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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra, 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 Melbourne Airport to Canberra is August, where tickets cost £116 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets is £172 and £163 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra, 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 Melbourne Airport to Canberra, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 66 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Melbourne and Canberra?

In normal times, Qantas Airways flies from Melbourne to Canberra up to 7 times per day, Virgin Australia up to 4 times per day, and Rex 1 time per day.

Which airlines fly direct between Melbourne Airport and Canberra?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra.
There are 4 airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Airport to Canberra. They are: Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Rex and Virgin Australia. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Virgin Australia at £65 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Virgin Australia.

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

Each day, there are between 10 and 17 nonstop flights that take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Canberra, with an average flight time of 1h 06m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 97 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

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

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 Melbourne to Canberra?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 06:05 and will be landing in Canberra at 07:10.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra jets off at 20:55 and lands at 22:05.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Melbourne to Canberra

Low season

August

High season

March
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Melbourne to Canberra

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Canberra 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 Melbourne to Canberra flights

  • How can I find sustainable flights from Melbourne to Canberra?

    Through KAYAK, you can sort flights by CO2 emissions to find a sustainable option. Along this route, the average amount of CO2 emitted per person is 354 kg. Booking a flight on Jetstar will reduce CO2 emissions by up to 48%.

  • Can I book a business-class or first-class flight along this route?

    Whether you’re travelling for work or leisure, you can book a business-class flight for your trip from Melbourne to Canberra on Qantas. Passengers enjoy wide leather seats with generous legroom, restaurant-quality meals with wine, access to the domestic business lounge and priority boarding and disembarkation.

  • What amenities are available for people with special needs?

    If you require a wheelchair at the airport, contact your airline at least 48 hours before your flight. Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Canberra Airport (CBR) have accessible facilities and services, including lifts and accessible toilets and pick-up/drop-off zones. If you travel with an assistance animal, you must advise your airline in advance.

  • What is the luggage allowance for this route?

    The amount of checked and carry-on luggage that you can bring depends on the airline. If you’re travelling Qantas Economy, you are typically allowed one piece of checked luggage that does not exceed 32 kg, while business-class passengers can bring two pieces that weigh up to 32 kg each. For carry-on luggage, you can bring one 10 kg bag or two bags that equal up to 14 kg.

  • Which restaurants will I find at Melbourne Airport?

    There is a long list of different airport restaurants located around the terminal at Melbourne Airport. Included in the options are Ali Baba, Bar Pulpo, Billie Chu, Boost Juice, Crown Lager Bar, Hungry Jack’s, McDonald’s, Nooodles, Salsa’s Fresh Mex and many more – whether you’re searching for a quick snack or a full meal, you’re bound to find something.

  • How much is parking at Melbourne Airport?

    There are a few different car parks at varying price points if you need to leave your car at Melbourne Airport. Airport parking starts at approximately $40 per day for economy long-term parking, with other options costing more. Melbourne Airport features an online car park booking system, which can be more cost-effective than booking on-site.

  • Which car hire agencies operate at Canberra Airport?

    The car hire kiosks at Canberra Airport are located on the lower level of the arrivals area outside the terminal. There are several different car hire agencies operating here, including Thrifty, Hertz, Redspot, Avis, Europcar and Budget Rent A Car. Availability can vary, so be sure to book early for the best price and a guaranteed vehicle.

  • Is there a rideshare pick-up area at Canberra Airport?

    The designated rideshare pick-up area at Canberra Airport is located at the GREEN indoor car park on the ground floor, which is just a short walk from the arrivals area. The rideshare companies operating in Canberra are GoCatch, OLA, Uber and Glide taxi, so to save time be sure to download the corresponding apps before your flight departs.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Canberra?

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

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

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

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

    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 Melbourne to Canberra.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Canberra from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Canberra?

    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 Canberra with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

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

    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 Canberra from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Canberra

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Canberra to Melbourne? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £58 or less one-way.
  • Passengers travelling with Qantas can purchase a Q Bag Tag, a permanent bag tag that synchronises with your boarding pass. After checking in online, you can leave your luggage at the Bag Drop and start your trip.
  • If you need to bring some extra luggage, purchasing additional luggage allowance online is generally cheaper than airport prices. Another way of increasing your luggage allowance is by upgrading to a first-class ticket.
  • Flights from Melbourne to Canberra are generally available for a low fare and without stops between the two cities with domestic airlines like Tigerair Australia and Virgin Australia. These flights arrive at Canberra Airport, which serves the Australian Capital Territory and is located approximately five miles from Canberra city centre.
  • Whether you need to catch up on work away from the noise of the boarding area or simply want to grab a bite to eat before your flight, there are a few different lounge areas available to travellers at Melbourne Airport. Options include the Qantas Club, the REX Lounge and others, all with varying access requirements and fees.
  • Getting to Canberra city centre via public transport is simple thanks to the buses operated by Transport Canberra. There are two bus lines, 11 and 11A, which travel between Canberra Airport’s terminal building and the bus station in Canberra city centre. A single ticket for these buses costs approximately $4.80.
  • Another popular way to get to Canberra city centre after your flight from Melbourne to Canberra is by taxi. The taxi rank is located on the ground floor of the terminal building, and several different companies operate local services. Taxi fares from the airport to central areas of Canberra start at approximately $23-26, depending on traffic conditions.
  • For travellers with early onward flights, or those who simply prefer to stay close to the terminal, Canberra Airport offers passengers an on-site hotel. The Vibe Hotel at Canberra Airport features 191 rooms, a fitness centre, free Wi-fi, conference areas and more.
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Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Canberra?

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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Top airline flying from Melbourne to Canberra

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Canberra. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Melbourne to Canberra? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.7
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 671 reviews
8.4Crew
7.6Comfort
6.8Entertainment
7.9Boarding
6.8Food
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This time is good . Don’t cancel flight with out early notice .

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2024BNE - MEL
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This time is good . Don’t cancel flight with out early notice .

Very good experience, considering the short flight the meals were served promptly after takeoff.

X class seats in row 3 with the new configuration are very poor in fact I feel 3B and 3E should no longer be considered as X class seat as there is no forward seat pocket available to these seats and greatly reduced leg room due the intrusion of the business class armrests/table module

It was pretty good. Everyone friendly. Like all airlines, the draconian limitations on baggage and weight and not giving even a free soda kind of drags down the experience a bit.

Last 10 minutes boarding they canceled the flight and didn’t organise anything

Estheticly the plane looks great, although the seats are way too upright. If the seats were just slightly more reclined then the comfort level would increase tenfold. I had the stiffest neck after just a short flight due to this. A nap was almost out of the question.

Cabin crew were very professional and welcoming. They certainly appeared to have lifted their game. Congratulations

I know not directly a Virgin "thing" but I hold Virgin responsible for their subcontractors. Had to wait 45 minutes waiting for baggage at PER before the belt conveyor even started. This is unacceptable and hopefully Virgin engages with whoever to pull their fingers out. I realise PER staff are generally slow at the best of times but this was ridiculous. Maybe more seating for those waiting, a cafe in the baggage area for a light meal while we wait or at the very least a troop of dancing girls to entertain the punters while they stare at the conveyor belt start light almost willing it to fire up.

Very poor. Flight was cancelled due to captain exceeding hours. Told to fend for ourselves for 12 hours until a new flight could be done. This meant overnight accommodation in Hobart. Next plane was delayed and no food onboard. No apologies from Virgin. Extremely disappointing.

Flight was cancelled due to a mechanical fault - Virgin rebooked me on a flight 6 hours later so I cancelled and flew with another carrier

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