkok due to parts replacement, which was already inconvenient. But the biggest issue was the massive 5 hours and 15 minutes delay on our return flight, which completely disrupted our plans, caused unnecessary stress, and impacted both our time and health. Jetstar provided vouchers, but they were not nearly sufficient to cover proper meals or any meaningful service at Bangkok Airport. After such a long delay, this felt extremely inadequate and did not compensate for the inconvenience we faced. Overall, this has been one of my worst travel experiences. I am extremely disappointed and will not be booking with Jetstar in the future. I strongly request Jetstar to provide additional compensation for the significant delays and the discomfort we had to go through.

Excellent help with Wife needing disability access at Brisbane airport

The flight was delayed by 2 hours but the Jetstar crew were fantastic.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

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