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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to China from $290

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 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$503

One-way from

$290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,388

Good round-trip deal

$581 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
15/8-17/8
  • 15/8-17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Melbourne to China
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 45m total
  • Melbourne to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 18 July 2025.

Fri 15/807:00MEL - SZX
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/803:20SZX - MEL
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$503
Wed 20/807:00MEL - CAN
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/806:20CAN - MEL
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$560
Fri 24/1011:20MEL - NNG
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Fri 21/1111:30NNG - MEL
1 stop31h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 18/7$589
Mon 3/1113:35MEL - CAN
1 stop22h 55mScoot
Tue 25/1110:45CAN - MEL
1 stop21h 55mScoot
Deal found 16/7$589
Mon 11/807:00MEL - PKX
1 stop20h 20mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sun 24/807:25PKX - MEL
1 stop19h 35mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 17/7$591
Sun 17/808:00MEL - XIY
1 stop17h 55mJuneyao Airlines
Sat 23/811:30XIY - MEL
1 stop16h 30mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 18/7$605
Mon 18/807:00MEL - XIY
2 stops36h 35mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sat 23/823:05XIY - MEL
1 stop27h 55mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 18/7$615
Thu 11/911:00MEL - PEK
1 stop33h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 19/1219:30PEK - MEL
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/7$615
Mon 18/807:00MEL - XIY
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 23/821:05XIY - MEL
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$629
Sat 26/707:00MEL - PKX
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/820:05PKX - MEL
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$646
Mon 20/1011:20MEL - PKX
1 stop14h 50mChina Southern
Sat 1/1117:30PKX - MEL
1 stop25h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 17/7$657
Fri 24/1020:45MEL - CAN
1 stop25h 25mHainan Airlines
Sat 1/1107:55CAN - MEL
1 stop28h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 17/7$659

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 18 July 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

MelbourneShenzhen

MEL - SZX

MELSZX

Melbourne

Fri 15/8

07:00-02:15

1 stop21h 15m

Shenzhen

Sun 17/8

03:20-20:20

1 stop15h 00m

$503

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Wed 20/8

07:00-00:30

1 stop19h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 29/8

06:20-05:00

1 stop20h 40m

$560

MelbourneNanning

MEL - NNG

MELNNG

Melbourne

Fri 24/10

11:20-23:05

1 stop14h 45m

Nanning

Fri 21/11

11:30-21:30

1 stop31h 00m

$589

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

13:35-09:30

1 stop22h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 25/11

10:45-11:40

1 stop21h 55m

$589

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

Mon 11/8

07:00-01:20

1 stop20h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 24/8

07:25-05:00

1 stop19h 35m

$591

MelbourneXi'an

MEL - XIY

MELXIY

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

08:00-23:55

1 stop17h 55m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 23/8

11:30-06:00

1 stop16h 30m

$605

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PEK

MELPEK

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

11:00-18:00

1 stop33h 00m

Beijing Capital

Fri 19/12

19:30-10:00

1 stop35h 30m

$615

MelbourneXi'an

MEL - XIY

MELXIY

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

07:00-17:35

2 stops36h 35m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 23/8

23:05-05:00

1 stop27h 55m

$615

MelbourneXi'an

MEL - XIY

MELXIY

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

07:00-19:25

2 stops38h 25m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sat 23/8

21:05-05:00

2 stops29h 55m

$629

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Fri 24/10

20:45-19:10

1 stop25h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 1/11

07:55-15:10

1 stop28h 15m

$659

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to China (average of $432). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 18 July 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.

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 18 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Airlines, Hainan Airlines, andSingapore Airlines from Melbourne Airport 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.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
745 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

SFO - TPE

Bad News - The flight was delayed and it was due to ground crew issues but the staff were moving things along. The seat size was cramp and i am a lean person. The attendant kept asking me in Chinese when i already stated i don’t speak the language. The food was bad. The taste, aroma, consistent of mush. Even a cafeteria lady can cook better food. Kudos - the pilot made up for lost time to the best of his ability. He made sure that the flight was smooth even though there was occasional turbulence. The landing was great.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
745 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
745 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

SFO - TPE

Bad News - The flight was delayed and it was due to ground crew issues but the staff were moving things along. The seat size was cramp and i am a lean person. The attendant kept asking me in Chinese when i already stated i don’t speak the language. The food was bad. The taste, aroma, consistent of mush. Even a cafeteria lady can cook better food. Kudos - the pilot made up for lost time to the best of his ability. He made sure that the flight was smooth even though there was occasional turbulence. The landing was great.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
745 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

SFO - TPE

Bad News - The flight was delayed and it was due to ground crew issues but the staff were moving things along. The seat size was cramp and i am a lean person. The attendant kept asking me in Chinese when i already stated i don’t speak the language. The food was bad. The taste, aroma, consistent of mush. Even a cafeteria lady can cook better food. Kudos - the pilot made up for lost time to the best of his ability. He made sure that the flight was smooth even though there was occasional turbulence. The landing was great.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
745 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

SFO - TPE

Bad News - The flight was delayed and it was due to ground crew issues but the staff were moving things along. The seat size was cramp and i am a lean person. The attendant kept asking me in Chinese when i already stated i don’t speak the language. The food was bad. The taste, aroma, consistent of mush. Even a cafeteria lady can cook better food. Kudos - the pilot made up for lost time to the best of his ability. He made sure that the flight was smooth even though there was occasional turbulence. The landing was great.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
339 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
745 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

SFO - TPE

Bad News - The flight was delayed and it was due to ground crew issues but the staff were moving things along. The seat size was cramp and i am a lean person. The attendant kept asking me in Chinese when i already stated i don’t speak the language. The food was bad. The taste, aroma, consistent of mush. Even a cafeteria lady can cook better food. Kudos - the pilot made up for lost time to the best of his ability. He made sure that the flight was smooth even though there was occasional turbulence. The landing was great.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
935 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
745 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

SFO - TPE

Bad News - The flight was delayed and it was due to ground crew issues but the staff were moving things along. The seat size was cramp and i am a lean person. The attendant kept asking me in Chinese when i already stated i don’t speak the language. The food was bad. The taste, aroma, consistent of mush. Even a cafeteria lady can cook better food. Kudos - the pilot made up for lost time to the best of his ability. He made sure that the flight was smooth even though there was occasional turbulence. The landing was great.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $290. VietJet Air flights start at $318 while deals on Scoot start at $333 one-way.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to China (average of $432). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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

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 18 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$326Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$403Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$411Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$442Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$450Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$450Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$460Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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ScootCheapest$478Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$500Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$503Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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