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Cheapest round-trip
$306
Typical prices: $362-$469
Jetstar
Sat 10/20Sun 10/21
ADL - CBR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$357
Typical prices: $376-$487
Virgin Australia
Tue 10/16Thu 10/18
ADL - CBR • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. Average duration is 1h 45m
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Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $366 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Canberra (ADL-CBR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Adelaide to Canberra

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
Jetstar Logo
7:15 am - 12:05 pmADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
4h 20m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
12:40 pm - 9:55 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
9h 45m1 stop Melbourne
$306Jetstar
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
Jetstar Logo
7:15 am - 12:05 pmADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
4h 20m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
12:40 pm - 9:55 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
9h 45m1 stop Melbourne
$323Jetstar
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 3
Jetstar Logo
7:15 am - 11:40 amADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
3h 55m1 stop Melbourne
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12:25 pm - 6:15 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
6h 20m1 stop Melbourne
$349Jetstar
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
Jetstar Logo
7:15 am - 12:05 pmADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
4h 20m1 stop Melbourne
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12:40 pm - 9:55 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
9h 45m1 stop Melbourne
$351Jetstar
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
Virgin Australia Logo
5:20 pm - 7:25 pmADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
1h 35mnonstop
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8:05 pm - 9:25 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
1h 50mnonstop
$357Virgin Australia
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Jan 10
Virgin Australia Logo
5:15 pm - 7:20 pmADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
1h 35mnonstop
Virgin Australia Logo
8:00 pm - 9:20 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
1h 50mnonstop
$362Virgin Australia
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
Jetstar Logo
9:45 pm - 12:05 pmADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
13h 50m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
12:25 pm - 10:10 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
10h 15m1 stop Melbourne
$368Jetstar
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 1:35 pmADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
5h 50m1 stop Melbourne
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12:25 pm - 10:10 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
10h 15m1 stop Melbourne
$373Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Oct 29
Qantas Airways Logo
6:40 am - 8:45 amADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
1h 35mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:20 amCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
1h 50mnonstop
$492Qantas Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 2
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6:40 am - 8:45 amADL  Adelaide-CBR Canberra
1h 35mnonstop
Qantas Airways Logo
6:05 pm - 7:25 pmCBR  Canberra-ADL Adelaide
1h 50mnonstop
$506Qantas Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Adelaide to Canberra flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Adelaide to Canberra with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Adelaide to Canberra?

Round-trip flights from Adelaide to Canberra start at $306. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $362 to $469. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $306 on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Canberra?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Canberra, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 2% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra at $378 round-trip.
  • March ($482) and November ($442) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 27% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Adelaide to Canberra the cheapest?

Flights from Adelaide to Canberra are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Adelaide to Canberra flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$179
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Flight from Adelaide to Canberra

When to book flights from Adelaide to Canberra

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Adelaide to Canberra based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Adelaide to Canberra flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What travel options are available from Adelaide city centre to Adelaide Airport?

    Adelaide Airport is about 6 km from the city centre. To access the terminal, you can take a bus by Torrens Transit and arrive in about 30min. Taxis are also available, and they take around 15min to get you to your destination.

  • How does Canberra Airport provide assistance for people with disabilities?

    If you require special assistance owing to a disability, get in touch with the Canberra Airport customer service team at least 48 hours before arriving. Passengers can arrange to get wheelchairs or have their guide pet in the terminal. Some services beneficial to people with disabilities include lifts and escalators, hearing loops and adaptable toilet seats.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Adelaide to Canberra flights?

    Among airlines operating Adelaide to Canberra flights:

    • Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Adelaide to Canberra?

    2 airlines operate flights between Adelaide and Canberra. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Qantas Airways
    • Virgin Australia

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Canberra?

    Flights from Adelaide to Canberra usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Canberra (CBR).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Adelaide to Canberra flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Canberra?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Adelaide to Canberra.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Adelaide to Canberra?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $366 round-trip via Melbourne (MEL), compared to $420 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Adelaide to Canberra?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $31–$77 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Adelaide to Canberra?

    The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Canberra pass through?

    Connecting flights from Adelaide to Canberra most commonly pass through:

    • Melbourne (MEL) - 92% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 8% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Canberra?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 7% on the Adelaide to Canberra route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $390 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $419, a difference of $29. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Adelaide to Canberra?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Adelaide to Canberra route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 33 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Adelaide to Canberra spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Adelaide to Canberra flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Canberra?

    Some of the most popular sights in Canberra are Civic Square, Canberra Centre and National Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Canberra on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Adelaide to Canberra?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Adelaide to Canberra:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:45 pm and lands at 8:30 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 45m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Adelaide to Canberra flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 11% above the route average of $410. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Adelaide to Canberra?

    A nonstop flight from Adelaide to Canberra takes 1h 45m, covering 602 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to Canberra?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Adelaide to Canberra changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $306 to $1,258. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Adelaide to Canberra looking right now?

    One-way fares from Adelaide to Canberra are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $204.

  • How does Virgin Australia’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Adelaide to Canberra flights?

    Virgin Australia is the only airline operating Adelaide to Canberra flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Adelaide to Canberra?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Adelaide to Canberra?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 56m, compared with 4h 31m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • What car rental options are available at Canberra Airport (CBR)?

    Canberra Airport (CBR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Thrifty
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to Canberra flight?

    Round-trip flights from Adelaide to Canberra range from $362 to $469, with an average of $410 over the past 12 months. Anything below $362 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Adelaide to Canberra flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $390 - about $29 less than Tuesday (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to Canberra trip for December. Fares historically average $378 round-trip in that month - typically $104 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Melbourne Airport (MEL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $366 round-trip on this route - about $54 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Canberra Airport.
    - Vibe Hotel Canberra
  • If you prefer taking a direct flight from Adelaide to Canberra, consider booking a flight with Virgin Australia. The other airlines that service the route, such as Rex and Jetstar, offer cheaper but longer flights that include one stop. The layover is usually in Sydney.
  • You can leave your pet in a comfortable setting before boarding the plane for your Adelaide-Canberra flight. Beau’s Pet Hotel, a roughly 10min drive from Adelaide International Airport (ADL), offers affordable pet care services. Your four-legged friend can enjoy short and long stays that feature extended playtimes and grooming.
  • Once you arrive at Canberra Airport (CBR), there are numerous transfer means to access the Canberra city centre. If you prefer to travel by bus, purchase a ticket for a seat on the Transport Canberra bus, at the ticket office near the arrival hall. Buses take around 30min to connect the airport and downtown Canberra. On the ground floor, you can find taxis that take roughly 10min to arrive in central Canberra. There is also a shuttle service that can drop you at the doorstep of your hotel. For more comfortable travels, check out the private transfers offered by companies like Cars On Demand.

Prefer to fly direct from Adelaide to Canberra?

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

Direct departures

Adelaide to Canberra

Monday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Friday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

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Direct returns

Canberra to Adelaide

Monday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Tuesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Wednesday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Thursday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Friday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Saturday

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

Sunday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

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