Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Canberra

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Adelaide to Canberra? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Adelaide to Canberra

Adelaide to Canberra: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Adelaide to Canberra below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Canberra.

Adelaide to Canberra: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,031
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 39 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week92

Finding cheap flights from Adelaide to Canberra: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Adelaide to Canberra is R 4,302. 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.
1 hour and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Adelaide to Canberra.
Qantas, Alliance Airlines and Emirates fly direct from Adelaide to Canberra.
As of April 2025, there are 92 flights per week flying from Adelaide to Canberra.
The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 39 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Jetstar and Virgin Australia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Canberra.

Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport takes an average of 1 hour 37 minutes. The timezone in Canberra is UTC+11, making it 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide.

  • Each week, there are 32 flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport. If you want to get going as soon as possible, go for the 06:15 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from ADL to CBR is 21:20 with Virgin Australia.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Qantas is your gateway to exploring Canberra (and perhaps some other great parts of Australia!). Look through the direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport offered by this carrier.

  • If you want to break up your flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the ADL - CBR route include:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

  • When flying domestically within Australia, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from ADL to CBR, make sure your ID is valid before you travel.

How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Canberra Airport (CBR)

  • R 2,017 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport. Return flights start at R 4,302. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Book 4 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ADL to CBR.

  • Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from ADL to CBR every day.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport.

Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)

Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)

Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra

  • Canberra Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Canberra. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 14 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 6 minutes.

When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Canberra. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Canberra is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from ADL to CBR in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.

More about Canberra

  • Start your Canberra trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from ADL to CBR, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House are attractions you won't want to skip in Canberra.

Complete your Canberra trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Canberra Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Canberra stay.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.