Flights from Canberra to Melbourne

Canberra to Melbourne Travel Restrictions

Travelling domestically has changed due to the evolving situation with COVID-19. Before you take off on a flight from Canberra to Melbourne, it's important to understand if there are any potential border restrictions, airline regulations or additional quarantine requirements set by the Victorian Government on travellers from Canberra. To find more information regarding domestic travel restrictions, visit our COVID-19 Travel Hub.
 

Canberra (CBR) to Melbourne (MEL) Airport Information

Departing Canberra Airport (CBR)

Canberra Airport (CBR) is a quick, easy journey by taxi, car or bus from the CBD. Routes 11 and 11A run 7-days a week from the CBD to the terminals. A one-way trip costs AUD 4.80 and payment can be made on board. If you want to get to the airport faster, you can order a taxi or uber - a single trip from the CBD will cost roughly AUD 50 depending on traffic.

Want to leave your car at the airport? Canberra has convenient parking options, all close to the terminal buildings.

Covered Parking: The two blue and green car parks offer passenger cars protection from the elements. It costs AUD 90 to park here for the weekend or AUD 15 per additional day.
Outdoor Parking: If you don't mind your car being outside, you'll save with cheaper rates. The yellow and red car parks only cost AUD 69 for three days and AUD 12 per additional day.

Arriving at Melbourne Airport (MEL)

The terminal that you’ll arrive into at Melbourne Airport (MEL), also known as Tullamarine Airport will vary depending on the airline you have flown in with. For Qantas flights, you’ll arrive at Terminal 1, for Virgin Australia flights, it will be Terminal 3, and for Tigerair flights, it’ll be Terminal 4.

Once you’re ready to make your way into the city, you have a number of transport options available. The most direct way to get from the airport to your hotel is with a taxi; taxi ranks are located outside the arrivals terminal, and a single trip into town usually costs AUD 56-62 depending on traffic.

Rideshare services like Uber also operate from the airport; meet your driver at the rideshare pickup zone in the forecourt. For those who’ve flown in on Jetstar or Tigerair, your pickup zone is on level 2.

The most affordable way to get to your hotel is to take the SkyBus City Express service. It runs 24 hours a day and leaves the airport every 10 minutes. A one-way trip wil only set you back AUD 10. Other bus options include the Airport Shuttle Bus, regional and charter services as well as regular public bus services.

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Home to award-winning coffee, world-class sporting events and some of Australia's best food - a trip to Melbourne will leave you wanting more.

With 127 flights a week from Canberra to Melbourne, you'll won't have a hard time finding a route that fits your budget. Fly with leading airlines such as Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia or TigerAir, and in just 1h 10min you'll be soaking up Melbourne's vibrant city culture

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Cheapest Time to Fly to Melbourne from Canberra

When flying from Canberra to Melbourne, the time of year and day of the week that you fly more often than not plays a sizeable role in the price of your flight ticket. Hot tip: you can save money and find the cheapest flight deal by searching for a flight in the afternoon late in the week (when the fewest people tend to be looking and when airlines are looking to offload excess tickets).

Flying from Canberra to Melbourne in the middle of the week will typically result in slightly higher prices than early-week or weekend flight. Also, flights that take off in the afternoon are often more expensive, given the demand for these seats.

However, booking a flight at a time that works for you doesn’t mean you can’t still get a great deal. With a number of flights available weekly to Melbourne from Canberra, there’s are many affordable tickets on offer throughout the year. Compare and book your flights with Webjet to score the best deals available from leading airlines.

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Things to Do in Melbourne

• Leave your hotel room at night and explore Melbourne's bar scene. There are tiny pubs hidden around the city waiting to be discovered. Take yourself on a tour and visit interesting places like the Croft Institute - a chemistry lab inspired bar.
• Taste the city's coffee. Melbourne is known for brewing a delicious cup of joe. Head to some of the cities most acclaimed cafes and sample their award-winning coffee.
• Discover your new favourite band. Melbourne has some incredible live music venues playing host to local and international acts.
• Watch some sport. Spend an afternoon cheering on your favourite tennis player at the Australian Open or buy tickets for the annual Australian Grand Prix.

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