On this page, you can book flights from Canberra to Melbourne. This 467 km route is in high demand, with approximately 78 flights per week.
Regular service between the cities is maintained by Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia. To find a great deal, use the price trend chart and explore information on how to get to Canberra Airport and how to get from Melbourne Airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Canberra → Melbourne on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar Airways and FlyPelican. Departures from Canberra Airport airports, arrivals at Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Canberra — Melbourne by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 250 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 385 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Canberra → Melbourne, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 406 | low | May | AED 386 | low | Sep | AED 476 | medium |
| Feb | AED 451 | medium | Jun | AED 541 | high | Oct | AED 496 | high |
| Mar | AED 476 | medium | Jul | AED 521 | high | Nov | AED 451 | medium |
| Apr | AED 521 | high | Aug | AED 361 | low | Dec | AED 541 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with an average high temperature of 26.3°C. The coolest and rainiest weather typically sets in during July and August, when daytime temperatures drop to 12.7–13.9°C, while rainfall remains steadily moderate.
The lowest flight prices are recorded for August — AED 250 and July — AED 250. February is considered the peak period for flight costs, with fares starting AED 385.
We recommend choosing December as the optimal time for your trip: the weather is already quite warm, and the flight will cost approximately AED 303. Try to avoid February if your goal is maximum savings on tickets.
There are 5 airlines operating on this route, with the majority of flights provided by Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia. Most flights are direct, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible. Below is a detailed schedule and information for each carrier to help you choose the optimal departure time.
Flights Canberra — Melbourne depart from Canberra Airport and arrive at Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 467 km, so the actual flight time, excluding taxiing, takes about 1 hour.
Regular direct flights are operated by Qantas (QF), Jetstar (JQ), and Virgin Australia (VA).
All main flights from the Australian capital arrive at Melbourne International Airport (MEL), also known as Tullamarine.
It is recommended to track prices a month before departure and use the price trend charts on this page to find the most favorable fares.
The cost changes constantly depending on flight occupancy; the current minimum fares are always displayed in the low price calendar above.
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