Quick Facts
Flying time from Sydney to Canberra: 1 hour 10 minutes approximately
Distance from CBD: 5km
Taxi: Around $20 to CBD
Public Transport: The Airliner Bus and shuttle coaches service the airport daily.
Currency: Australian Dollar
A visit to the national capital isn't complete without a tour of the iconic Parliament House. Unveiled in 1988, Parliament House was, at the time, the most expensive building in the world at more than $1.1 billion. It is a breathtaking building and well worth touring to see what goes on in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Another iconic building to visit is Old Parliament House nestled just down the hill. With an overarching sense of history, Old Parliament House now houses the Museum of Australian Democracy to celebrate Australia's political and democratic past. In amongst these hallowed halls, The Kitchen Cabinet also resides a renowned restaurant using only local produce that has had many foodies (and politicians) salivating.
The National Library of Australia is located nearby from the power triangle and maintains one of the largest collections in the country of print materials: from books to newspapers, manuscripts and documents.
Canberra Airport (CBR)
For helpful information about getting to and from the airport, check-in information and more have a look at our Canberra Airport Guide.
Airport Accommodation: Staying anywhere in the city area will put you in close proximity to Canberra Airport. Book your Canberra Accommodation.
Airlines that fly to Canberra
The following airlines fly to Canberra domestically:
For more information on airlines that offer flights to Canberra, see our domestic airline page.
You might also be interested in our international airline guide.
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