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Cheap flights from Sydney to Canberra from $133

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CBR
12 Jul — 19 Jul1
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 12 June 2026.

Sat 25/707:35
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Tue 28/709:05
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/6$274
Fri 24/710:35
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Sun 26/715:35
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/6$275
Sat 25/710:35
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Sat 25/715:35
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/6$280
Sat 15/807:35
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Tue 15/910:20
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/6$287
Tue 27/1016:35
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop0h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1007:05
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$290
Fri 24/719:05
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Mon 27/718:40
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/6$291
Sun 27/1209:50
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Mon 28/1219:05
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 10/6$300
Thu 23/717:40
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/718:40
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$304
Wed 16/1212:20
SYD
-
CBR
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Sat 9/109:05
CBR
-
SYD
Nonstop1h 00m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/6$305

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 12 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$272

One-way from

$133

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$516

Good round-trip deal

$467 or less

Good one-way deal

$232 or less
Virgin Australia
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  • 27/7-28/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Sydney to Canberra
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 25/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 00m total
  • Sydney to Canberra
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip 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 12 June 2026.
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SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

15:45-16:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Canberra

Thu 15/10

10:40-11:35

Nonstop0h 55m

$321

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/7

16:00-16:55

Nonstop0h 55m

Canberra

Wed 15/7

11:35-12:30

Nonstop0h 55m

$331

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/8

07:10-08:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Canberra

Thu 6/8

08:35-09:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$342

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/7

06:00-09:50

1 stop3h 50m

Canberra

Sat 25/7

15:35-16:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$382

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/12

09:00-13:40

1 stop4h 40m

Canberra

Sun 20/12

19:05-20:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$384

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/7

15:45-16:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Canberra

Fri 17/7

14:35-15:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$385

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/6

20:45-14:35

1 stop17h 50m

Canberra

Wed 15/7

12:40-07:20

1 stop18h 40m

$387

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/7

10:35-11:35

Nonstop1h 00m

Canberra

Wed 15/7

11:35-12:30

Nonstop0h 55m

$394

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/7

19:15-22:25

1 stop3h 10m

Canberra

Mon 27/7

17:35-18:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$398

SydneyCanberra

SYD - CBR

SYDCBR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/7

21:20-12:05

1 stop14h 45m

Canberra

Tue 14/7

12:40-07:20

1 stop18h 40m

$399

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Canberra

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Canberra (average of $418). Flying from Sydney to Canberra in May is currently the most expensive (average of $551). 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 12 June 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 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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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 12 June 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
462 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
462 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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
1,046 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
462 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

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 49 flights from Kingsford Smith to Canberra, all of which are around 1h 00m 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 240 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 55m. Fly via Qantas Airways 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 $338, 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 $350. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Canberra one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $132. Virgin Australia flights start at $167 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $198 one-way.

  • 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: Qatar Airways (95%), Air India (91%), Virgin Australia( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Canberra?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Canberra? While on average our users pay $399, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $189. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Canberra), is priced around $274.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Canberra (average of $418). Flying from Sydney to Canberra in May is currently the most expensive (average of $551). 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 12 June 2026.
Virgin Australia 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 12 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$338Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$350Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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