Canberra, AustraliaSydney, Australia

Flights from Canberra to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Canberra (CBR) to Sydney (SYD) take about 48m (236 km). Virgin Australia and Qantas fly it. Lowest fare seen: $141 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Sydney

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Airlines flying Canberra to Sydney

Carriers on CBR–SYD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Virgin Australianonstop fare seen✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen

Canberra to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $151 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $144. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$17929 Oct 2026 · Virgin Australia	—
Nov 2026	$1731 Nov 2026 · Virgin Australia	—
Dec 2026	$1518 Dec 2026 · Virgin Australia	$144 · 1 stop8 Dec 2026

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $144 in December 2026, against $173 for November 2026.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Canberra to Sydney, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Sydney

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Canberra to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Canberra to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from Canberra (CBR) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 48m, covering 236 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Canberra from Sydney by air?

The great-circle distance between Canberra Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 236 km (147 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Canberra to Sydney?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CBR–SYD route include Virgin Australia and Qantas. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Canberra to Sydney cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CBR–SYD was $141 USD with Virgin Australia (nonstop), departing 20 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

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

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $144 one-way, against $179 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Canberra to Sydney?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $128 with one stop against $141 nonstop, a saving of $13. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Australia to Australia?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Sydney?

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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