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Cheap flights from Melbourne to China from $340

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
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 6 August 2026.

Tue 13/1020:45 -
1 stop23h 00m
Thu 19/1120:00 -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 4/8$648
Tue 1/919:45 -
1 stop20h 35m
Mon 7/921:20 -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 3/8$654
Fri 4/919:45 -
1 stop22h 55m
Sat 12/921:55 -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 5/8$655
Mon 31/812:00 -
2 stops23h 30m
Sun 13/910:35 -
2 stops21h 25m
Deal found 3/8$702
Sat 29/812:00 -
2 stops23h 20m
Sat 5/921:35 -
2 stops34h 25m
Deal found 1/8$705
Mon 31/811:35 -
1 stop28h 30m
Sun 13/920:10 -
1 stop35h 25m
Deal found 2/8$737
Thu 20/812:00 -
2 stops25h 00m
Thu 27/821:50 -
1 stop34h 10m
Deal found 3/8$740
Fri 2/1019:45 -
1 stop26h 00m
Thu 15/1019:00 -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 4/8$742
Fri 21/811:00 -
1 stop15h 05m
Thu 3/921:50 -
1 stop34h 10m
Deal found 4/8$743
Thu 6/811:00 -
1 stop26h 20m
Thu 13/821:00 -
2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 4/8$744
Thu 13/811:35 -
1 stop32h 15m
Sat 15/821:25 -
1 stop34h 10m
Deal found 5/8$749
Thu 13/812:00 -
1 stop30h 40m
Sat 15/821:50 -
1 stop34h 10m
Deal found 2/8$750

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$648

One-way from

$340

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$967
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 13/10-19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Melbourne to China
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22/10
  • 22/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 45m total
  • Melbourne to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($80 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 6 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to China that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChongqing

MEL Melbourne - CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

MELCKG

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

12:00-09:30

2 stops23h 30m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Sun 13/9

10:35-10:00

2 stops21h 25m

$702

MelbourneChongqing

MEL Melbourne - CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

MELCKG

Melbourne

Sat 29/8

12:00-09:20

2 stops23h 20m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Sat 5/9

23:05-10:00

1 stop32h 55m

$715

MelbourneBeijing

MEL Melbourne - PKX Beijing Daxing Intl

MELPKX

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

12:00-11:00

2 stops25h 00m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 23/8

12:55-10:00

2 stops19h 05m

$791

MelbourneGuangzhou

AVV Melbourne Avalon - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

AVVCAN

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 10/9

16:40-16:55

2 stops26h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 14/9

20:30-22:50

2 stops24h 20m

$824

MelbourneChongqing

MEL Melbourne - CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

MELCKG

Melbourne

Sat 29/8

11:35-17:45

1 stop32h 10m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Sat 5/9

11:10-09:35

1 stop20h 25m

$834

MelbourneShanghai

AVV Melbourne Avalon - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

AVVSHA

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 22/10

16:40-22:55

2 stops33h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/11

09:00-23:15

2 stops35h 15m

$840

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Thu 24/9

10:20-15:25

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/11

13:50-09:45

1 stop40h 55m

$858

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

11:35-08:50

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/9

14:10-09:35

1 stop17h 25m

$868

MelbourneChongqing

MEL Melbourne - CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

MELCKG

Melbourne

Mon 1/2

12:00-00:15

1 stop15h 15m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 15/2

13:15-14:05

1 stop21h 50m

$878

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL Melbourne - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MELCAN

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

23:30-13:10

1 stop15h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 10/9

14:25-08:20

1 stop15h 55m

$879

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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.
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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 $735). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 6 August 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to China at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How often are flights from Melbourne to China delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Melbourne and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 Melbourne to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to China. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 6 August 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
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

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
35 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

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
1,439 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

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
7.4
Good
168 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

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
7.3
Good
231 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.8

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 23h 30m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $702. Airlines will cover a distance of 8475 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 Shenzhen Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $232. China Eastern flights start at $252 while deals on AirAsia X start at $252 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 $735). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$227Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$325Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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VietJet AirCheapest$327Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ScootCheapest$378Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$379Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$456Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$461Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest$468Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$495Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China EasternCheapest$515Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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