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Flights from Canberra to Melbourne - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Canberra to Melbourne?

The average price of all flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Melbourne on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Canberra to Melbourne. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport, 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 Canberra to Melbourne Airport is August, where tickets cost $152 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and October, where the average cost of tickets is $207 and $197 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Canberra to Melbourne Airport?

The average price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $265, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport, 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 Canberra to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 124 days before departure.

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June

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October
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.

When to book flights from Canberra to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Canberra to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Canberra to Melbourne flights

  • What can I do during the stopover between Canberra and Melbourne?

    Travellers who book a connecting flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) can expect a stopover in Sydney. Some options to pass the time at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) during a stopover include visiting one of the airport's lounges and exploring the airport's art installations. There’s also a kids’ cinema, where your little ones can be entertained by appropriate TV shows; it’s located in Terminal 1, near Gate 33.

  • Which nearby cities can be accessed from Melbourne Airport?

    There are several nearby cities that can be accessed from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). These include Geelong and Ballarat, which are served by the SkyBus Express Bus Service. You can also hire a car or take a train to Bendigo and Shepparton.

  • What is the luggage policy for Qantas on these flights?

    The luggage policy for Qantas flights from Canberra to Melbourne (Tullamarine) could differ depending on the class ticket and itinerary. Passengers in economy class are usually permitted to bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of checked luggage. The carry-on bag's measurements are limited to 56 by 36 by 23 cm, and its weight cannot exceed 7 kg.

  • What accessibility services are offered by Rex Airlines on this route?

    Rex Airlines offers mobility assistance to customers who require special help, including those with limited mobility. The airline provides various services, including boarding and deplaning help, wheelchair assistance and in-flight assistance.

  • Are there any passenger lounges at the Canberra Airport?

    There are both Qantas Club passenger lounges and Virgin Australia lounges available at the Canberra Airport. If you’re flying economy class, you can pay to enter these lounges by purchasing a ticket at the lounge door, subject to availability. The Qantas Lounge can be found near Gate 11, opposite the service desk, and the Virgin Australia lounge is on Level 3 of the western concourse.

  • Are there any public transport options from Melbourne Airport to the city?

    The Skybus City Express is the fastest public transport from the airport to the Melbourne CBD. The buses operate every day, all day, every 10min, and you can purchase tickets from one of the convenient kiosks in each terminal’s Arrivals Area. This company also offers services to other areas around Melbourne, including St Kilda, Southbank, and the Western Melbourne Suburbs.

  • Are there any parking options at the Canberra Airport?

    Whether you’re away for a long weekend or for up to six weeks, there are parking options available on the Canberra Airport campus only a short walk to the terminal. The airport uses a coloured parking system so you can easily figure out where you can leave your car. For example, for a long-term stay in the outdoor car park, just park in a yellow or red park. Payment can be made by credit card as you leave the parking area.

  • How do I get to the Canberra Airport?

    The Action Bus route Rapid 3 by Transport Canberra regularly services from the Spence Terminus to Canberra Airport via the City Interchange, Belconnen Interchange, and Cohen St Interchange. Transfer from the city takes less than 20min and can be paid by the MyWay cards, by cash on the bus, or by purchasing a ticket from the machines at the station. If you’re in Canberra for the skiing, shuttles run to the airport from Thredbo, Jindabyne, and Perisher.

  • Where is the best place to get something to eat?

    The Arrivals Area of the Melbourne Airport has a more limited range of dining options; however, there is a Hudsons Coffee Kiosk that serves snacks and pastries. You might be best picking something up before your flight at the Canberra Airport, at the Departure Area food court. For example, if you’re after lunch or dinner, you can grab something at noodles xo, or there are a range of cafes such as City Hill Café or Two before Ten.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Canberra and Melbourne?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Canberra to Melbourne. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

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

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

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

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

    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 Canberra to Melbourne.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Canberra is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Canberra to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Canberra with another airline. Booking your flights between Canberra and MEL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Melbourne from Canberra up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Canberra to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $113 or less one-way and $230 or less round-trip.
  • Airlines like Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar allow service dogs to travel free with their owners on flights from Canberra to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL). However, all other animals and pets are required to travel in a particular area in the hold of the aircraft, as air cargo.
  • It is important to ensure that you carry all documents required for flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). Passengers are required to present a government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver's licence, at check-in and when going through security.
  • The Melbourne or Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city’s major international airport, located about 30min north of downtown Melbourne. If you’re looking for an alternative, the Avalon Airport (AVV) is the next closest, located about 1h from Melbourne.
  • If you’ve got a ride to Canberra Airport (CBR), there is a quick and free drop-off point along the upper roadway, just across from the check-in.
  • If you're getting picked up from the Melbourne Airport, you can find 1min pick-up zones directly outside Terminal 2. If your ride gets there early, they can find a wait zone near the long-term parking, where the first 20min is free.
  • If you’d like to pick up some last minute supplies before you flight from Canberra to Melbourne, news@CBR in the Departure Area of Canberra Airport is open 7 days a week from 05:00–21:30 and offers reading materials, snacks, and some basic travel supplies, such as headphones.
  • The Melbourne Airport’s Traveller’s Information Service (TIS) offers resources that can help you make the most of what the city has to offer. The desk is in the International Arrivals Area in Terminal 2 (also accessible from Terminal 3).
  • If you’re heading to Canberra Airport for an early flight, keep in mind that the airport terminal is not open 24h. Doors are open from 04:30 until 30min after the last flight.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Canberra to Melbourne?

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

Nonstop departures

Canberra to Melbourne

Monday

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, Emirates, +8 more

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +9 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +7 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +8 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +8 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +9 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +8 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +9 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +8 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +9 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, Emirates, +8 more

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +9 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +8 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +9 more

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Nonstop returns

Melbourne to Canberra

Monday

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, China Eastern, +9 more

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +10 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, Emirates, +8 more

Air New Zealand, China Eastern, +9 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, China Eastern, +9 more

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +10 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, China Eastern, +9 more

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +10 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, China Eastern, +9 more

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +10 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, +7 more

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +8 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, China Eastern, +9 more

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, +10 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Canberra to Melbourne

 
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9.4
RexOverall score based on 26 reviews
9.6Crew
7.9Food
9.1Boarding
8.6Comfort
6.8Entertainment
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Fantastic staff and plane Only issue was flying out from terminal 2 at Perth nothing was open to get food or drink, we were there 3 hours early with 2 kids and not prepared to not be able to purchase food or drinks. Having self check in and bag drop would be wonderful too, as we had to wait for staff to arrive to check in despite checking in online the day before . Nothing major but would have made a great trip fantastic!

10.0 ExcellentBec, Jul 2024PER - ADL
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Fantastic staff and plane Only issue was flying out from terminal 2 at Perth nothing was open to get food or drink, we were there 3 hours early with 2 kids and not prepared to not be able to purchase food or drinks. Having self check in and bag drop would be wonderful too, as we had to wait for staff to arrive to check in despite checking in online the day before . Nothing major but would have made a great trip fantastic!

Enjoyed the comfort of the seats, slight delay to departure time but prompt takeoff and landing.

It asks about entertainment tho it’s not applicable. 10/10 for Rex 👌🏻

Not sure how to answer on the entertainment as there wasn’t any.. Comfort, I wasn’t comfortable as I was on the window side and a morbidly obese man sat in the middle and eased out into my space. I had sciatica so I wasn’t able to move much to get comfortable. Food wise I have a wheat allergy and asked if there was a gluten free option and was given a Byron bay cookie which was lovely tho it wasn’t wheat free. Not to worry. I wasn’t expecting there to be any appropriate snacks for me anyhow. The staff were very generous with the snacks and their concern for the passengers. The staff were amazing tho. Truly amazing ! One of the staff must have noticed my discomfort and helped me out to stand in the back of the plane to stretch which I really appreciated. I would fly with REX again without hesitation. Thank you very much. It was my first flight with you and I look forward to my return flight home on Tuesday. Best wishes to your company 👌🏻

All good, was a one hour flight so no food or entertainment which was expected

Rex is an underrated airline. Its my first time flying them and they were fantastic. the only things that annoyed me about my flight were things other passengers did so it was nothing i or REX could change

Really enjoyed flying with Rex the boarding and booking baggage on was easier than most. I will beat using Rex next time.

On time and a quick flight and staff vert good

It was very nice. I will try to fly with Qantas whenever I can.

Terrible. 6 hour delay with no explanations and only 15 dollars in food credits. A disaster. I'll just leave it at that.

Much better than I expected for such a long flight.

Flight was cancelled about 1.5 hours before departure. Replacement flight provided scheduled 1 hour later. Late boarding, late departure and arrived Melbourne nearly 2 hours after originally scheduled.

Good - better than other airlines in terms of food and seat comfort.

It’s a very long flight and there are so many people on board. Perhaps a warm washcloth now and then to freshen up

The crew was very helpful to my family, especially when my daughter became sick during the flight. Will fly with them again.

Too many passengers are bringing on too many large items as part of carry on baggage where it should be checked in. This is not the fault of Qantas but the stupid mindset passengers have now about trying to bring anything and everything on as carry on luggage where it should be checked in.

Better than expected, normally I don't use this airline because they are too expensive for me, but if you can afford it, good on you, you won't regret it. Regards.

The flight was delayed over 2 hours. We had to wait on the plane and the air conditioning was turned off. The food was average and the cutlery was wooden!

The flight was delayed by 45 minutes, but boarding, actual flight, and crew were great. However, there was Zero free food and only water, tea, or coffee to drink. Everything else was for sale. No onboard entertainment but it was a short flight.

Boarding was smooth after a 25 min delay. Notification of delay could be more efficient and change in boarding gate was not notified on the flights board or app.

I did not use the in flight entertainment, but the selection appeared to be decent. Take off was delayed, but otherwise the process was uneventful.

Great flight - on time, lovely staff. I’ll always have the same complaint and essentially it’s the limited food options for people who are celiac. But that’s all airlines !

The level of incompetence of this airline is truly astounding.

I'll never transit from international through Sydney with Virgin until they improve the domestic transfer system. It's ridiculous that you have to take oversize baggage to the transfer desk to get it activated then struggle onto the shuttle bus (carrying a 25kg, 2m long ski bag and carry-on - along with about 6 others in the same situation) then negotiate the terminal and queue to put it onto the oversize receival bag drop.

For a red eye flight it is pretty uncomfortable. They provide nothing in the way of pillows, etc.

2 hrs + delay! Times kept changing, Onboard menu was half depleted, Entertainment wifi was N/A Overall very frustrating flight and I never slate Virgin.

Virgin Australia passed this flight onto Alliance, so my rating and comments are based on my experience with crew, aircraft and available options. Alliance only offers drinks which consisted of tea, coffee and water, free of charge. There was no on board entertainment. The aircraft seating although narrow accommodated my 6 foot 2 body with little discomfort.

When the flight is full out would be good to allow the use of the front toilet as well as the rear. Otherwise it was an uneventful flight.

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

I like that fare is cheap but because there's no amenities whatsoever. You get what you paid for.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

It is what it is - nothing more, nothing less. No entertainment onboard but one kinda knows that when buying a ticket on a no frills airline. I choose Jetstar only because of price.

Plane was delayed both on arrival to Sydney and departure. We boarded the plane while it was in the process of being refuelled, which I am certain is against CASA regulations. Comfort for anyone over 6 foot is non existent.

Entertainment wasn’t working! It didnt work on our flight from Darwin to Bali either. They were newish planes, so it was disappointing.

The flight was over an hour late due to staff shortages and due to it being the last evening flight, I got back to Sydney very late

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