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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chengdu from $361

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CTU
20 Mar — 27 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chengdu

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 February 2026.

Fri 20/211:25
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop26h 50m
China Southern
Sun 15/319:30
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 16/2$543
Fri 20/208:40
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 35m
China Southern
Fri 13/319:30
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 16/2$546
Sun 12/410:20
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop26h 25m
China Southern
Thu 30/413:00
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop28h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 17/2$559
Thu 5/308:00
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/321:25
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2$616
Mon 9/311:25
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop14h 55m
China Southern
Mon 30/319:00
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 15/2$645
Tue 12/521:00
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop27h 40m
China Southern
Tue 9/615:00
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop15h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 14/2$725
Thu 21/521:00
MEL
-
CTU
2 stops21h 00m
China Southern
Sun 31/522:00
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop19h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 17/2$729
Fri 13/312:00
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop27h 35m
China Eastern
Mon 16/314:35
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop20h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/2$733
Sat 4/407:00
MEL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/410:55
CTU
-
MEL
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2$734
Thu 26/306:00
AVV
-
CTU
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/417:00
CTU
-
AVV
2 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,523
Sun 22/206:00
AVV
-
CTU
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/313:30
CTU
-
AVV
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,579

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Chengdu (CTU). 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 18 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$517

One-way from

$361

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$586
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Chengdu
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11/4
  • 11/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($208 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Chengdu 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 18 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Chengdu that are best for you.

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MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

21:00-17:35

1 stop22h 35m

Chengdu

Tue 19/5

17:00-19:20

1 stop24h 20m

$517

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

08:00-09:30

1 stop28h 30m

Chengdu

Thu 19/3

21:25-06:00

1 stop29h 35m

$616

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

22:20-18:10

1 stop22h 50m

Chengdu

Mon 16/3

13:25-13:00

1 stop20h 35m

$679

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

21:00-22:40

1 stop27h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 9/6

15:00-08:40

1 stop15h 40m

$725

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-12:35

1 stop27h 35m

Chengdu

Mon 16/3

14:35-14:05

1 stop20h 30m

$733

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

20:15-10:30

1 stop17h 15m

Chengdu

Mon 30/3

21:25-15:55

2 stops39h 30m

$746

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

12:00-11:40

1 stop26h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 7/4

13:30-09:00

1 stop17h 30m

$758

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

12:00-00:55

1 stop15h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 6/4

14:00-12:40

1 stop20h 40m

$758

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

12:00-11:40

1 stop26h 40m

Chengdu

Wed 1/4

14:00-13:40

1 stop20h 40m

$758

MelbourneChengdu

AVV - CTU

AVVCTU

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 26/3

06:00-23:20

2 stops20h 20m

Chengdu

Sat 4/4

17:00-15:20

2 stops19h 20m

$1,523

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Chengdu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on 13 February 2026.

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Chengdu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu (average of $443). Flying from Melbourne to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $853). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. 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 Chengdu. Reviews last updated 18 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Chengdu, such as Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
193 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Chengdu. 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 Chengdu from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Chengdu from Melbourne, you will be flying to Chengdu, which is the city’s only airport. Chengdu (CTU) is located 15.1 km from the centre of Chengdu. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Chengdu per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Chengdu?

    For as low as $517, China Southern can have you in Chengdu from Melbourne in 22h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8690 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chengdu round-trip from $446. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $513, and Sichuan Airlines, from $551. China Eastern is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Chengdu 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 Melbourne to Chengdu?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu (average of $443). Flying from Melbourne to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $853). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chengdu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$446Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$513Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$551Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$575Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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