Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Melbourne – Canberra
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
direct
1h 5m Return – Dec 14, 2026
direct
1h 10m $166
2 days ago
Melbourne – Canberra
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
direct
1h 5m Return – Nov 23, 2026
direct
1h 10m $161
3 days ago
Melbourne – Canberra
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
direct
1h 5m Return – Nov 22, 2026
direct
1h 15m $185
3 days ago
Melbourne – Canberra
Outbound – Nov 19, 2026
direct
1h 5m Return – Nov 23, 2026
direct
1h 10m $184
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$132
Average price of a round trip
$152
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h5
A flight from Melbourne to Canberra takes on average 1h5.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Canberra is August.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to Canberra
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Canberra (Australia) from Melbourne (Australia) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is November, with an average flight ticket price of $149 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, October and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 48 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Jetstar Airways. A ticket from the airline Jetstar Airways to Canberra costs on average $151.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia.
info departure city :
Melbourne, Australia
airports :
Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Essendon Airport (MEB)
local time :
Melbourne is a city in the country Australia, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Melbourne, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 24°C.
The city of Melbourne (MEL) has 2 airport(s): Tullamarine and Essendon
destination info :
Canberra, Australia
airport :
Canberra Airport (CBR)
local time :
Canberra is in the country Australia, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Canberra, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 11°C, with a minimum of 6°C and a maximum of 17°C.
The city of Canberra has 1 airport(s): Canberra
Useful info about Canberra
What is the least touristic period to go to Canberra?
If you want to visit Canberra during the least touristic period, choose the month of August.
What is the most popular time to travel to Canberra?
In Canberra, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Melbourne to Canberra?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 48 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 7 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra is Thursday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Melbourne and Canberra?
When you leave, you can leave from Tullamarine, and you will arrive at Canberra.
How to reach Melbourne airport from the city centre?
The airport Tullamarine is located 20 km or Essendon is located 11 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Melbourne to Canberra?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Melbourne and Canberra?
In summer, the average temperature is 6°C in Canberra and 10°C in Melbourne. The average rainfall in summer is 52 mm in Canberra and 55 mm in Melbourne. In summer, it is warmer in Melbourne and it rains less in Canberra. In winter, it is colder in Melbourne and it rains more in Canberra.