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Cheap flights from Canberra to Melbourne from $80

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — MEL
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Canberra to Melbourne are usually found in August or July, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 (ME1). 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$184

One-way from

$80

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$281
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/8-6/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Canberra to Melbourne
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Canberra to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Canberra to Melbourne

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 13 June 2025.

Tue 1/712:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Thu 3/711:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 10/6$164
Wed 10/912:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/921:10MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$227
Mon 11/815:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mVirgin Australia
Fri 15/806:35MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/6$238
Mon 28/715:05CBR - AVV
2 stops29h 10mJetstar
Wed 30/720:40AVV - CBR
1 stop19h 10mJetstar
Deal found 11/6$522
Wed 23/710:20CBR - AVV
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/706:00AVV - CBR
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$579

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Canberra to Melbourne that are best for you.

Fly from

Canberra

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Mon 4/8

12:40-13:50

Nonstop1h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

11:00-12:05

Nonstop1h 05m

$184

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Wed 10/9

12:40-13:50

Nonstop1h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

21:10-22:15

Nonstop1h 05m

$227

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Mon 11/8

15:15-16:30

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 15/8

06:35-07:40

Nonstop1h 05m

$238

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - AVV

CBRAVV

Canberra

Mon 28/7

15:05-20:15

2 stops29h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 30/7

20:40-15:50

1 stop19h 10m

$522

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - AVV

CBRAVV

Canberra

Wed 23/7

10:20-20:15

1 stop9h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 30/7

06:00-11:35

1 stop5h 35m

$583

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Fri 20/6

20:45-22:00

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 22/6

18:20-21:30

1 stop3h 10m

$611

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Tue 1/7

12:40-13:50

Nonstop1h 10m

$80

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sun 15/6

15:15-16:30

Nonstop1h 15m

$170

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - AVV

CBRAVV

Canberra

Wed 10/9

15:05-15:15

1 stop24h 10m

$173

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Thu 26/6

10:30-23:25

1 stop12h 55m

$221

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Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Canberra with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Canberra to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Canberra to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Canberra to Melbourne is 90 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 Canberra to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 13 June 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 80% on flights from Canberra to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Canberra to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Canberra to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Canberra to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

The most flights from CBR to ME1 are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Canberra to Melbourne. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Canberra (CBR) if they book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne. On average, Canberra has 41 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 4 airlines. Canberra is conveniently located just 6.4 km from Canberra’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at $184, Jetstar will fly you from Canberra to Melbourne 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 $238 and $611, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 35% 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 one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $80 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $170 and Qantas Airways from $201 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Canberra to Melbourne are Etihad Airways (96%), American Airlines (96%) and United Airlines (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Canberra to Melbourne is generally $2,417, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Canberra - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $158 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

  • 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?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$92Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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RexCheapest$130Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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