CBR
Canberra
Australia
470 km
292 miles
MEL
Melbourne
Australia
Distance
470 km
292 mi / 254 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Australia/Sydney
Heading
235°
southwest

Airport Comparison

CBR MEL
Airport Name Canberra International Airport Melbourne International Airport
IATA Code CBR MEL
ICAO Code YSCB YMML
City Canberra Melbourne
Country Australia Australia
Timezone Australia/Sydney Australia/Melbourne
Elevation 1,886 ft 434 ft
Coordinates -35.310000, 149.200000 -37.670000, 144.840000

Canberra (CBR) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Canberra International Airport (CBR) in Canberra, Australia to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 470 kilometers (292 miles / 254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Australia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 03:37 in Canberra, it's 03:37 in Melbourne.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,452 feet between the two airports. Melbourne International Airport sits lower than Canberra International Airport.

The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Canberra (CBR) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Canberra International Airport (CBR) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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