Cheap Flights from Canberra to Melbourne
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Cheapest Time of Year to Fly from Canberra to Melbourne
Return fares from Canberra to Melbourne by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Melbourne is January 2027, with return fares from $95 — 59% cheaper than the most expensive month (August 2026, from $234).
When Should You Fly to Melbourne?
Based on the fares we've tracked, January is typically the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne, with return fares from $95. August is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $234.
Across the year, return fares to Melbourne average around $185. If you can travel in the off-peak months of January, July and March, you'll generally pay up to 49% less than the yearly average.
Cheapest Canberra to Melbourne Return Prices
These are the cheapest prices for Canberra to Melbourne return airfares.
Average Canberra to Melbourne Return Prices
These are the average prices for Canberra to Melbourne return airfares.
Frequently Asked Questions about flying from Canberra to Melbourne
When is the cheapest time to travel from Canberra to Melbourne?The cheapest month to travel is typically January.
How much do return flights from Canberra to Melbourne cost?The best price we found for a return flight from Canberra to Melbourne is $190.
What is the cheapest date to fly from Canberra to Melbourne?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Canberra to Melbourne is 15 July 2026.
What is the cheapest airline that flys from Canberra to Melbourne?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Canberra to Melbourne is Jetstar.
Which airlines fly direct from Canberra to Melbourne?Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia fly direct.
How long does a direct flight from Canberra to Melbourne take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 1 hours and 10 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Melbourne?The IATA code for Melbourne is MEL. It is located in Australia at coordinates -37.66969, 144.8485.
When should you book flights to Melbourne?From our data, you should book flights to Melbourne 30 days out.
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