Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra from $80
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Canberra?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Canberra?
The cheapest month to fly to Canberra from Melbourne Airport is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $229, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Canberra in July, then you should wait until May to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $240.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Canberra?
According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Canberra from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $247. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Canberra is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $336.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Canberra?
Flying to Canberra from Melbourne Airport in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $262 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $340. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
What is the cheapest Melbourne to Canberra flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Canberra?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Canberra from Melbourne Airport when booking 25 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Canberra for around $278 when searching 25 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Canberra from Melbourne Airport for as low as $201 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Canberra flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Canberra flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Canberra?
Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Canberra
Which airlines fly to Canberra?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Canberra from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Canberra. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Canberra on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Canberra on average per day?
As of April 2025, 31 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Canberra each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 39% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Canberra on average per week?
As of April 2025, there are 223 flights per week flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Melbourne to Canberra by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to Canberra will travel around 464.2 km. 1h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Canberra Airport is 4 as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Canberra Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Canberra Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Canberra Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Canberra is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (44.33% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (23.83%), Airbus A220-300 (23.03%), and De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q (3.56%).
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Canberra?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Canberra, the leading airline is Virgin Australia, making up 48% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Jetstar with 32%, Qantas Airways with 12%, and Rex with 8%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Canberra with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $102 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.6 437 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $124 | Free cancellation | Rating 9.4 27 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $157 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 398 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $192 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 820 reviews |
Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Canberra
The lowest priced Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne Airport to Canberra from the last 72 hours was $100. Generally, Virgin Australia has 14 flights on this route every week with an average price of $211. Virgin Australia is rated 7.5/10 by our users.
Qantas Airways Flights From Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Qantas Airways is also a popular choice for this route. Qantas Airways flight deals for Melbourne Airport to Canberra start from as low as $123 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Qantas Airways deals seen on momondo around $257. Qantas Airways operates 28 flights to Canberra from Melbourne Airport in an average week. Users have rated it 7.5/10 across 820 reviews.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Canberra?
It is quick and easy to find Melbourne to Canberra flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Canberra that suits you.
Can I find flights from Melbourne to Canberra with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Melbourne to Canberra flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Canberra?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Canberra from Melbourne. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Canberra from Melbourne. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.