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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing from $451

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — NKG
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in August or October, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Nanjing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Nanjing (NKG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,344

Round-trip from

$639
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From Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

Users have found that flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing on a Monday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing, book at least 41 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 44% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $779 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $947.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

August is one of the best times of the year to fly to Nanjing from Melbourne Airport. Prices for August average $1,053 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $393. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a August flight can save you 56% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (MEL - NKG)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap XiamenAir flights from Melbourne to Nanjing

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by XiamenAir for the route between Melbourne and Nanjing. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Wed 22/511:35MEL - NKG
1 stop23h 40mXiamenAir
Sun 26/521:50NKG - MEL
2 stops33h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 25/4$658
Wed 22/511:35MEL - NKG
2 stops30h 00mXiamenAir
Sun 26/521:50NKG - MEL
2 stops33h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 25/4$748

Cheap Melbourne to Nanjing flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Nanjing specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Prices were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Sun 26/519:45MEL - NKG
1 stop20h 45mHainan Airlines
Sat 15/612:55NKG - MEL
1 stop23h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/4$451
Mon 27/520:20MEL - NKG
1 stop24h 10mSichuan Airlines
Mon 3/619:45NKG - MEL
1 stop16h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/4$510
Sun 26/519:45MEL - NKG
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/615:35NKG - MEL
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$611
Wed 22/511:35MEL - NKG
1 stop23h 40mXiamenAir
Sun 26/521:50NKG - MEL
2 stops33h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 25/4$658
Wed 22/511:35MEL - NKG
1 stop27h 55mXiamenAir
Sun 26/521:50NKG - MEL
2 stops33h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 26/4$660
Sat 25/500:30MEL - NKG
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/620:45NKG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$670
Mon 27/520:20MEL - NKG
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/620:45NKG - MEL
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$679
Wed 22/511:00MEL - NKG
1 stop14h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 26/507:30NKG - MEL
1 stop23h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$689
Wed 22/511:00MEL - NKG
1 stop14h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 26/507:30NKG - MEL
1 stop23h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/4$690

Melbourne to Nanjing 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Nanjing in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.
Sun 26/519:45MEL - NKG
1 stop20h 45mHainan Airlines
Sat 15/612:55NKG - MEL
1 stop23h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/4$451
Mon 27/520:20MEL - NKG
1 stop24h 10mSichuan Airlines
Mon 3/619:45NKG - MEL
1 stop16h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/4$510
Sun 26/519:45MEL - NKG
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/615:35NKG - MEL
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$611
Wed 22/511:35MEL - NKG
1 stop23h 40mXiamenAir
Sun 26/521:50NKG - MEL
2 stops33h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 25/4$658
Wed 22/511:35MEL - NKG
1 stop27h 55mXiamenAir
Sun 26/521:50NKG - MEL
2 stops33h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 26/4$660
Sat 25/500:30MEL - NKG
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/620:45NKG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$670
Mon 27/520:20MEL - NKG
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/620:45NKG - MEL
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$679
Wed 22/511:00MEL - NKG
1 stop14h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 26/507:30NKG - MEL
1 stop23h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$689
Wed 22/511:00MEL - NKG
1 stop14h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 26/507:30NKG - MEL
1 stop23h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/4$690

Find flights from Melbourne to Nanjing within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Nanjing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 596,426 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$451 - $762

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

1 stop20h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/6

1 stop23h 10m

$451

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

2 stops24h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/6

1 stop20h 30m

$611

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Wed 22/5

1 stop23h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 26/5

2 stops33h 45m

$658

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sat 25/5

2 stops18h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/6

1 stop15h 50m

$670

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Wed 22/5

1 stop14h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 26/5

1 stop23h 30m

$689

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

2 stops24h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/6

2 stops28h 45m

$739

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

2 stops24h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/6

2 stops28h 45m

$742

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Wed 22/5

2 stops30h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 26/5

2 stops33h 45m

$748

MelbourneNanjing Lukou Intl

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sat 25/5

2 stops18h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/6

1 stop16h 35m

$762

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When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Nanjing flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nanjing by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Nanjing by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Nanjing is currently $0 while a return flight costs $675. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (average of $418). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $899). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$768

February

$750

March

$640

April

$699

May

$782

June

$831

July

$722

August

$744

September

$840

October

$745

November

$735

December

$1,376

Temperature and rainfall in Nanjing by month

Plan your trip to Nanjing by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

NKG

Temperature

2 - 27 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanjing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanjing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nanjing. Reviews last updated 27 April 2024.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
563 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

China Eastern
7.2
Good
563 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
563 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Nanjing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanjing from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) if they book a flight to Nanjing from Melbourne. On average, Lukou Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 9 airlines. Nanjing Lukou Intl is conveniently located just 36.4 km from Nanjing’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Hainan Airlines for just $451, but on average you can expect to pay $731.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing round-trip from $451. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are XiamenAir, from $658, and China Eastern, from $689. Hainan Airlines is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

    When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing, you may want to consider flying on Sichuan Airlines, Air China or Cathay Pacific as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does MEL to NKG mean?

    MEL and NKG are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. MEL to NKG refers to a flight route from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Nanjing that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Nanjing flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Nanjing with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Nanjing flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Nanjing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Nanjing flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Nanjing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Nanjing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Nanjing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Nanjing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Nanjing that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Nanjing offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Nanjing?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Nanjing flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Nanjing flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Nanjing flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.

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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$385Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$511Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$522Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$584Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$661Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China SouthernCheapest$676Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$692Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,055Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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