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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra from $84

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CBR
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Canberra are usually found in February or May, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$174

One-way from

$84

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$312

Good round-trip deal

$200 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/10-28/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Canberra
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Canberra
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Canberra
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Canberra. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Thu 23/1011:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Tue 28/1012:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$174
Wed 15/1011:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sun 19/1012:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$198
Tue 28/1010:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Wed 29/1012:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$216
Wed 17/921:10MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/914:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$219
Sat 15/1112:30MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Wed 19/1106:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$220
Thu 13/1110:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Sun 16/1112:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$223
Fri 14/1110:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Tue 18/1112:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$226
Thu 30/1010:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Thu 6/1112:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$243
Sat 25/1011:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Tue 28/1012:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$253
Thu 20/1110:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1106:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$255
Thu 23/1011:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sun 26/1012:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$259

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Melbourne

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Canberra

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

11:00-12:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Tue 28/10

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

$174

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

12:30-13:40

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Wed 19/11

06:35-07:50

Nonstop1h 15m

$220

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Thu 6/11

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

$244

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Mon 3/11

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

$244

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 13/11

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Fri 14/11

06:35-07:50

Nonstop1h 15m

$246

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

11:00-12:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Tue 28/10

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

$253

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 11/12

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Mon 15/12

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

$268

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Wed 19/11

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

$270

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Wed 29/10

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

$288

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

06:05-07:15

Nonstop1h 10m

Canberra

Tue 14/10

12:40-13:50

Nonstop1h 10m

$291

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra is 48 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 Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 17 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

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

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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 17 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Canberra by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Canberra. 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 into for flights to Canberra from Melbourne?

    Canberra (CBR) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra. You should not have trouble finding flights to Canberra from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 43 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Canberra airport from Melbourne. It is only a 6.4 km journey from Canberra (CBR) to Canberra’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in 1h 05m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. Melbourne Airport and Canberra are separated by a distance of 470 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Currently priced at $107, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne Airport 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 $154 and $188, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to Canberra on time: American Airlines (100%), Jetstar (89%), Cathay Pacific (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra? While on average our users pay $231, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Melbourne - Canberra), is priced around $174.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra (average of $169). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$107Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$154Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$188Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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