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Flights from Sydney to Canberra

Nonstop flights from Sydney (SYD) to Canberra (CBR) take about 48m (236 km). Virgin Australia and Qantas fly it. Lowest fare seen: $160 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Sydney to Canberra

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

✈ Virgin Australianonstop fare seen✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen

Sydney to Canberra fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $160 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $148. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$16630 Oct 2026 · Virgin Australia—
Nov 2026$1606 Nov 2026 · Virgin Australia—
Jan 2027$1735 Jan 2027 · Virgin Australia$148 · 1 stop5 Jan 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $160 for November 2026, $148 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Sydney 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 — Sydney to Canberra flights

How long is the flight from Sydney to Canberra?
A nonstop flight from Sydney (SYD) to Canberra (CBR) 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 Sydney from Canberra by air?
The great-circle distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport and Canberra Airport is 236 km (147 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Sydney to Canberra?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SYD–CBR 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 Sydney to Canberra cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SYD–CBR was $160 USD with Virgin Australia (nonstop), departing 6 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 Sydney to Canberra?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $148 one-way, against $166 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 Sydney to Canberra?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $148 with one stop against $160 nonstop, a saving of $12. 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 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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