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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Canberra to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Canberra to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Canberra to Melbourne - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Canberra to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport is May, where tickets cost £114 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets is £171 and £156 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 76 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Canberra and Melbourne?

The airlines most regularly connecting Canberra to Melbourne are Qantas Airways (7 flights per day), Virgin Australia (4 flights per day), and Rex (one flight per day).

How many flights are there between Canberra and Melbourne Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 10 and 16 nonstop flights that take off from Canberra and land in Melbourne Airport, with an average flight time of 1h 11m. The most common departure time is 13:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 98 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Canberra and Melbourne Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Canberra to Melbourne?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Canberra at 06:00 and will be landing in Melbourne Airport at 07:15.

What’s the latest departure time from Canberra to Melbourne?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport jets off at 20:10 and lands at 21:20.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Canberra to Melbourne

Low season

June

High season

March
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Canberra to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Canberra to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Canberra to Melbourne flights

  • What can I do during the stopover between Canberra and Melbourne?

    Travellers who book a connecting flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) can expect a stopover in Sydney. Some options to pass the time at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) during a stopover include visiting one of the airport's lounges and exploring the airport's art installations. There’s also a kids’ cinema, where your little ones can be entertained by appropriate TV shows; it’s located in Terminal 1, near Gate 33.

  • Which nearby cities can be accessed from Melbourne Airport?

    There are several nearby cities that can be accessed from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). These include Geelong and Ballarat, which are served by the SkyBus Express Bus Service. You can also hire a car or take a train to Bendigo and Shepparton.

  • What is the luggage policy for Qantas on these flights?

    The luggage policy for Qantas flights from Canberra to Melbourne (Tullamarine) could differ depending on the class ticket and itinerary. Passengers in economy class are usually permitted to bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of checked luggage. The carry-on bag's measurements are limited to 56 by 36 by 23 cm, and its weight cannot exceed 7 kg.

  • What accessibility services are offered by Rex Airlines on this route?

    Rex Airlines offers mobility assistance to customers who require special help, including those with limited mobility. The airline provides various services, including boarding and deplaning help, wheelchair assistance and in-flight assistance.

  • Are there any passenger lounges at the Canberra Airport?

    There are both Qantas Club passenger lounges and Virgin Australia lounges available at the Canberra Airport. If you’re flying economy class, you can pay to enter these lounges by purchasing a ticket at the lounge door, subject to availability. The Qantas Lounge can be found near Gate 11, opposite the service desk, and the Virgin Australia lounge is on Level 3 of the western concourse.

  • Are there any public transport options from Melbourne Airport to the city?

    The Skybus City Express is the fastest public transport from the airport to the Melbourne CBD. The buses operate every day, all day, every 10min, and you can purchase tickets from one of the convenient kiosks in each terminal’s Arrivals Area. This company also offers services to other areas around Melbourne, including St Kilda, Southbank, and the Western Melbourne Suburbs.

  • Are there any parking options at the Canberra Airport?

    Whether you’re away for a long weekend or for up to six weeks, there are parking options available on the Canberra Airport campus only a short walk to the terminal. The airport uses a coloured parking system so you can easily figure out where you can leave your car. For example, for a long-term stay in the outdoor car park, just park in a yellow or red park. Payment can be made by credit card as you leave the parking area.

  • How do I get to the Canberra Airport?

    The Action Bus route Rapid 3 by Transport Canberra regularly services from the Spence Terminus to Canberra Airport via the City Interchange, Belconnen Interchange, and Cohen St Interchange. Transfer from the city takes less than 20min and can be paid by the MyWay cards, by cash on the bus, or by purchasing a ticket from the machines at the station. If you’re in Canberra for the skiing, shuttles run to the airport from Thredbo, Jindabyne, and Perisher.

  • Where is the best place to get something to eat?

    The Arrivals Area of the Melbourne Airport has a more limited range of dining options; however, there is a Hudsons Coffee Kiosk that serves snacks and pastries. You might be best picking something up before your flight at the Canberra Airport, at the Departure Area food court. For example, if you’re after lunch or dinner, you can grab something at noodles xo, or there are a range of cafes such as City Hill Café or Two before Ten.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Canberra to Melbourne?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Canberra to Melbourne flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Canberra and Melbourne, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Canberra to Melbourne?

    There are direct flights from Canberra to Melbourne on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Canberra to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Canberra to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Canberra is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Canberra with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Canberra to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Canberra up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Canberra to Melbourne

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Canberra? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £84 or less one-way.
  • Airlines like Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar allow service dogs to travel free with their owners on flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL). However, all other animals and pets are required to travel in a particular area in the hold of the aircraft, as air cargo.
  • It is important to ensure that you carry all documents required for flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). Passengers are required to present a government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver's licence, at check-in and when going through security.
  • The Melbourne or Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city’s major international airport, located about 30min north of downtown Melbourne. If you’re looking for an alternative, the Avalon Airport (AVV) is the next closest, located about 1h from Melbourne.
  • If you’ve got a ride to Canberra Airport (CBR), there is a quick and free drop-off point along the upper roadway, just across from the check-in.
  • If you're getting picked up from the Melbourne Airport, you can find 1min pick-up zones directly outside Terminal 2. If your ride gets there early, they can find a wait zone near the long-term parking, where the first 20min is free.
  • If you’d like to pick up some last minute supplies before you flight from Canberra to Melbourne, news@CBR in the Departure Area of Canberra Airport is open 7 days a week from 05:00–21:30 and offers reading materials, snacks, and some basic travel supplies, such as headphones.
  • The Melbourne Airport’s Traveller’s Information Service (TIS) offers resources that can help you make the most of what the city has to offer. The desk is in the International Arrivals Area in Terminal 2 (also accessible from Terminal 3).
  • If you’re heading to Canberra Airport for an early flight, keep in mind that the airport terminal is not open 24h. Doors are open from 04:30 until 30min after the last flight.
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Prefer to fly direct from Canberra to Melbourne?

Find which airlines fly direct from Canberra to Melbourne, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Canberra to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +11 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +12 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +10 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +11 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +10 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +11 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +11 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +12 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +11 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +12 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +11 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +12 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +11 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +12 more

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Canberra

Monday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +10 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +11 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +9 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +10 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +9 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +10 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +10 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +11 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +10 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +11 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +10 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +11 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +10 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +11 more

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One-way flight deals

directAmerican Airlines
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directQatar Airways
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directEmirates
1h 15mCBR-MEL
directJetstar
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directChina Eastern
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directVirgin Australia
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directAir New Zealand
1h 15mCBR-MEL
directUnited Airlines
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directIndiGo
1h 15mCBR-MEL
directRex
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directEtihad Airways
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directLATAM Airlines
1h 10mCBR-MEL
directQantas Airways
1h 15mCBR-MEL
directSingapore Airlines
1h 10mCBR-MEL

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Canberra - Melbourne Flights

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Destination:

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Cabin classes:

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