Canberra to Hobart flights
Hobart lies 859 km (534 mi) south of Canberra, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 51 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Canberra | Hobart | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 367,752 | 254,930 |
| Elevation | 571 m (1,873 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) | UTC+10 (Australia/Hobart) |
| Nearest large airport | CBR, 7 km out | HBA, 16 km out |
| Postal codes | 2600–2601 | 7000–7001 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Canberra
Canberra is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Canberra Airport (CBR), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,771-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Hobart
Hobart is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Hobart International Airport (HBA), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,947 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart International Airport | HBA | 16 km (10 mi) | 8,947 ft | 13 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Hobart from Canberra?
859 km (534 mi) in a straight line, south of Canberra.
How long does it take to get from Canberra to Hobart by air?
About 1 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Canberra and Hobart?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Canberra to Hobart flights?
Typically Canberra Airport (CBR) to Hobart International Airport (HBA).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.