Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport.
Canberra's timezone is UTC+11, making Canberra 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide.
Flights from ADL to CBR start at 06:15 — the earliest with Qantas. The last departure is at 19:45 with Qantas. In total, you can take your pick of 28 weekly Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ADL to CBR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Qantas offers direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Canberra — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
Qantas is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers ADL to CBR flights is Qantas. Its services arrive without delay 78.7% of the time.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport. These are the top stopovers between ADL and CBR:
Sydney Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport flight is $143. A round-trip ticket is currently $306. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ADL to CBR.
The cheapest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ADL to CBR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
72% of flights that depart Adelaide Airport land at their destination on time.
Adelaide Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near ADL:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CBR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Canberra Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Alamo and explore beyond Canberra's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Canberra Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The quietest month for a flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Canberra based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Canberra, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ADL to CBR in July. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Canberra. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Flinders Street Railway Station, Melbourne's Gardens and Melbourne Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Australia, head for Sydney, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Harbour and Sydney Opera House are key highlights.
