Fly private between Canberra and Melbourne from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant, guaranteed quote.
Private jet charter from Canberra (CBR) to Melbourne (MEL), and from Melbourne (MEL) back to Canberra (CBR).
As the crow flies, Canberra to Melbourne is roughly 470 kilometres — 292 miles, or 254 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Canberra–Melbourne spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | A$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 20m | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 16m | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 03m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 02m | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 00m | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 00m | A$17,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 59 min | A$18,000 – A$26,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 57 min | A$20,000 – A$28,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Canberra–Melbourne quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. No estimates — the number we give you is the number you pay.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Canberra, Australia: Canberra Airport.
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport and Melbourne Moorabbin Airport.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Canberra–Melbourne when the time is right.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Canberra–Melbourne trip to its true flying time: 1h 20m.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
The Canberra to Melbourne route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 20m airborne across the 470 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Canberra–Melbourne departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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