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Cheap flights from Melbourne to China from $292

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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to China flight deals. Data was last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$519

One-way from

$292

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,282
29/7-30/7
  • 29/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Melbourne to China
11/7
  • 11/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 35m total
  • Melbourne to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($136 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to China

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 13 June 2025.

Tue 29/705:15MEL - SZX
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/720:55SZX - MEL
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$519
Thu 10/705:15MEL - CAN
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/705:55CAN - MEL
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$536
Fri 8/811:35MEL - PKX
1 stop32h 15mXiamenAir
Sat 16/821:10PKX - MEL
1 stop34h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 11/6$546
Fri 25/721:30MEL - CAN
1 stop26h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 12/823:30CAN - MEL
2 stops32h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6$548
Thu 10/712:00MEL - PKX
1 stop23h 45mChina Eastern
Thu 18/923:00PKX - MEL
2 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/6$562
Fri 8/819:45MEL - CAN
1 stop30h 20mHainan Airlines
Thu 28/820:25CAN - MEL
1 stop15h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 12/6$570
Tue 28/1022:30MEL - CAN
1 stop14h 00mScoot
Wed 5/1110:45CAN - MEL
1 stop21h 55mScoot
Deal found 10/6$580
Fri 8/819:45MEL - PEK
1 stop26h 00mHainan Airlines
Sat 16/816:00PEK - MEL
1 stop20h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/6$622
Fri 8/819:45MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 35mHainan Airlines
Sat 16/820:15PVG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/6$622
Fri 1/820:20MEL - PEK
1 stop24h 40mSichuan Airlines
Thu 14/820:15PEK - MEL
1 stop16h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 11/6$625
Sat 2/820:20MEL - PVG
1 stop23h 25mSichuan Airlines
Mon 11/815:10PVG - MEL
1 stop21h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 10/6$625
Sun 31/807:00MEL - PKX
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/907:25PKX - MEL
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$628

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneShenzhen

MEL - SZX

MELSZX

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

05:15-02:15

1 stop23h 00m

Shenzhen

Wed 30/7

20:55-20:20

1 stop21h 25m

$519

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Thu 10/7

05:15-20:55

1 stop17h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 11/7

05:55-04:00

1 stop20h 05m

$536

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

11:35-17:50

1 stop32h 15m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sat 16/8

21:10-09:35

1 stop34h 25m

$546

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

21:30-21:50

1 stop26h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 12/8

23:30-10:00

2 stops32h 30m

$548

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

21:30-09:20

1 stop13h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 11/8

10:35-20:15

1 stop31h 40m

$553

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

19:45-00:05

1 stop30h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 18/8

06:45-14:05

1 stop29h 20m

$556

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

12:00-09:45

1 stop23h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sat 9/8

20:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$562

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PEK

MELPEK

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

19:45-19:45

1 stop26h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 16/8

16:00-14:05

1 stop20h 05m

$622

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

19:45-15:20

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 16/8

20:15-14:05

1 stop15h 50m

$622

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PEK

MELPEK

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

20:20-19:00

1 stop24h 40m

Beijing Capital

Thu 14/8

20:15-14:20

1 stop16h 05m

$625

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to China

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to China (average of $429). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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 13 June 2025.

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.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines from Melbourne 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hainan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $341. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $344 while deals on XiamenAir start at $356 one-way.

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to China (average of $429). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$397Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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AirAsia XCheapest$404Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$409Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$436Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$447Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$449Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$465Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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ScootCheapest$482Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$498Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$500Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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