Canberra Airport Transfers
Budget transfers from Canberra Airport (CBR) to CBD, hotels & all Canberra suburbs. Pre-booked service from $65 - 30% cheaper than premium transfers.
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Canberra Airport Transfers - Canberra Airport (CBR)
Canberra Airport (CBR) is the Australian Capital Territory's primary aviation hub, serving the nation's capital with both domestic and international flights. Located approximately 8km southeast of Canberra city centre, the airport connects Canberra to destinations across Australia and Asia through its modern terminal facilities. Our budget airport transfer service provides reliable, pre-booked transportation from CBR to any Canberra destination.
Our Canberra airport transfer service covers all major Canberra areas including the CBD, Parliamentary Triangle, Civic, Braddon, and the outer districts including Gungahlin, Tuggeranong, and Weston Creek. We also service popular destinations like Parliament House, Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia, and Canberra Centre. With fixed pricing starting from $65 for the first 10km and no surge charges, you'll always know exactly what your Canberra airport transfer will cost.
Choose Drivision Direct for your Canberra airport transfers and experience the convenience of pre-booked, budget-friendly transportation with professional drivers who know Canberra's planned road system and suburban districts inside and out. Our kerbside pickup service saves you money while providing reliable, comfortable transport to any Canberra destination.
📍 Pickup Locations
ALL PICKUPS: Rideshare Express Pickup Lounge
Location: Lower floor only
NO EXCEPTIONS: No upper floor pickups
All flights: Same pickup location
⏱️ Wait Times
International: 60 minutes from landing
Domestic: 30 minutes from landing
Includes: Immigration, baggage, walk time
💰 Pricing
First 10km: From $65
To CBD/Civic: From $65
To Braddon: From $70
🚗 Service Type
Kerbside pickup - no meet & greet
Pre-booked only - minimum 2 hours
App payments - credit cards only
Canberra Airport Transfer Pricing
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Minimum fare $65 for first 10km. Prices vary by exact destination and time of day. Get instant quote through our booking widget above.
💡 Pricing Information
Fares shown are base transfer prices only.
Additional costs that may apply: Tolls (forwarded at cost if route requires), airport parking fees (if required), and waiting time beyond standard allowances.
Your toll charges will be clearly shown on your final invoice.
Canberra Airport Terminal Guide
🛫 Canberra Airport (CBR) Pickup Instructions
🚨 IMPORTANT PICKUP LOCATION
ALL PICKUPS: Rideshare Express Pickup Lounge (Lower Floor)
❌ NO pickups from upper floor - NO EXCEPTIONS
All Arrivals (Domestic & International)
- Exit terminal building
- Go to LOWER FLOOR
- Find Rideshare Express Pickup Lounge
- Wait inside the lounge area
- Driver will text exact meeting point
Rideshare Lounge Details
- Located on ground/lower level
- Clearly signposted from terminal
- Comfortable waiting area
- Protection from weather
- Easy vehicle access
🚗 Why Rideshare Lounge Only?
Canberra Airport designates the Rideshare Express Pickup Lounge as the official location for all rideshare and pre-booked transfer services. This ensures efficient passenger flow, reduces congestion, and provides a dedicated space for our service. Upper floor pickups are not permitted for any pre-booked transfers.
Popular Canberra Destinations
🏛️ Parliamentary Triangle
- Parliament House
- Australian War Memorial
- National Gallery of Australia
- Old Parliament House
- National Library of Australia
🏨 Major Hotels
- Hotel Realm
- Hyatt Hotel Canberra
- Crowne Plaza Canberra
- Novotel Canberra
- Pavilion on Northbourne
🌳 Popular Areas
- Civic Centre & Canberra Centre
- Braddon Entertainment Precinct
- Manuka & Kingston Foreshore
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Black Mountain & Telstra Tower
Canberra Airport Transfer Comparison
| Service | Airport to CBD | Meet & Greet | Wait Time | Booking | Payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivision Direct | $65-75 | Kerbside (included) | 60min Intl / 30min Dom | App only | Credit card |
| Premium Chauffeur | $80-100 | +$25 fee | 45min Intl / 15min Dom | Phone/Online | Multiple |
| Airport Taxi | $50-70 | None | None | On-demand | Cash/Card |
| Rideshare (Uber) | $40-80* | None | 5min max | App | Credit card |
| Airport Express Bus | $6 | None | None | On-demand | Cash/Card |
*Rideshare prices vary with surge pricing. Airport Express Bus requires connection to final destination. Drivision Direct offers fixed rates with door-to-door service.
Why Choose Drivision Direct for Canberra Airport Transfers?
💰 Canberra-Specific Savings
- 30% cheaper than premium Canberra chauffeur services
- No airport pickup fees (save $20-30)
- Fixed pricing - no surge during peak Canberra traffic
- $65 minimum fare covers first 10km from airport
🚗 Local Canberra Knowledge
- Planned city expertise - drivers know Canberra's organised layout
- District navigation familiar with all town centres
- Parliamentary routes during sitting periods and events
- Real-time updates on Canberra road conditions and event traffic
Canberra Airport Transfer FAQs
Journey times from Canberra Airport to Civic Centre/CBD typically range:
- Off-peak hours: 10-15 minutes via Pialligo Avenue and Parkes Way
- Peak hours: 15-25 minutes depending on traffic
- Weekend mornings: 10-15 minutes with lighter traffic
- Parliamentary sitting days: Allow extra 10-15 minutes for increased security and traffic
Our drivers use real-time traffic data to choose the fastest route via Pialligo Avenue, Parkes Way, or alternative routes through Fyshwick to avoid congestion around Parliament House.
ALL pickups are from the Rideshare Express Pickup Lounge on the lower floor - NO EXCEPTIONS.
- Location: Lower/ground floor of the terminal building
- Access: Exit the terminal and follow signs to "Rideshare Express Pickup"
- All flights: Domestic, international, and regional passengers use the same location
- No upper floor pickups: We cannot collect passengers from the upper level under any circumstances
🚨 Important: Please do not wait on the upper floor or at taxi ranks. All Drivision Direct passengers must proceed to the Rideshare Express Pickup Lounge on the lower floor. Your driver will send SMS with exact meeting details once you're in the lounge area.
Yes! We provide transfers to Canberra Airport from all Canberra locations:
- City Hotels: Hotel Realm, Hyatt Hotel Canberra, Crowne Plaza
- Parliamentary Triangle: Hotels near Parliament House and national institutions
- Civic/Braddon: City centre and entertainment precinct accommodations
- All Districts: Gungahlin, Tuggeranong, Belconnen, Woden, Weston Creek
📍 Pickup timing: We recommend booking pickup no more than 75 minutes before your flight time. Canberra's compact size and efficient airport operations mean you don't need the extended travel times required in larger cities.
We service all Canberra districts and town centres including:
- North Canberra: Civic, Braddon, Turner, Lyneham, Dickson
- South Canberra: Parliamentary Triangle, Manuka, Kingston, Griffith
- Gungahlin: Gungahlin Town Centre, Harrison, Franklin, Crace
- Tuggeranong: Tuggeranong Hyperdome, Greenway, Kambah, Calwell
- Belconnen: Belconnen Mall, Bruce, Florey, Dunlop
- Woden: Woden Plaza, Garran, Hughes, Curtin
- Weston Creek: Weston, Holder, Duffy, Rivett
- Molonglo Valley: Wright, Coombs, Denman Prospect
💡 Extended areas: We also service Queanbeyan and regional NSW areas with advance booking.
Our minimum fare is $65 for the first 10km from Canberra Airport:
- CBD/Civic: $65 (within first 10km)
- Parliamentary Triangle: $65 (within first 10km)
- Braddon/Turner: $70-75 (just over 10km)
- Manuka/Kingston: $70-85 (distance varies)
💡 Distance advantage: Canberra's compact size means most popular destinations fall within or just beyond the first 10km zone, keeping your transfer costs very affordable compared to other capital cities.