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Cheap flights from China to Australia from $269

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SYD
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from China to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Tue 16/1219:40CAN - SYD
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Tue 13/120:40SYD - CAN
1 stop16h 45mAir China
Deal found 22/10$532
Sat 20/1201:35CAN - MEL
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/106:15MEL - CAN
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$550
Sun 7/1221:25CAN - SYD
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/310:45SYD - CAN
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10$589
Sun 28/1212:40CAN - MEL
1 stop24h 00mAir China
Tue 6/120:15MEL - CAN
1 stop24h 10mAir China
Deal found 22/10$609
Sun 2/1101:35PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 00mAirAsia X
Mon 17/1121:50SYD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 22/10$624
Tue 28/1001:35PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 00mAirAsia X
Tue 20/110:45SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 35mAirAsia X
Deal found 23/10$646
Wed 5/1123:05CAN - SYD
1 stop32h 55mChina Eastern
Sat 8/1113:30SYD - CAN
1 stop22h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/10$649
Mon 15/1201:35CAN - SYD
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/120:05SYD - CAN
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$650
Tue 28/1001:35PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 00mAirAsia X
Fri 16/121:50SYD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 23/10$653
Sat 13/1215:00CAN - SYD
1 stop21h 20mHainan Airlines
Sat 14/321:00SYD - CAN
1 stop29h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 23/10$658
Fri 7/1112:55PKX - SYD
2 stops19h 05mChina Eastern
Sun 9/1113:30SYD - PKX
1 stop34h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/10$660
Tue 16/1218:00CAN - SYD
1 stop15h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 13/112:20SYD - CAN
2 stops24h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/10$660

Cheap flight deals from China to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$532

One-way from

$269

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,052

Good round-trip deal

$537 or less

Good one-way deal

$404 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 16/12-13/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • China to Australia
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6/12
  • 6/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • China to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 46% potential increase in price ($1,598 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 22% potential price decrease ($347 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Australia that are best for you.

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Australia

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Return

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GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 21/12

05:55-23:45

1 stop14h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

06:15-20:20

1 stop17h 05m

$564

GuangzhouSydney

CAN - SYD

CANSYD

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 7/12

21:25-20:35

1 stop20h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

10:45-00:30

1 stop16h 45m

$589

GuangzhouSydney

CAN - SYD

CANSYD

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 5/11

23:00-11:00

2 stops33h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/11

13:30-08:55

1 stop22h 25m

$649

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 23/12

21:30-20:20

1 stop19h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/1

11:25-00:10

1 stop15h 45m

$667

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 21/12

06:55-11:00

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

22:30-11:35

1 stop16h 05m

$684

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 7/11

11:00-11:00

2 stops21h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/11

13:30-10:20

1 stop23h 50m

$686

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

22:25-07:30

1 stop30h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

22:10-09:15

1 stop14h 05m

$689

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 14/11

16:50-11:00

1 stop15h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

13:30-10:50

1 stop24h 20m

$689

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 7/11

11:00-11:00

2 stops21h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/11

13:30-10:55

2 stops24h 25m

$695

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 18/11

11:55-07:00

1 stop16h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 21/11

09:00-10:50

1 stop28h 50m

$696

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Best time to book a flight from China to Australia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Australia from China with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from China to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Australia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Australia (average of $309). Flying from China to Australia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $546). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from China to Australia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from China to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from China to Australia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their China to Australia flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 24 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern from China to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,387 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,387 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,387 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.4
Good
116 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,387 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
173 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,387 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Air China
7.2
Good
117 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,387 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from China to Australia?

    Airlines like China Eastern, China Southern, and Juneyao Airlines fly from China to Australia in about 16h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 55m. China and Australia are separated by a distance of 9053 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to Australia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Beijing Capital Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $283. Users have also found prices from $289 and $326 on AirAsia X and VietJet Air, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to Australia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from China to Australia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to Australia?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Australia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Australia (average of $309). Flying from China to Australia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $546). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from China to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from China to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$476Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$514Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$538Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$543Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$624Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapest$643Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$706Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$733Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,235Average$1,840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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