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

Direct flights from Gold Coast to Canberra

Gold Coast to Canberra: Alternative routes

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

Gold Coast to Canberra: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$123
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 45 mins
Most popular airlineSingapore Airlines
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Gold Coast to Canberra: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Gold Coast to Canberra is C$123. 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 45 minutes is the average flight time from Gold Coast to Canberra.
Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia and Etihad Airways fly direct from Gold Coast to Canberra.
There are 22 flights per week flying from Gold Coast to Canberra, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Canberra is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport on Friday, August 1, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 45 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 offers the cheapest flight tickets to Canberra.

Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport.

  • Canberra is one hour ahead of Gold Coast and follows the UTC+11 timezone.

  • You can choose from 59 weekly Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport flights. The 11:50 departure with Virgin Australia Regional is the earliest flight you can take. Jetstar operates the latest service of the day at 12:50.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OOL to CBR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Jetstar is your gateway to discovering Canberra (and maybe even some other great corners of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.

  • Virgin Australia Regional ranks as the top on-time carrier for OOL to CBR flights, with 81.67% of services landing as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between OOL and CBR:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Adelaide Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Canberra Airport (CBR)

  • At the moment, C$61 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$123. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from OOL to CBR, book your trip six months before your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from OOL to CBR.

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

Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Gold Coast Airport, data shows 74.82% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near OOL? If you're boarding an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)

  • If you have a late Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CBR:

  • Pick up a Canberra Airport rental car and explore Canberra and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Canberra Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra

  • Canberra Airport to the centre of Canberra has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Canberra. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • When reserving your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Canberra Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Canberra, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OOL to CBR in July. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a visit to Sydney will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.

  • Melbourne is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra. No journey is complete without visiting Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.

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