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Cheap flights from China to Melbourne Airport from $309

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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
17 Sep — 24 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from China to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 August 2026.

Sun 22/1123:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Tue 23/222:35 -
1 stop26h 20m
Deal found 18/8$657
Thu 17/1200:15 -
1 stop25h 45m
Fri 8/101:00 -
1 stop24h 25m
Deal found 16/8$692
Thu 20/811:40 -
1 stop16h 20m
Fri 4/908:00 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 14/8$707
Sun 22/1123:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Mon 8/213:00 -
2 stops24h 35m
Deal found 18/8$727
Tue 8/914:10 -
1 stop17h 25m
Thu 17/911:35 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 17/8$731
Thu 27/819:20 -
1 stop14h 40m
Tue 8/900:30 -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 15/8$737
Mon 31/818:25 -
1 stop33h 35m
Fri 2/1008:00 -
1 stop29h 40m
Deal found 17/8$744
Mon 14/916:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Wed 23/911:35 -
1 stop35h 10m
Deal found 14/8$744
Tue 15/910:40 -
1 stop31h 40m
Sun 27/921:35 -
1 stop13h 50m
Deal found 16/8$745
Mon 7/910:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Mon 14/906:15 -
1 stop29h 00m
Deal found 13/8$757
Fri 21/819:30 -
1 stop15h 10m
Thu 19/1112:00 -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 15/8$758
Mon 14/920:15 -
1 stop15h 55m
Mon 28/920:20 -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 18/8$759

Find flight deals from China to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 18 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$692

One-way from

$309

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,797

Good round-trip deal

$470 or less

Good one-way deal

$486 or less
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  • 17/12-8/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 10m total
  • China to Melbourne
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  • Scoot
  • 29/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 35m total
  • China to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($122 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - MEL Melbourne

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 14/9

16:10-09:35

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

11:35-20:45

1 stop35h 10m

$744

NanjingMelbourne

NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl - MEL Melbourne

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 14/9

17:05-11:45

1 stop16h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 15/9

21:35-15:50

1 stop20h 15m

$758

ShenzhenMelbourne

SZX Shenzhen - MEL Melbourne

SZXMEL

Shenzhen

Thu 10/9

20:35-14:05

1 stop15h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 27/9

19:45-07:45

1 stop14h 00m

$781

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - MEL Melbourne

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 7/9

17:30-12:40

1 stop17h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

12:00-10:30

2 stops24h 30m

$807

HangzhouMelbourne

HGH Hangzhou - MEL Melbourne

HGHMEL

Hangzhou

Sun 11/10

23:00-21:20

1 stop19h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

01:00-13:10

1 stop15h 10m

$841

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - MEL Melbourne

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/11

19:30-15:40

1 stop17h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 19/11

22:15-10:25

1 stop15h 10m

$845

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN Guangzhou Baiyun - MEL Melbourne

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 7/9

20:35-06:00

1 stop31h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

08:00-11:40

1 stop29h 40m

$848

BeijingMelbourne

PKX Beijing Daxing Intl - MEL Melbourne

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 7/9

21:25-06:00

1 stop30h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

08:00-10:35

1 stop28h 35m

$848

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - MEL Melbourne

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

15:50-23:15

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

11:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$849

ShenzhenMelbourne

SZX Shenzhen - MEL Melbourne

SZXMEL

Shenzhen

Thu 10/9

13:15-14:25

2 stops23h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 27/9

19:40-20:35

1 stop26h 55m

$849

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Best time to book a flight from China to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne Airport (average of $771). Flying from China to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,685). 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 CN to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 August 2026.

When flying from China to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from China to Melbourne delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between China and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to Melbourne 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to Melbourne flights?

Over the past year, China Southern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 18 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern,Air China, andChina Eastern from China to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
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Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,July 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
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Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,July 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
Air China
7.4
Good
160 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
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Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,July 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,July 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Melbourne. 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 China to Melbourne Airport?

    Departing from China to Melbourne Airport will take you 15h 25m. The distance between China and Melbourne Airport is about 8032 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $224. Air China flights start at $230 while deals on VietJet Air start at $232 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne Airport (average of $771). Flying from China to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,685). 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 4 airlines flying from China to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from China to Melbourne. 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 August 2026.
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XiamenAirCheapest$625Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapest$826Average$1,701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$883Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$925Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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