Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Canberra to Melbourne?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Canberra to Melbourne flights typically cost between $219 and $389 in October. The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $182 on Jetstar (22 Oct–27 Oct).

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Canberra to Melbourne flights typically cost between $219 and $389 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $182 on Jetstar (22 Oct–27 Oct).

Question 2

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Canberra to Melbourne flights?

Accepted Answer

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for Canberra to Melbourne flights?

Accepted Answer

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

Question 5

How often are flights from Canberra to Melbourne delayed?

Accepted Answer

About 12% of weekly flights between Canberra and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 86 minutes.

Question 6

How long is the flight from Canberra to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Virgin Australia and Jetstar 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.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Currently priced at $100, 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 Pelican Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $150 and $206, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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 $134 and Qantas Airways from $169 one-way.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

The best time to book flights from Canberra to Melbourne is 60 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.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne (average of $278). Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in March is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Canberra to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.

Question 12

Weekly flight availability from Canberra to Melbourne

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The most flights from CBR to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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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.

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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).

Question 15

What are the cheapest flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

While on average a flight from Canberra to Melbourne is generally $3,271, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $115. When looking at the most popular route, (Canberra - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $162 for that flight.

Question 16

What are the most reliable airlines from Canberra to Melbourne?

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The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Canberra to Melbourne are United Airlines (84%), Qatar Airways (82%) and China Southern (80%).

Question 17

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Canberra to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airlines flying from Canberra to Melbourne are Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 18

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CBR to MEL?

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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from Canberra to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Question 19

What airport do you fly from for flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

Accepted Answer

Most people fly from Canberra (CBR) if they book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne. On average, Canberra has 28 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 4 airlines. Canberra is conveniently located just 6.4 km from Canberra’s city centre.

Question 20

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

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

Question 21

How can I find direct flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

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

Question 22

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

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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.

Question 23

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

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Deals for Canberra to Melbourne flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 24

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Canberra to Melbourne?

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Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Melbourne from Canberra by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Question 25

Can Cheapflights find flights from Canberra to Melbourne with no change fees?

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Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Canberra to Melbourne with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Question 26

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Canberra to Melbourne become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Melbourne from Canberra today and book when prices fit your budget.

Round-trip from	$182
One-way from	$105
Popular in	November
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$303

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$100	Average$224	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$150	Average$345	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Pelican Airlines	Cheapest$206	Average$227	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Pelican Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$220	Average$379	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

Cheap flights from Canberra to Melbourne from $105

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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 25 August 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from Canberra to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 25 August 2026.

The most flights from CBR to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Canberra to Melbourne flights typically cost between $219 and $389 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $182 on Jetstar (22 Oct–27 Oct).

How often are flights from Canberra to Melbourne delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Canberra and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 86 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 early afternoon 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.

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

The best time to book flights from Canberra to Melbourne is 60 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 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 22 August 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Canberra to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.

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Canberra to Melbourne flights typically cost between $219 and $389 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $182 on Jetstar (22 Oct–27 Oct).