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Flights from Melbourne to Canberra

Nonstop flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Canberra (CBR) take about 1h 5m (470 km). Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas fly it. Lowest fare seen: $68 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Melbourne to Canberra

Carriers on MEL–CBR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Melbourne to Canberra fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $68 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$10828 Oct 2026 · Virgin Australia—
Nov 2026$6819 Nov 2026 · Jetstar—
Feb 2027$10619 Feb 2027 · Jetstar—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $68 in November 2026, against $106 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Melbourne to Canberra, 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 Canberra

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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 — Melbourne to Canberra flights

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Canberra?
A nonstop flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Canberra (CBR) takes about 1h 5m, covering 470 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 Melbourne from Canberra by air?
The great-circle distance between Melbourne Airport and Canberra Airport is 470 km (292 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Canberra?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MEL–CBR route include Jetstar, 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 Melbourne to Canberra cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MEL–CBR was $68 USD with Jetstar (nonstop), departing 19 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 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 Melbourne to Canberra?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $68 one-way, against $108 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
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 Canberra?
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 22 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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