Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra from $128
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CBR
2 Nov — 9 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Canberra are usually found in May or January, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
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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 3 October 2026.
Wed 21/1011:00 -
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Deal found 2/10$207
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Deal found 2/10$209
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Deal found 28/9$212
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Deal found 29/9$216
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Deal found 2/10$229
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Deal found 30/9$235
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Mon 9/1112:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$236
Fri 6/1110:35 -
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Deal found 1/10$242
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Deal found 1/10$243
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Deal found 29/9$245
Best flights from Melbourne to Canberra
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Deal found 2/10$207
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Deal found 1/10$376
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Deal found 3/10$253
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Deal found 30/9$263
Mon 2/1110:35 -
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Deal found 30/9$289
Thu 29/1010:35 -
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Deal found 28/9$291
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Deal found 28/9$299
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Deal found 3/10$317
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Deal found 30/9$364
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Deal found 29/9$382
Direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Canberra based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
Wed 21/1011:00 -
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Tue 27/1012:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$207
Thu 19/1110:35 -
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Deal found 2/10$209
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Deal found 28/9$212
Thu 12/1110:35 -
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Mon 16/1112:25 -
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Deal found 29/9$216
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Wed 28/1012:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$229
Wed 28/1010:35 -
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Wed 4/1112:25 -
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Deal found 30/9$235
Mon 2/1117:05 -
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Mon 9/1112:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$236
Fri 6/1110:35 -
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Deal found 1/10$242
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Deal found 1/10$243
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Deal found 29/9$245
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Canberra
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra. Data last updated 3 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 21/1011:00 -
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Tue 27/1012:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$207
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Wed 28/1012:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$229
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Deal found 29/9$245
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Wed 4/1112:25 -
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Deal found 30/9$235
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Deal found 2/10$253
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Mon 9/1112:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$236
Tue 3/1110:35 -
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Wed 4/1112:25 -
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Deal found 28/9$212
Fri 6/1110:35 -
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Tue 10/1112:25 -
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Deal found 1/10$242
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Mon 16/1112:25 -
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Deal found 29/9$216
Thu 19/1110:35 -
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Mon 23/1112:25 -
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Deal found 2/10$209
One-way flights from Melbourne to Canberra
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Canberra. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Deal found 3/10$128
Wed 28/1010:35 -
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Deal found 1/10$130
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Deal found 28/9$131
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Deal found 30/9$132
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Deal found 30/9$141
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Deal found 1/10$157
Sat 14/1110:35 -
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Deal found 30/9$161
Thu 31/1210:35 -
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Deal found 29/9$164
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Deal found 30/9$166
Find 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 3 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Canberra 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Wed 28/10
10:35-11:40
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$130
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Mon 7/12
10:35-11:40
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$130
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Mon 2/11
10:35-11:40
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$158
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Sat 14/11
10:35-11:40
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$158
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Mon 30/11
10:35-11:40
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$160
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Fri 18/12
10:35-11:40
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$160
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Sun 8/11
08:50-10:00
Nonstop1h 10m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$166
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Fri 30/10
08:50-10:00
Nonstop1h 10m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$167
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Fri 16/10
06:20-07:25
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$167
MelbourneCanberra
MEL Melbourne - CBR Canberra
MELCBR
Melbourne
Thu 8/10
11:00-12:05
Nonstop1h 05m
Canberra
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$184
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra is 79 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 $299). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in November is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 3 October 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Canberra flights typically cost between $272 and $442 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $207 on Jetstar (21 Oct–27 Oct).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Canberra delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Canberra have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 86 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Canberra flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Canberra flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
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 3 October 2026.
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.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
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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 11 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 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 $96, 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 $158 and $264, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra for 71% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra one-way?
$85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $134 and $190, respectively.
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: Finnair (92%), LATAM Airlines (91%), American Airlines (90%).
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 $292, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $116. The most popular route (Melbourne - Canberra), is priced around $171.
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 $299). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra in November is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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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