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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to China from $259

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PVG
5 May — 12 May1
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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$435

One-way from

$263

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,047

Good round-trip deal

$494 or less

Good one-way deal

$333 or less
10/5-31/5
  • 10/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Melbourne to China
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Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 7/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • Melbourne to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($218 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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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 30 April 2025.

Sat 10/507:00MEL - TSN
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/518:00TSN - MEL
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$435
Mon 12/507:00MEL - CAN
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/516:15CAN - MEL
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$513
Tue 4/1121:30MEL - PEK
1 stop21h 45mSichuan Airlines
Thu 13/1111:40PEK - MEL
1 stop24h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$517
Wed 21/507:00MEL - PKX
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/507:25PKX - MEL
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$528
Tue 6/520:20MEL - CAN
1 stop16h 05mSichuan Airlines
Fri 9/512:00CAN - MEL
1 stop24h 20mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$530
Sun 1/619:45MEL - CAN
1 stop18h 05mHainan Airlines
Thu 19/606:45CAN - MEL
1 stop29h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$536
Wed 30/707:00MEL - PKX
1 stop20h 05mAirAsia X
Fri 22/802:15PKX - MEL
1 stop16h 05mAirAsia X
Deal found 29/4$536
Thu 12/607:00MEL - PKX
1 stop17h 10mBeijing Capital Airlines
Wed 18/607:25PKX - MEL
1 stop19h 35mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 28/4$549
Sat 8/1112:35MEL - TAO
1 stop14h 40mXiamenAir
Mon 24/1113:10TAO - MEL
1 stop18h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 30/4$552
Sun 4/511:35MEL - SHA
1 stop23h 15mXiamenAir
Sat 10/508:10SHA - MEL
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 29/4$552
Fri 6/611:35MEL - PKX
1 stop24h 25mXiamenAir
Sun 15/616:15PKX - MEL
1 stop15h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 30/4$552
Fri 18/719:45MEL - PEK
1 stop18h 00mHainan Airlines
Sat 16/809:00PEK - MEL
1 stop27h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$555

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 30 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

07:00-00:40

1 stop19h 40m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 20/5

16:15-11:35

1 stop17h 20m

$513

MelbourneTianjin

MEL - TSN

MELTSN

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

07:00-10:55

1 stop29h 55m

Tianjin

Sun 1/6

09:20-20:15

1 stop32h 55m

$522

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

19:45-19:10

1 stop25h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 31/5

09:10-14:05

1 stop26h 55m

$533

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

21:30-09:25

1 stop13h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/6

10:40-11:45

1 stop23h 05m

$542

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

11:35-08:50

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/5

08:10-09:35

1 stop23h 25m

$552

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

11:35-10:00

1 stop24h 25m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 15/6

16:15-09:35

1 stop15h 20m

$552

MelbourneQingdao

MEL - TAO

MELTAO

Melbourne

Sun 15/6

11:35-23:50

1 stop14h 15m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Sun 22/6

12:50-09:35

1 stop18h 45m

$556

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

12:00-09:45

1 stop23h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 30/5

13:00-12:40

1 stop21h 40m

$558

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

19:45-22:55

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/6

08:30-14:05

1 stop27h 35m

$564

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

12:00-16:40

1 stop30h 40m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 15/6

13:00-09:00

1 stop18h 00m

$566

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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 Airport to China

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to China (average of $524). Flying from Melbourne Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 30 April 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to China

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to China. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

The most flights from MEL to CN0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 30 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to China, see what other customers have to say about China Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
325 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
732 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Airport to China one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Beijing Capital Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $263. Scoot flights start at $313 while deals on AirAsia X start at $316 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to China, consider Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Melbourne - Shanghai Pu Dong or Melbourne - Guangzhou Baiyun, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to China?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to China consider choosing Air France(97%), Qantas Airways(96%) or China Eastern(96%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to China?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to China? While on average our users pay $1,909, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $412. The most popular route (Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), is priced around $502.

  • 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 Airport to China?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to China (average of $524). Flying from Melbourne Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 30 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$235Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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AirAsia XCheapest$412Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$413Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$416Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$423Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$455Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$467Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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ScootCheapest$484Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$509Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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XiamenAirCheapest$520Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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