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Canberra.$528 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Fri, 27 Mar.Return flight with Pelican Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pelican Airlines departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Pelican Airlines departs from Canberra on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $528, select.

Canberra.$635 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Pelican Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Pelican Airlines, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $635, select.

Canberra.$656 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Pelican Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pelican Airlines departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Pelican Airlines departs from Canberra on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $656, select.

Canberra.$1,638 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Canberra on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,638, select.

Canberra.$1,707 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Pelican Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pelican Airlines departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Pelican Airlines departs from Canberra on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,707, select.

Canberra.$1,976 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Wed, 10 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Canberra on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,976, select.

Canberra.$1,980 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Canberra on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,980, select.

Canberra.$1,981 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Jetstar and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Canberra on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,981, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Avalon to Canberra flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Melbourne to Canberra: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$528
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Pelican Airlines
Average flights per week	3

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra is $528. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra?

1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra?

Pelican Airlines flies direct from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra?

As of February 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Canberra is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport on Friday, 20 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Canberra?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Canberra but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Canberra?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Canberra is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Canberra with?

Currently, Pelican Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Canberra.

Travelling from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know

Melbourne and Canberra share the same timezone, UTC+11.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your AVV to CBR flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stopover on the AVV to CBR route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Canberra Airport (CBR)

$264 is the lowest price for a one-way Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Return flights start at $528. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AVV to CBR if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from AVV to CBR.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport.

Handy information about Avalon Airport (AVV)

Avalon Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart AVV arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Melbourne to Avalon Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Get your flight from Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport off to a hassle-free start. Only a quick drive from AVV, book a night at Corio Bay Motel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.

Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CBR instead:
Grab a Canberra Airport rental car and discover Canberra and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Canberra Airport about one week before you set off.

Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra

Canberra Airport to the centre of Canberra has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)

February is the busiest month for flights from Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Canberra in January.
Before locking in your flight from Avalon Airport to Canberra Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Canberra, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 31ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AVV to CBR around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

Canberra has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a trip to Sydney will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra, Melbourne is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.