Cheap flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport from $149
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — MEL
4 Nov — 11 Nov1
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1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Canberra to Melbourne are usually found in January or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Saturday
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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 October 2026.
Wed 11/1112:25 -
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Deal found 30/9$218
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Deal found 1/10$224
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Deal found 30/9$226
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Deal found 30/9$234
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Deal found 3/10$243
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Deal found 30/9$244
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Deal found 30/9$254
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Deal found 1/10$262
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Deal found 30/9$266
Best flights from Canberra to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Canberra to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 October 2026.
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Deal found 1/10$224
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Deal found 30/9$332
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Deal found 3/10$243
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Deal found 5/10$262
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Deal found 2/10$346
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Deal found 4/10$287
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Deal found 3/10$331
Direct flights from Canberra to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Canberra to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 October 2026.
Wed 11/1112:25 -
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Deal found 30/9$218
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Deal found 1/10$224
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Deal found 30/9$226
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Deal found 30/9$234
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Deal found 3/10$243
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Deal found 30/9$244
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Deal found 30/9$254
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Deal found 1/10$262
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Deal found 30/9$266
Last-minute flights from Canberra to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Canberra to Melbourne. Data last updated 5 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 30/9$266
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Deal found 30/9$226
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Deal found 1/10$224
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Deal found 1/10$260
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Deal found 3/10$243
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Deal found 30/9$254
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Deal found 30/9$234
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Deal found 30/9$218
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Deal found 1/10$262
One-way flights from Canberra to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Canberra to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 October 2026.
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Deal found 3/10$149
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Deal found 2/10$158
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Deal found 1/10$160
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Deal found 4/10$164
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Deal found 4/10$165
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Deal found 30/9$167
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Deal found 4/10$175
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Deal found 4/10$181
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Deal found 1/10$182
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Deal found 3/10$187
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Deal found 4/10$197
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Deal found 1/10$198
Find flight deals from Canberra to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Canberra (CBR) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 5 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra to Melbourne 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 5 October 2026.
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CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
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Sun 8/11
12:25-13:35
Nonstop1h 10m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
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$158
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CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Sat 24/10
06:25-07:40
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Melbourne
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$165
CanberraMelbourne
CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Tue 20/10
14:20-15:35
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Melbourne
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$165
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CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Wed 28/10
15:35-16:50
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Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$167
CanberraMelbourne
CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Thu 29/10
06:35-07:50
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Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$182
CanberraMelbourne
CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Fri 20/11
06:35-07:50
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Melbourne
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$198
CanberraMelbourne
CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Fri 6/11
06:35-07:50
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Melbourne
Wed 31/12
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$198
CanberraMelbourne
CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Fri 13/11
06:35-07:50
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Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$200
CanberraMelbourne
CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Thu 19/11
08:10-09:25
Nonstop1h 15m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$210
CanberraMelbourne
CBR Canberra - MEL Melbourne
CBRMEL
Canberra
Thu 15/10
08:35-09:50
Nonstop1h 15m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$224
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport (average of $293). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 CBR to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Canberra to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 October 2026.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Canberra to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 26 September 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Canberra to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Canberra to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $239 and $444 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $208 on Jetstar (6 Jan–13 Jan).
How often are flights from Canberra to Melbourne delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between Canberra and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 85 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Canberra to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Canberra to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 5 October 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport, such as Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's 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 from for flights from Canberra to Melbourne?
For a flight from Canberra to Melbourne, you will be flying from Canberra. Canberra (CBR) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city. Canberra is the only Canberra airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Canberra on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Canberra to Melbourne Airport in 1h 10m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance between Canberra and Melbourne Airport is about 470 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Canberra to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $104, Jetstar will fly you from Canberra to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Pelican Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $155 and $212, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Canberra to Melbourne Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. Virgin Australia flights start at $143 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $170 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Canberra, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LATAM Airlines (88%), China Southern (87%), Air India( 86%).
What are the cheapest flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
While on average a flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport is generally $379, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $133. When looking at the most popular route, (Canberra - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $188 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Canberra to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canberra to Melbourne 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 Canberra to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport (average of $293). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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