On this page, you can find and book flights from Melbourne to Canberra. This 467-kilometer route is serviced regularly, with around 70 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient departure time.
Flights on this route are operated by Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-fare calendar on our website and checking in advance how to get to Melbourne Airport and reach the city center from Canberra Airport.
The table shows direct flights Melbourne → Canberra on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar Airways and Qatar Airways. Departures from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport airports, arrivals at Canberra 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 Melbourne — Canberra by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 249 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 418 in J. 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.
Melbourne → Canberra, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 481 | high | May | AED 361 | medium | Sep | AED 481 | high |
| Feb | AED 391 | medium | Jun | AED 331 | medium | Oct | AED 451 | high |
| Mar | AED 421 | medium | Jul | AED 301 | low | Nov | AED 391 | medium |
| Apr | AED 451 | high | Aug | AED 301 | low | Dec | AED 541 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in the Australian capital change significantly throughout the year: the warmest month is January with an average temperature of 26.3°C, and the coolest is July, when the air warms up to only 10.1°C. The highest rainfall occurs in November, while April and May enjoy relatively dry weather.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable time to fly is July, when tickets cost AED 249. Prices peak in January — the cost of the flight increases to AED 418, due to the summer holiday season and high demand for domestic travel.
September is an optimal choice for a trip: ticket prices remain moderate, and the spring warming makes the journey comfortable. We recommend avoiding bookings for January if your main goal is maximum savings on your flight.
There are 4 airlines operating on the Melbourne — Canberra route, with Qantas and Virgin Australia being the primary carriers. Most flights are direct, and with a high flight frequency (around 70 per week), it is easy to find a convenient departure time throughout the day. A detailed schedule and information on available flight options are provided in the list below.
Flights Melbourne — Canberra depart from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport and arrive at Canberra Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight between the cities takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes, considering the distance of 467 kilometers and time for takeoff and landing.
Regular flights are operated by Qantas, Virgin Australia, and the low-cost carrier Jetstar; Qatar Airways flights may also be available on this route.
Yes, the vast majority of the 70 weekly flights are direct, making air travel the fastest way to reach the capital.
All flights from Melbourne arrive at the city's only international airport, Canberra Airport (CBR).
Prices change constantly depending on demand and booking lead time; you can find the current minimum for your dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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