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Cheap flights from Australia to China from $313

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SHA
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Fri 5/1207:45MEL - CAN
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1205:55CAN - MEL
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$658
Mon 17/1112:30SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 20mXiamenAir
Mon 1/1218:10SHA - SYD
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 10/11$673
Tue 25/1109:00MEL - PVG
1 stop15h 35mChina Southern
Sun 28/1222:50PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11$673
Tue 25/1109:00MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 20mChina Southern
Sun 28/1220:05SHA - MEL
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11$673
Tue 25/1109:00MEL - PVG
1 stop29h 25mChina Southern
Sat 20/1222:50PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11$674
Tue 25/1109:00MEL - SHA
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Sat 20/1214:50SHA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 13/11$674
Fri 21/1110:45SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1119:00PVG - SYD
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$676
Tue 18/1121:50SYD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1123:05PVG - SYD
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$684
Thu 13/1113:30SYD - PVG
1 stop23h 10mChina Eastern
Fri 28/1106:25PVG - SYD
1 stop25h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/11$685
Tue 18/1111:15SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1111:45PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$694
Thu 20/1109:55SYD - PVG
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1123:05PVG - SYD
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$697
Thu 13/1113:30SYD - SHA
1 stop25h 25mChina Eastern
Thu 20/1123:00SHA - SYD
2 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/11$699

Cheap flight deals from Australia to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to China flight deals. Data was last updated 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$624

One-way from

$313

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,106

Good round-trip deal

$558 or less

Good one-way deal

$305 or less
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 19/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Australia to China
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Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 00m total
  • Australia to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($465 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($104 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to China 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 14 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to China that are best for you.

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Australia

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

13:00-09:25

1 stop22h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 21/5

10:20-05:30

1 stop17h 10m

$661

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

00:30-15:55

1 stop17h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 26/5

02:30-22:35

1 stop18h 05m

$697

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

09:20-23:20

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/3

21:50-20:20

1 stop19h 30m

$705

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

09:20-21:10

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/3

21:50-20:20

1 stop19h 30m

$705

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

09:20-21:10

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

21:50-20:20

1 stop19h 30m

$705

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

11:25-22:15

1 stop13h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/3

10:10-07:30

1 stop18h 20m

$705

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

11:25-22:15

1 stop13h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

20:50-20:20

1 stop20h 30m

$705

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

13:30-09:20

2 stops22h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/3

08:35-09:30

2 stops21h 55m

$728

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

00:30-11:40

1 stop13h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 19/5

03:30-22:35

2 stops17h 05m

$768

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Mon 9/2

12:10-12:20

1 stop26h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/3

22:30-10:30

1 stop34h 00m

$778

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to China?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to China (average of $395). Flying from Australia to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $658). 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 AU to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Australia to China at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to China. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 14 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Sichuan Airlines, andChina Southern from Australia to China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Sichuan Airlines
7.5
Good
23 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
China Eastern
7.2
Good
177 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to China. 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 Australia to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to China in 17h. Fly via China Southern, China Eastern, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. There are 7884 km between Australia and China. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to China one-way?

    $339 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Hainan Airlines, with prices starting from $377 and $383, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to China that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to China 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 Australia to China?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to China (average of $395). Flying from Australia to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $658). 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 10 airlines flying from Australia to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to China. 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 14 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$199Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$244Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$360Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$369Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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VietJet AirCheapest$374Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$406Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$497Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest$502Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest$538Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$557Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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