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Cheap flights from Melbourne to China from $282

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to China

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Tue 17/206:15
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/221:50
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$507
Tue 17/306:15
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/303:15
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$508
Thu 22/112:00
MEL
-
HGH
1 stop14h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 3/222:05
HGH
-
MEL
2 stops33h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/1$550
Sun 15/320:45
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop14h 30m
Hainan Airlines
Mon 23/323:05
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 20/1$550
Sun 25/114:00
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop24h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 7/219:35
SZX
-
MEL
2 stops36h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/1$561
Thu 5/308:00
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/323:00
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$564
Thu 5/313:00
MEL
-
WUH
2 stops22h 25m
China Eastern
Thu 12/322:55
WUH
-
MEL
2 stops33h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/1$569
Sat 18/420:20
MEL
-
HGH
2 stops27h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 17/508:05
HGH
-
MEL
2 stops28h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/1$570
Thu 12/321:40
MEL
-
PEK
1 stop28h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 25/320:15
PEK
-
MEL
1 stop15h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/1$575
Fri 1/520:20
MEL
-
PEK
1 stop24h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 8/515:30
PEK
-
MEL
1 stop20h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 18/1$576
Thu 5/321:40
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop24h 20m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 12/306:55
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop28h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 18/1$578
Sat 30/520:20
MEL
-
PEK
1 stop19h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 29/620:15
PEK
-
MEL
1 stop16h 05m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/1$581

Find flight deals from Melbourne to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to China flight deals. Data was last updated 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$507

One-way from

$282

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$838
16/3-21/3
  • 16/3-21/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Melbourne to China
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16/3
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Melbourne to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($89 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 21 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to China that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneWuhan

MEL - WUH

MELWUH

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

20:45-18:30

1 stop24h 45m

Wuhan

Sat 28/3

21:05-15:05

1 stop15h 00m

$551

MelbourneHangzhou

MEL - HGH

MELHGH

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

20:20-22:05

2 stops27h 45m

Hangzhou

Sun 17/5

08:05-14:20

2 stops28h 15m

$570

MelbourneHangzhou

MEL - HGH

MELHGH

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

20:20-22:50

1 stop28h 30m

Hangzhou

Sun 17/5

07:00-14:20

1 stop29h 20m

$570

MelbourneWuhan

MEL - WUH

MELWUH

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

13:00-18:50

2 stops32h 50m

Wuhan

Sat 14/3

22:55-11:00

2 stops33h 05m

$573

MelbourneShenzhen

MEL - SZX

MELSZX

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

21:40-19:00

1 stop24h 20m

Shenzhen

Thu 12/3

06:55-14:30

1 stop28h 35m

$578

MelbourneWuhan

MEL - WUH

MELWUH

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

21:40-15:05

1 stop20h 25m

Wuhan

Thu 12/3

16:15-14:30

1 stop19h 15m

$584

MelbourneHangzhou

MEL - HGH

MELHGH

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

21:40-16:55

2 stops22h 15m

Hangzhou

Thu 12/3

18:20-14:30

1 stop17h 10m

$584

MelbourneHangzhou

MEL - HGH

MELHGH

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

13:00-14:20

2 stops28h 20m

Hangzhou

Thu 12/3

20:20-11:00

2 stops35h 40m

$590

MelbourneWuhan

MEL - WUH

MELWUH

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

12:25-09:15

1 stop23h 50m

Wuhan

Sat 14/3

22:15-10:25

1 stop33h 10m

$603

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

22:20-16:25

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

09:05-13:00

1 stop24h 55m

$612

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to China (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $640). 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 CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 21 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to China as you normally would.

How often are flights from Melbourne to China delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Melbourne and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 108 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to China flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday 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 Melbourne to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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 21 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Sichuan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from Melbourne to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

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
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,140 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

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
133 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

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
190 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

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 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 Melbourne to China?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to China can take about 24h 45m. Hainan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $551. Airlines will cover a distance of 8245 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $195. AirAsia X flights start at $234 while deals on Shenzhen Airlines start at $241 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to China?

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to China are Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Melbourne - Shanghai Pu Dong and Melbourne - Guangzhou Baiyun.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to China (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $640). 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 Melbourne to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 21 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$235Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air ChinaCheapest$323Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$373Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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ScootCheapest$384Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$424Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$443Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$452Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$483Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest$489Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$501Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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