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Cheap flights from China to Australia from $255

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SYD
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Australia

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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 10 March 2026.

Tue 19/516:15
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/514:35
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$507
Mon 20/422:00
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/405:15
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$542
Sat 30/516:15
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/514:35
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$552
Wed 1/419:30
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop21h 50m
China Southern
Sun 12/410:20
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop33h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 8/3$561
Wed 13/518:30
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop22h 50m
China Southern
Wed 27/510:20
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop15h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 6/3$565
Fri 27/318:30
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
China Southern
Fri 10/410:20
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop29h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 5/3$567
Thu 26/320:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 05m
China Southern
Fri 10/410:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop16h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 8/3$570
Mon 26/1005:55
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1006:15
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$570
Thu 26/321:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop20h 40m
China Southern
Fri 10/410:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop27h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 8/3$572
Wed 1/406:55
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop34h 25m
China Southern
Mon 20/407:40
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop31h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 8/3$577
Wed 28/1005:55
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1006:15
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$578
Fri 3/414:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop26h 30m
China Southern
Thu 16/410:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop14h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 6/3$579

Find flight deals from China to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$507

One-way from

$255

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$481

Good round-trip deal

$476 or less

Good one-way deal

$458 or less
19/5-31/5
  • 19/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 50m total
  • China to Australia
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • China to Australia
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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 10 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Australia that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 29/3

20:15-15:10

1 stop15h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

20:20-10:40

1 stop16h 20m

$602

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 1/4

21:45-20:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

10:20-22:20

1 stop14h 00m

$604

GuangzhouSydney

CAN - SYD

CANSYD

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 23/3

19:35-14:40

1 stop16h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

20:20-10:25

1 stop16h 05m

$604

GuangzhouSydney

CAN - SYD

CANSYD

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 7/4

12:00-14:15

1 stop24h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

20:20-15:50

1 stop21h 30m

$605

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sat 18/4

02:15-04:00

1 stop23h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

07:00-01:05

1 stop20h 05m

$614
Fastest return journey

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 8/5

11:40-06:15

1 stop16h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/5

08:15-20:20

1 stop14h 05m

$625

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 24/5

21:25-06:15

1 stop30h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

08:15-20:20

1 stop14h 05m

$625

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 1/4

21:25-07:00

1 stop30h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

08:00-20:20

1 stop14h 20m

$631

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 23/4

23:00-10:00

2 stops33h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

12:00-08:30

2 stops22h 30m

$634

BeijingMelbourne

PEK - MEL

PEKMEL

Beijing Capital

Sat 23/5

07:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

21:20-11:00

1 stop15h 40m

$641

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Best time to book a flight from China to Australia

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Cheapflights Insights

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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Australia (average of $239). Flying from China to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $752). 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 10 March 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from China to Australia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% 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 21 February 2026.

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

How often are flights from China to Australia delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between China and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to Australia flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 10 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern,Air China, 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.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
Air China
7.3
Good
141 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.

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 Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, and AirAsia X fly from China to Australia in about 15h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 50m. China and Australia are separated by a distance of 8011 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 AirAsia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $162. Users have also found prices from $194 and $196 on Scoot and AirAsia X, 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Australia (average of $239). Flying from China to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $752). 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 6 airlines flying from China to Australia

Discover the top 6 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$376Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$561Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$574Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$674Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$679Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapest$776Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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