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Cheap flights from Canberra to Sydney from $168

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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — SYD
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Canberra to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in January or February, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Canberra to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Canberra (CBR) to Sydney (SYD). 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$324

One-way from

$168

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$467

Good round-trip deal

$503 or less

Good one-way deal

$261 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 11/12-11/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 10m total
  • Canberra to Sydney
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 05m total
  • Canberra to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Canberra to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Canberra to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.

Thu 11/1210:40CBR - SYD
1 stop21h 50mVirgin Australia
Fri 12/1216:05SYD - CBR
Nonstop1h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/11$324
Tue 2/1207:05CBR - SYD
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1206:10SYD - CBR
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$327
Wed 3/1215:30CBR - SYD
1 stop5h 40mJetstar
Wed 10/1221:45SYD - CBR
1 stop13h 50mJetstar
Deal found 5/11$338
Mon 8/1216:05CBR - SYD
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1221:45SYD - CBR
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$350
Mon 1/1216:05CBR - SYD
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1221:45SYD - CBR
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$363
Wed 19/1110:35CBR - SYD
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 19/1115:50SYD - CBR
Nonstop0h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/11$369
Tue 2/1212:15CBR - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Wed 3/1209:10SYD - CBR
1 stop5h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/11$372
Mon 1/1212:15CBR - SYD
1 stop19h 10mJetstar
Mon 8/1221:45SYD - CBR
1 stop13h 50mJetstar
Deal found 2/11$375
Wed 3/1215:30CBR - SYD
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1212:20SYD - CBR
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$381
Mon 8/1212:15CBR - SYD
1 stop19h 15mJetstar
Mon 15/1221:45SYD - CBR
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Deal found 5/11$384
Sat 15/1115:20CBR - SYD
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1221:45SYD - CBR
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$395

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra to Sydney 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 5 November 2025.
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Sydney

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Depart

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Price

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Tue 2/12

07:05-08:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

06:10-14:50

1 stop8h 40m

$327

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Wed 3/12

15:30-21:10

1 stop5h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

21:45-11:35

1 stop13h 50m

$338

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Tue 2/12

12:15-20:25

1 stop8h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

09:10-14:50

1 stop5h 40m

$372

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Mon 1/12

12:15-07:25

1 stop19h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/12

21:45-11:35

1 stop13h 50m

$375

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Wed 3/12

15:30-21:10

1 stop5h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/12

12:20-13:20

Nonstop1h 00m

$381

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Mon 8/12

16:05-17:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

19:05-20:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$395

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Sat 15/11

15:20-16:20

Nonstop1h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

21:45-14:50

1 stop17h 05m

$395

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Mon 1/12

19:05-20:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/12

20:35-21:35

Nonstop1h 00m

$397

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Mon 17/11

16:05-17:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/11

21:20-17:00

1 stop19h 40m

$407

CanberraSydney

CBR - SYD

CBRSYD

Canberra

Fri 19/12

17:35-18:35

Nonstop1h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/12

16:05-17:05

Nonstop1h 00m

$418

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Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Canberra to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Canberra to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Canberra to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Sydney (average of $189). Flying from Canberra to Sydney in June is currently the most expensive (average of $349). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Canberra to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Canberra to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Canberra to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 5 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Canberra to Sydney 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
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
424 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
927 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
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Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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
480 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.2

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Canberra to Sydney?

    If you wish to fly to Sydney from Canberra, then you need to book flights from Canberra to Sydney Kingsford Smith. There are 75 flights from Canberra (CBR) to Kingsford Smith (SYD) per day to choose from. Flights to Sydney from Canberra are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 00m is how long a nonstop flight from Canberra to Sydney Kingsford Smith typically takes.

  • How popular is this Canberra to Sydney flight route?

    This flight path from Canberra to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 4,429 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 Canberra to Sydney?

    A quick flight from Canberra to Sydney can take about 5h 40m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $338. Canberra and Sydney are separated by a distance of 237 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Canberra to Sydney round-trip from $188. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $333, and Qantas Airways, from $369. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Canberra to Sydney are United Airlines (94%), American Airlines (88%) and Air Canada (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Canberra to Sydney?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,932 for a flight from Canberra to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $193 while the most popular route, (Canberra - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $407.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canberra to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Sydney (average of $189). Flying from Canberra to Sydney in June is currently the most expensive (average of $349). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Canberra to Sydney. 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 5 November 2025.
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JetstarCheapest$188Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$333Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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