Flights to canberra
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Cheap Flights to canberra
Overview
Canberra is a fitting name for the capital of the nation, as it is derived from “Kamberra”, the Aboriginal word meaning “meeting place”. Every year, millions of travellers and explorers fly in cheap flights to Canberra to experience its vibrant, cosmopolitan nature clubbed with historical, national and cultural attractions. This city has show-stopping monuments such as the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, the National Museum of Australia and the beautifully laid out garden city.
Within its city limits, the Bush Capital offers Red Hill, Black Mountain, Taylor, Mount Ainslie, Majura and Pleasant – all wonderful places to roam around. Drive for about 45-minutes of Canberra and you will reach Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve where native animals, comprising emus and kangaroos, roam free.
Climate
The summers are dry and hot with temperatures ranging up to 80 F. Winters are comparatively cooler with occasional frost and fog with temperatures ranging amid 30s and 50s F.
Travel Information
Language: English & Italian
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Local time: GMT +11
Avg. Flight Time: 23h 30m
Best Time To Visit
September to November are considered the most favourable times to explore the famous attractions of Canberra. The climate is favourable during this yearly time slot - it is sunny in the daytime whereas cool in the mornings and evenings.
Canberra Attractions and Activities
1. Food and Wine Capital
Canberra has an amazing plethora of drinking and eating joints. Coupled with a big wine region, the city hosts tourists coming to sip on the different wines available.
2. Numerous Attractions
Interested in the arts? Visit the National Gallery of Australia. Visit the National Museum of Australia without paying even a dollar or stopover at Lake Burley Griffin.
3. Fantastic Nightlife
Play a game of pool, lounge in a bar, or go to a beer garden to experience the thriving and vibrant nightlife.
4. Parliament House
Situated on the Capital Hill, get to see democracy in action in one of most iconic buildings of Australia.
5. Lots of Festivals and Events
The city has various festivals such as Floriade every spring that showcases millions of blooming flowers.
Airlines Operate Flight to Canberra
- British Airways
- Singapore Airlines
- Qantas Airways
- Qatar Airways
- Virgin Australia
Time Duration from Different Airports
- London to Canberra - 23h 30m
- Manchester to Canberra - 1D 1h
- Newcastle to Canberra - 55m
- Birmingham to Canberra - 1D 2h
- Glasgow to Canberra - 1D 2h
- Edinburgh to Canberra - 1D 3h
- Belfast to Canberra - 1D 3h
Distance to the City Centre
International flights get into Canberra Airport (CBR) from Wellington and Singapore. From the airport, you can catch a private bus for AU$10 which will take you to the city.
Transport from Canberra
Buses are the widely used mode of transport in Canberra, with fares starting at AU$5 for adults and AU$2 for concessions. Buses operate from 7 am till 8 pm only. Local destinations like Phillip, Tuggeranong and Belconnen are accessible by taxi within the shortest time possible. There are many free parking lots available in Canberra, and if we talk about paid parking, it usually settles between AU$10 - AU$14 per day.
Visa Requirements for Canberra
Unless you are a New Zealand or Australian citizen, you will be needing a valid Australian visa to step in the country. If you reside in New Zealand and have a valid passport, you can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. There are different types of visa which you can apply depending on your passport, the length of your stay and the purpose of your visit. The Visitor visa is created for travellers/tourists who are not eligible for the Electronic Travel Authority visa or eVisitor.
Tips for your stay in Canberra
- In local restaurants, tips are not allowed but in luxury restaurants and bars, it is customary to give tips but not more than 10% of the total bill.
- If you are an outside activities lover, carry sunblock and other special creams to keep your skin healthy and safe from the sun’s UV rays.
- Public institutions and shops usually open at 9 am and serves up to 5-6 pm. So, plan your visit accordingly.
- Travellers should not drink tap water. Despite the fact that it is thoroughly cleaned and, therefore, is not dangerous to health, tap water can significantly worsen the process of acclimatization.
- In big shopping complexes and luxury shops, you can pay through credit/debit cards.
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