CBR - Canberra International Airport
Canberra, Australia
IATA Code: CBR · Canberra, Australia
The airport code CBR is the IATA identifier for Canberra International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Canberra Airport (CBR).
Canberra International Airport (CBR) serves Canberra, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CBR is the IATA airport code for Canberra International Airport, located in Canberra, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 35.3069°S, 149.1950°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- CBR
- City
- Canberra
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Latitude
- -35.3069°
- Longitude
- 149.1950°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CBR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GUL - Goulburn | 73 km | $1,053 | $2/passenger |
| TUM - | 87 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| MYA - Moruya | 108 km | $1,557 | $3/passenger |
| OOM - Cooma | 112 km | $1,615 | $3/passenger |
| NOA - Nowra | 128 km | $1,846 | $4/passenger |
| CMD - | 131 km | $1,889 | $4/passenger |
| NGA - | 145 km | $2,091 | $4/passenger |
| CYG - | 153 km | $2,206 | $4/passenger |
| WGA - Wagga Wagga | 158 km | $2,278 | $5/passenger |
| WOL - Wollongong | 167 km | $2,408 | $5/passenger |
| CWT - Chatsworth | 170 km | $2,451 | $5/passenger |
| TEM - Temora | 182 km | $2,624 | $5/passenger |
| MIM - Merimbula | 189 km | $2,725 | $5/passenger |
| CDU - Camden | 196 km | $2,826 | $6/passenger |
| OAG - Orange | 214 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| BHS - Bathurst | 215 km | $3,100 | $6/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 219 km | $3,158 | $6/passenger |
| BWU - Sydney | 225 km | $3,245 | $6/passenger |
| SYD - Sydney | 236 km | $3,403 | $7/passenger |
| WWY - West Wyalong | 238 km | $3,432 | $7/passenger |
| XRH - Richmond | 239 km | $3,446 | $7/passenger |
| FRB - Forbes | 245 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 253 km | $3,648 | $7/passenger |
| MHU - Mount Hotham | 256 km | $3,692 | $7/passenger |
| PKE - Parkes | 257 km | $3,706 | $7/passenger |
| XMC - Mallacoota | 259 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| CWW - | 268 km | $3,865 | $8/passenger |
| WGT - | 288 km | $4,153 | $8/passenger |
| DGE - Mudgee | 308 km | $4,441 | $9/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 309 km | $4,456 | $9/passenger |
| BLN - | 319 km | $4,600 | $9/passenger |
| BSJ - Bairnsdale | 322 km | $4,643 | $9/passenger |
| BEO - Lake Macquarie | 336 km | $4,845 | $10/passenger |
| CES - Cessnock | 343 km | $4,946 | $10/passenger |
| DBO - Dubbo | 348 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| QRM - | 355 km | $5,119 | $10/passenger |
| MTL - Maitland | 359 km | $5,177 | $10/passenger |
| SHT - Shepparton | 365 km | $5,263 | $11/passenger |
| SXE - Sale | 368 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
| NTL - Newcastle | 370 km | $5,335 | $11/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 386 km | $5,566 | $11/passenger |
| NSO - Scone | 394 km | $5,681 | $11/passenger |
| TGN - Morwell | 404 km | $5,826 | $12/passenger |
| HXX - | 407 km | $5,869 | $12/passenger |
| ECH - | 411 km | $5,927 | $12/passenger |
| QRR - | 418 km | $6,028 | $12/passenger |
| COJ - Coonabarabran | 442 km | $6,374 | $13/passenger |
| BXG - Bendigo | 466 km | $6,720 | $13/passenger |
| MEB - Melbourne | 469 km | $6,763 | $14/passenger |
| MBW - Melbourne | 470 km | $6,777 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CBR Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from CBR
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Canberra
Canberra experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through CBR
Located in the Oceania region, CBR serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via CBR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Canberra International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CBR
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to CBR are GUL, TUM, MYA — consider these for potentially lower fares