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Cheap flights from Sydney to Canberra from $176

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CBR
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Canberra
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Canberra. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 August 2026.

Wed 2/910:25 -
1 stop3h 55m
Mon 7/916:20 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 3/8$338
Wed 2/906:00 -
1 stop8h 20m
Mon 7/915:00 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 3/8$339
Tue 1/920:45 -
1 stop17h 35m
Tue 8/906:05 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 4/8$343
Wed 2/908:10 -
1 stop6h 10m
Wed 9/915:00 -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 5/8$348
Wed 23/906:00 -
1 stop8h 20m
Thu 24/916:20 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 4/8$357
Thu 3/920:45 -
1 stop17h 35m
Sun 6/915:35 -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 7/8$367

Find flight deals from Sydney to Canberra

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$338

One-way from

$176

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$445

Good round-trip deal

$452 or less

Good one-way deal

$255 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 2/9-7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 55m total
  • Sydney to Canberra
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 20m total
  • Sydney to Canberra
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Canberra.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Canberra.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
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SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/9

06:00-14:35

1 stop8h 35m

Canberra

Sat 19/9

06:05-07:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$387

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/8

07:00-12:05

1 stop5h 05m

Canberra

Mon 31/8

12:40-07:20

1 stop18h 40m

$400

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

06:00-14:20

1 stop8h 20m

Canberra

Mon 7/9

15:00-22:15

1 stop7h 15m

$411

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/12

08:20-14:55

1 stop6h 35m

Canberra

Mon 14/12

10:40-08:30

1 stop21h 50m

$434

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

06:00-14:20

1 stop8h 20m

Canberra

Fri 11/9

15:00-22:15

1 stop7h 15m

$435

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

18:20-14:55

1 stop20h 35m

Canberra

Wed 2/12

17:35-18:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$450
Fastest return journey

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

08:50-09:50

Nonstop1h 00m

Canberra

Fri 20/11

19:05-20:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$457

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

12:20-13:20

Nonstop1h 00m

Canberra

Wed 9/9

10:20-11:20

Nonstop1h 00m

$457

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/8

07:35-08:35

Nonstop1h 00m

Canberra

Mon 31/8

09:05-10:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$458

SydneyCanberra

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CBR Canberra

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/1

17:50-18:50

Nonstop1h 00m

Canberra

Sun 7/2

15:20-16:20

Nonstop1h 00m

$458

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Canberra

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Canberra

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Canberra?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Canberra (average of $420). Flying from Sydney to Canberra in July is currently the most expensive (average of $587). 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 SYD to CBR?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 7 August 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Canberra in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Canberra?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Canberra flights typically cost between $433 and $505 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $338 on Multiple Airlines (2 Sept–7 Sept).

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 7 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Canberra, such as Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
470 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
470 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
470 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,079 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Canberra. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Canberra?

    Booking a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Canberra (CBR) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sydney to Canberra. On a typical day, there are 57 flights from Kingsford Smith to Canberra, all of which are around 0h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Kingsford Smith to Canberra.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Canberra flight route?

    This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Canberra was viewed by 160 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Canberra?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Canberra in 5h 05m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. The distance from Sydney to Canberra is about 237 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $268, Virgin Australia will fly you from Sydney to Canberra and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Qantas Airways for as low as $380. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Canberra?

    Before booking your flight to Canberra from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (96%), ANA (89%), Qatar Airways( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Canberra?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Canberra? While on average our users pay $414, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $199. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Canberra), is priced around $367.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Canberra?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Canberra?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Canberra (average of $420). Flying from Sydney to Canberra in July is currently the most expensive (average of $587). 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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Fly from Sydney to Canberra on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Sydney to Canberra. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 7 August 2026.
Qantas Airways flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Canberra
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Top 2 airlines flying from Sydney to Canberra

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 7 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$268Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$380Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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