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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu from $399

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CTU
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 16 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$713

One-way from

$399

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$722

Good round-trip deal

$1,083 or less

Good one-way deal

$580 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 6/9-9/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Chengdu
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($339 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 16 August 2025.

Tue 16/916:00MEL - CTU
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1017:00CTU - MEL
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$708
Sat 6/916:00MEL - CTU
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/914:30CTU - MEL
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$713
Mon 13/1008:00MEL - CTU
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1010:55CTU - MEL
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$721
Wed 10/911:00MEL - CTU
1 stop27h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 17/913:30CTU - MEL
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/8$731
Mon 1/907:00MEL - CTU
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/920:15CTU - MEL
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$736
Sun 12/1022:00MEL - CTU
1 stop18h 40mChina Southern
Wed 22/1012:00CTU - MEL
1 stop18h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 13/8$794
Wed 3/900:30MEL - CTU
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/908:00CTU - MEL
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$824
Fri 26/920:00MEL - CTU
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1121:00CTU - MEL
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$833
Sat 11/1000:30MEL - CTU
2 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1010:55CTU - MEL
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$850
Sun 30/1101:30MEL - CTU
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:00CTU - MEL
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$859
Sun 31/800:30MEL - CTU
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/917:00CTU - MEL
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$874

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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 16 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu that are best for you.

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MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Sat 6/9

16:00-09:55

2 stops19h 55m

Chengdu

Tue 9/9

14:30-14:35

1 stop22h 05m

$713

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

08:00-09:50

1 stop28h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 22/10

10:55-06:00

1 stop16h 05m

$721

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

11:00-12:15

1 stop27h 15m

Chengdu

Wed 17/9

13:30-09:00

1 stop17h 30m

$731

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

07:00-09:50

1 stop28h 50m

Chengdu

Sat 13/9

20:15-05:00

1 stop30h 45m

$736

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

22:00-13:40

1 stop18h 40m

Chengdu

Wed 22/10

12:00-09:40

1 stop18h 40m

$794

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

00:30-17:35

2 stops19h 05m

Chengdu

Tue 9/9

08:00-14:35

1 stop28h 35m

$824

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Fri 26/9

20:00-11:25

1 stop17h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 10/11

21:00-19:05

2 stops19h 05m

$833

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Sat 11/10

00:30-09:35

2 stops36h 05m

Chengdu

Wed 22/10

10:55-06:00

1 stop16h 05m

$850

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

01:30-16:20

2 stops17h 50m

Chengdu

Thu 11/12

20:00-15:45

1 stop16h 45m

$859

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

12:00-00:55

1 stop15h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 15/12

15:00-19:40

2 stops25h 40m

$893

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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 Airport to Chengdu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu (average of $347). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $879). 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 MEL to CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Chengdu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 August 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at midday.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Guangzhou (CAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 65% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Xiamen (XMN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $686.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Beijing (PKX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 23m.

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 16 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Air China, andChina Eastern from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu 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
7.6
Good
106 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.
China Southern
7.6
Good
106 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
106 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
106 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
160 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
106 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.

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?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu, you will be flying into Chengdu. Chengdu (CTU) is just 15.1 km from the centre vof the city. Chengdu is the only Chengdu airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Chengdu from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    China Eastern, at $467, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and Sichuan Airlines. China Eastern is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 Airport to Chengdu?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu (average of $347). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $879). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Chengdu on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Chengdu. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 16 August 2025.
China Southern flights from Melbourne to Chengdu
China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Chengdu
Sichuan Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chengdu

Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Chengdu. 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 16 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$467Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$480Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$598Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$625Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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