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Cheap flights from China to Australia from $249

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SYD
1 May — 8 May1
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 1 April 2026.

Fri 12/601:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
AirAsia X
Tue 15/906:15
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop24h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 1/4$595
Sat 20/601:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
AirAsia X
Sat 3/1006:15
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop20h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 29/3$597
Fri 23/1006:00
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
AirAsia X
Thu 19/1101:00
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop26h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 30/3$607
Tue 12/501:35
CAN
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/520:50
SYD
-
CAN
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$614
Sat 12/901:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
AirAsia X
Wed 25/1101:00
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop26h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/3$616
Fri 11/901:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop25h 25m
AirAsia X
Wed 25/1101:00
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop26h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/3$618
Sun 10/521:00
PEK
-
MEL
1 stop37h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 24/521:20
MEL
-
PEK
1 stop20h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 30/3$620
Sun 18/1001:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
AirAsia X
Wed 4/1121:50
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 28/3$624
Mon 11/501:35
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/506:15
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$626
Fri 8/506:00
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop24h 20m
AirAsia X
Fri 29/509:45
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 28/3$626
Mon 31/801:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
AirAsia X
Tue 15/920:50
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 31/3$630
Wed 6/501:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop28h 45m
AirAsia X
Fri 29/509:45
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 28/3$632

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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$595

One-way from

$249

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,007

Good round-trip deal

$486 or less

Good one-way deal

$432 or less
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 12/6-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • China to Australia
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 26/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 15m total
  • China to Australia
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($128 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 1 April 2026.
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ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/9

01:35-05:00

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

01:00-00:20

1 stop26h 20m

$616

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 26/5

01:35-19:35

1 stop16h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

20:50-00:20

1 stop29h 30m

$648

BeijingMelbourne

PEK - MEL

PEKMEL

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/5

21:00-12:00

1 stop37h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

21:20-18:15

2 stops22h 55m

$652

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 20/5

21:45-12:00

1 stop36h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

21:20-11:55

1 stop16h 35m

$653

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 13/5

11:40-06:15

1 stop16h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

08:15-20:20

1 stop14h 05m

$684

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 11/5

11:40-06:15

1 stop16h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

08:15-10:35

1 stop28h 20m

$719

GuangzhouSydney

CAN - SYD

CANSYD

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 12/5

18:25-06:15

1 stop33h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 19/5

08:15-09:35

1 stop27h 20m

$760

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 27/8

10:55-08:00

1 stop19h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

10:05-18:35

1 stop34h 30m

$786

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/5

09:05-12:00

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

10:20-09:20

1 stop25h 00m

$800

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/5

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

10:20-09:20

1 stop25h 00m

$806

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Australia (average of $244). Flying from China to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $768). 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 1 April 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.

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 121 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 Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% 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 1 April 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
146 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

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 AirAsia X, Shenzhen Airlines, and Juneyao Airlines fly from China to Australia in about 16h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 25m. China and Australia are separated by a distance of 8909 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 $165. Users have also found prices from $198 and $202 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 $244). Flying from China to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $768). 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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$384Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$574Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$587Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$689Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$694Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapest$793Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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