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Cheap flights from China to Australia from $287

SHA — SYD
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Australia

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Cheapest flights from China to Australia

Tue 13/1010:40 -
1 stop31h 40m
Tue 20/1014:00 -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 6/9$645
Tue 13/1010:40 -
1 stop31h 40m
Tue 20/1001:30 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 5/9$673
Mon 19/1011:40 -
1 stop16h 35m
Tue 3/1108:50 -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 3/9$684
Mon 19/1001:35 -
1 stop19h 40m
Sat 31/1006:15 -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 6/9$688
Sat 17/1001:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Thu 29/1001:00 -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 6/9$694
Mon 12/1010:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Mon 19/1022:35 -
1 stop13h 50m
Deal found 2/9$697
Mon 19/1020:35 -
1 stop31h 25m
Mon 26/1006:15 -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 4/9$708
Mon 12/1020:35 -
1 stop31h 25m
Sun 25/1009:00 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 2/9$712
Tue 20/1021:25 -
1 stop30h 50m
Tue 27/1008:50 -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 4/9$729
Wed 28/1011:55 -
1 stop15h 55m
Tue 10/1108:50 -
1 stop29h 00m
Deal found 4/9$733
Wed 21/1020:35 -
1 stop31h 25m
Wed 28/1009:00 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 5/9$741
Wed 21/1020:35 -
1 stop31h 25m
Sat 24/1008:00 -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 4/9$742

Find flight deals from China to Australia

Round-trip from

$645

One-way from

$287

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,220

Good round-trip deal

$463 or less

Good one-way deal

$457 or less
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  • 54h 05m total
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  • 15/9-31/12
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  • 31h 40m total
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($179 potential savings vs. average return price).
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GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - MEL Melbourne

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 15/9

10:40-20:20

1 stop31h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$326

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - MEL Melbourne

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 16/9

01:35-20:30

1 stop16h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$333

BeijingSydney

PEK Beijing Capital - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

PEKSYD

Beijing Capital

Sun 18/10

17:30-13:30

1 stop17h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$411

BeijingSydney

PKX Beijing Daxing Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 20/11

11:55-06:50

1 stop15h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$416

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - MEL Melbourne

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/11

15:25-22:50

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$426

ShanghaiSydney

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

07:10-08:20

2 stops47h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$445
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ShanghaiSydney

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/11

17:40-06:50

Nonstop10h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$448

ShanghaiSydney

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/11

17:40-06:50

Nonstop10h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$450

BeijingSydney

PKX Beijing Daxing Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 16/11

21:30-11:30

3 stops35h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$455

ShanghaiSydney

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

17:40-06:50

Nonstop10h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$458

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Australia (average of $860). Flying from China to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from China to Australia in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How often are flights from China to Australia delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between China and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 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?

Monday 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 Southern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from China to Australia?

The price you pay for your flight from China to Australia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China,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.
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
236 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
164 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from China to Australia?

    Airlines like Juneyao Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, and Air China fly from China to Australia in about 20h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 20m. China and Australia are separated by a distance of 7884 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 $158. Users have also found prices from $206 and $218 on China Eastern 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Australia (average of $860). Flying from China to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$463Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$599Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$815Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$871Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China EasternCheapest$933Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,489Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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