Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Adelaide Airport (ADL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Adelaide's timezone is UTC+10:30, making Adelaide 30 minutes behind Canberra.
Take your pick of 64 weekly Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Qantas is the earliest flight available. Virgin Australia Regional operates the last service of the day at 21:20.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CBR to ADL 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.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Qantas has direct flights from Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Adelaide — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Qantas.
With an impressive 83.01% of services arriving on schedule, Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating CBR to ADL flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport. These are the top stopovers between CBR and ADL:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
ر.ق. 357 is the best price for a one-way Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 722. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book ten months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CBR to ADL.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Canberra Airport, 72.61% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Canberra Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CBR:
Arriving at Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Consider staying in a hotel near ADL if you're catching a late Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab an Adelaide Airport rental car and discover Adelaide and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, simba car hire and East Coast are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Adelaide Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to central Adelaide
Adelaide Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Adelaide. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Adelaide Airport (ADL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Adelaide. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Adelaide is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Canberra Airport to Adelaide Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CBR to ADL in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Mildura is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Adelaide. Around 338 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Mildura Riverfront, Mildura Arts Centre & Rio Vista Homestead and Orange World.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Australia, consider Mount Gambier, about 370 kilometres south-east of Adelaide. The Blue Lake, Engelbrecht Cave and The Valley Lake are key highlights.
