Cheap Flights to Canberra, Australian Capital Territory from $2,532

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Can I fly to Canberra right now?

There are currently restrictions on flights to Canberra along with the rest of Australia. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: Entry restrictions

Australia has restricted the entry of all travelers, with the exception of Australian nationals and permanent residents and their immediate family members, New Zealand nationals residing in Australia, diplomats accredited to Australia and residing in Australia and their immediate family members, and airline crew. Australia has enacted temporary travel restrictions for flights to Melbourne due to a recent increase in COVID-19 cases.

Entry requirements

Travelers who are not Australian citizens and returning permanent residents and their immediate family members need to apply for an exemption to enter Australia.

Quarantine requirements

All international travelers are required to quarantine for 14 days at the first point of entry, unless they're granted an exemption upon request. Quarantines take place in state-designated facilities and fees depend on the state, ranging from $2500 for one adult in the Northern Territory to $3000 for one adult in New South Wales. International flights are currently being diverted away from Victoria. Airline crew are subject to self-isolation until their next scheduled flight. For more information on quarantine rules in the Australian states, check the following websites: New South Wales, The Northern Territory, Western Australia.

Transiting rules

Foreign nationals may transit through Australia if the connecting flight is within 72 hours of the arriving flight. They must either have a transit visa or be nationals of a visa-exempt country. Transit passengers don’t need to apply for an exemption to travel restrictions if they are booked to depart on a connecting flight from the same airport within 72 hours and they are not going to leave the airport. Travelers who plan to leave the airport before boarding their connecting flight or who will be at the airport for longer than 72 hours need to apply for a travel exemption here and will be subject to quarantine until their departing flight. Travelers from New Zealand and Pacific Islanders may not need a travel exemption. More information on transiting Australia is available here.

All other info

Travelers planning to travel across Australian state borders should note that some Australian states also have domestic travel restrictions, border restrictions, and quarantine requirements in place. In the case of onward travel within Australia, travelers are advised to check in advance with their travel/accommodation provider.

If you are looking to book a trip to Canberra and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about traveling during COVID-19.

Cheapest Prices for Canberra flights by month

January

$1,179

February

$701

March

$1,108

April

$1,170

May

$1,123

June

$1,219

July

$794

August

$1,097

September

$1,158

October

$1,414

November

$1,353

December

$1,405

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Canberra. Flying to Canberra in October will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to Canberra?

Average Canberra flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month.

LAS - CBR Price	$701 - $2,554
CBR Temperature	53.6 - 82.4 °F
CBR Rainfall	1.3 - 2.72 inches

February is typically the best time to fly to Canberra, but there are other times where great deals are available. If you are looking for warm weather when you arrive off of your flight to Canberra then January is statistically the hottest. November is historically the period with most rainfall.

Canberra is a fitting name for the nation’s capital, as Canberra is derived from the Aboriginal word “Kamberra” meaning “meeting place”- and Canberra sure it that. Each year, millions of people travel to Canberra to experience its vibrant, cosmopolitan nature paired with national, historical and cultural attractions. This city has show-stopping monuments such as the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, the National Museum of Australia and the beautifully laid out garden city.

The Bush Capital has, within its city limits, Black Mountain, Red Hill, Mount Ainslie, Majura, Taylor and Pleasant – all wonderful places to roam around. Within a 45-minute drive of Canberra is Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve where native animals, including kangaroos and emus, roam free.

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Canberra climate

The summers are hot and dry with temperatures up to 80 F. Winters are cold with occasional fog and frost and temperatures that range between 30 and 50 F.

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Best Time to Fly to Canberra

Car-rental companies and taxi services are available at the airport. The Airport Express Bus runs multiple times daily.

Most of the tourist attractions are clustered around the lake – the “Parliamentary Triangle” and are easy walking distance of each other. There’s also a fantastic network of walking paths and trails.

Biking around Canberra is a great way to experience the city. There’s a good network of shared paths and on-road biking lanes.

ACTION operates Canberra’s buses and the buses run daily.

Taxis and rental cars are readily available.

The Canberra City Explorer runs daily, servicing multiple stops within the city. Enjoy this 90 minute tour with commentary or hop on and off to explore the city on your own schedule.

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Getting around Canberra

Car-rental companies and taxi services are available at the airport. The Airport Express Bus runs multiple times daily.

Most of the tourist attractions are clustered around the lake – the “Parliamentary Triangle” and are easy walking distance of each other. There’s also a fantastic network of walking paths and trails.

Biking around Canberra is a great way to experience the city. There’s a good network of shared paths and on-road biking lanes.

ACTION operates Canberra’s buses and the buses run daily.

Taxis and rental cars are readily available.

The Canberra City Explorer runs daily, servicing multiple stops within the city. Enjoy this 90 minute tour with commentary or hop on and off to explore the city on your own schedule.

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Canberra Travel Information

Canberrians enjoy several festivals during the year including Summernats Car Festival (January), Canberra Multicultural Festival (February), the National Folk Festival (Easter), Stonefest (October) at the University of Canberra, a popular music festival.
The National Carillon stands on Aspen Island in Lake Burley Griffin. It was a gift from the British Government on the 50th anniversary of the National Capital. Its 53 bells chime every 15 minutes.
The Australian War Memorial is one of the most-visited museums in Australia. It’s not only a memorial to those who died in past wars, but also shines a light on soldiers today.
Floriade is held in September and October each year. It is Australia’s largest spring floral festival and takes a different theme each year. More than one million bulbs are used in the displays.
To get an overview of Canberra in all its glory, visit Black Mountain Tower or Mount Ainslie. The Black Mountain Tower stands 640 feet above the summit of Black Mountain, from where there are 360-degree views of the city and its surrounds. Mount Ainslie in Canberra Nature Park has a lookout area at 2,762 feet above sea level. The views from there are pretty majestic.

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