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Cheap flights from Canberra to Melbourne from $116

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — MEL
1 Jan — 8 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Canberra to Melbourne are usually found in May or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday 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 2 December 2025.

Mon 29/1206:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 5/122:10MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/12$286
Tue 9/1212:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1206:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$308
Wed 10/1206:05CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/210:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$313
Wed 31/1212:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Sun 4/110:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 30/11$324
Mon 29/1206:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/110:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/11$328
Mon 22/1212:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Thu 25/1210:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/11$336
Sun 21/1214:20CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1210:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11$350
Tue 16/1206:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mVirgin Australia
Thu 18/1222:10MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/11$353
Sat 20/1212:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Thu 25/1210:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/11$359
Mon 22/1212:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1222:10MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11$365
Fri 19/1212:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Thu 25/1210:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/11$366
Sun 28/1215:35CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/110:25MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11$373

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 2 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$203

One-way from

$118

Popular in

November

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May

Average price

$318
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/2-4/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Canberra to Melbourne
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Canberra to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sun 1/2

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

$203

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sun 8/2

14:25-15:40

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

$214

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Thu 15/1

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

$226

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sat 7/2

15:35-16:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

12:30-13:40

Nonstop1h 10m

$244

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sun 25/1

06:35-07:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

08:50-10:00

Nonstop1h 10m

$249

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Thu 19/2

08:20-09:35

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

17:05-18:15

Nonstop1h 10m

$250

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Thu 8/1

12:15-13:25

Nonstop1h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 13/1

10:25-11:35

Nonstop1h 10m

$252

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Wed 21/1

15:35-16:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

22:10-23:20

Nonstop1h 10m

$269

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Mon 19/1

18:55-20:10

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

22:10-23:20

Nonstop1h 10m

$269

CanberraMelbourne

CBR - MEL

CBRMEL

Canberra

Sun 18/1

18:55-20:10

Nonstop1h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

22:10-23:20

Nonstop1h 10m

$269

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Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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 28 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Canberra to Melbourne is 89 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne (average of $93). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 2 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% 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. Sunday 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 2 December 2025.

The most flights from CBR to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

How often are flights from Canberra to Melbourne delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Canberra and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 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 Monday 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, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% 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 2 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Canberra to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
425 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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 33 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 3 airlines. Canberra is conveniently located just 6.4 km from Canberra’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Canberra to Melbourne?

    Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Pelican Airlines can get you from Canberra to Melbourne in just under 1h 10m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Canberra to Melbourne is about 470 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Currently priced at $133, 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 $164 and $206, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 57% 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 $116 on Virgin Australia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Jetstar from $124 and Pelican Airlines from $221 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 United Airlines (95%), Virgin Australia (88%) and Jetstar (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Canberra to Melbourne is generally $365, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $113. When looking at the most popular route, (Canberra - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $195 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne (average of $93). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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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JetstarCheapest$133Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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