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Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from NZD 108 and round-trip from NZD 242. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Melbourne to Canberra are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport are usually in December, with an average price of NZD 215. It is best to avoid October, when the average price can reach NZD 306.

NZD 306
NZD 261
NZD 215
NZD 170
    Cheapest
  • NZD 238
    Nov
  • NZD 215
    Dec
  • NZD 232
    Jan
  • NZD 244
    Feb
  • NZD 258
    Mar
  • NZD 269
    Apr
  • NZD 252
    May
  • NZD 281
    Jun
  • NZD 233
    Jul
  • NZD 218
    Aug
  • NZD 228
    Sep
  • NZD 306
    Oct

What is the cheapest month to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly return fares from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, March is often the month to find the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport, with an average price of NZD 422. October is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching NZD 579.

NZD 579
NZD 501
NZD 422
NZD 344
    Cheapest
  • NZD 555
    Nov
  • NZD 571
    Dec
  • NZD 489
    Jan
  • NZD 457
    Feb
  • NZD 422
    Mar
  • NZD 557
    Apr
  • NZD 482
    May
  • NZD 438
    Jun
  • NZD 516
    Jul
  • NZD 485
    Aug
  • NZD 512
    Sep
  • NZD 579
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport is Thursday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Sunday as prices are typically highest on that day.

NZD 346
NZD 281
NZD 215
NZD 150
    Cheapest
  • NZD 317
    Mon
  • NZD 254
    Tue
  • NZD 223
    Wed
  • NZD 215
    Thu
  • NZD 242
    Fri
  • NZD 259
    Sat
  • NZD 346
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport is Jetstar Airways (from NZD 108) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From NZD 108
Virgin Australia
From NZD 126
Qantas Airways
From NZD 189

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What is the flight schedule from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Melbourne to Canberra and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ654

    12:05 PM

    MEL

    1h 5m

    1:10 PM

    CBR

    S M T W T F S
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  2. VA291

    9:55 PM

    MEL

    1h 10m

    11:05 PM

    CBR

    S M T W T - S
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  3. VA281

    5:05 PM

    MEL

    1h 10m

    6:15 PM

    CBR

    S M T W T - S
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  4. VA259

    8:45 AM

    MEL

    1h 5m

    9:50 AM

    CBR

    S M T W T F S
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  5. VA253

    6:20 AM

    MEL

    1h 10m

    7:30 AM

    CBR

    S - T - T - -
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  6. VA267

    12:10 PM

    MEL

    1h 5m

    1:15 PM

    CBR

    S M T W T F S
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About Melbourne Airport and Canberra International Airport

Learn about Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Canberra International Airport (CBR) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 469.03 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price NZD 108
Cheapest return ticket price NZD 242

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport?

    Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport takes about 52 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 12 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR).
  • The earliest flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport departs at 06:05, and the last departs at 21:55, with about 28 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around NZD 304 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 06:05 and arrives in Canberra International Airport (CBR) at 07:15.
  • The latest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 21:10 and arrives in Canberra International Airport (CBR) at 22:15.
    • The distance from Canberra Airport to downtown is about 6 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • Virgin Australia is a very popular airline operating an average of 3266 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport currently start from NZD 108, and round-trip fares start from NZD 242. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Fri, Dec 18; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport, with an average flight time of 49 minutes, and around 88 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport is NZD 264. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo and Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport, with one-way fares starting from NZD 108. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Melbourne Airport to Canberra International Airport operates around 83 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
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