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Cheap flights from China to Melbourne Airport from $266

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
9 May — 16 May1
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 9 April 2026.

Wed 12/803:20
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/800:30
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$632
Tue 30/603:20
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/806:15
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$639
Fri 7/803:20
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/800:30
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$673
Wed 20/521:25
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Wed 27/508:00
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop28h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 7/4$687
Fri 22/520:55
SZX
-
MEL
2 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/521:20
MEL
-
SZX
Nonstop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$703
Sun 6/915:10
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Tue 8/910:35
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop28h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/4$709
Mon 1/621:25
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop30h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Sun 14/608:00
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop28h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 6/4$709
Wed 3/622:00
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/621:35
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$714
Thu 14/522:00
CAN
-
MEL
3 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/513:00
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$737
Tue 2/610:50
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop17h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Wed 10/608:00
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop31h 00m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 5/4$750
Fri 23/1015:50
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Tue 27/1011:25
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/4$758
Tue 19/523:00
HGH
-
MEL
1 stop34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/521:20
MEL
-
HGH
1 stop23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$764

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$632

One-way from

$266

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$948

Good round-trip deal

$473 or less

Good one-way deal

$573 or less
12/8-19/8
  • 12/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 55m total
  • China to Melbourne
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • China to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($328 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($67 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 9 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/9

15:10-08:35

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$709

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 3/6

22:00-20:30

1 stop20h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

21:35-09:25

1 stop13h 50m

$714

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 14/5

22:00-20:20

3 stops44h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

13:00-09:25

1 stop22h 25m

$737

HangzhouMelbourne

HGH - MEL

HGHMEL

Hangzhou

Tue 19/5

23:00-11:45

1 stop34h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

21:20-18:45

1 stop23h 25m

$764

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 3/9

02:30-22:35

1 stop18h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

00:30-01:30

1 stop27h 00m

$785

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 14/5

10:40-11:45

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

13:00-09:25

1 stop22h 25m

$795

ShenzhenMelbourne

SZX - MEL

SZXMEL

Shenzhen

Mon 7/9

02:45-19:15

1 stop14h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

07:45-01:15

1 stop19h 30m

$809

XiamenMelbourne

XMN - MEL

XMNMEL

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Mon 31/8

21:10-06:00

1 stop30h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

08:00-10:50

1 stop28h 50m

$836

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 4/9

15:15-08:35

1 stop15h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

10:35-14:10

1 stop29h 35m

$838

ShenzhenMelbourne

SZX - MEL

SZXMEL

Shenzhen

Tue 30/6

03:20-07:40

2 stops26h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

21:35-02:15

2 stops30h 40m

$843

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne Airport (average of $347). Flying from China to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $748). 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 9 April 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 24% of weekly flights between China and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 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?

Thursday 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 China to Melbourne flights?

Over the past year, China Southern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% 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 9 April 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
146 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
Air China
7.3
Good
146 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

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 8011 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 Scoot, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $193. AirAsia X flights start at $196 while deals on China Eastern start at $210 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 Guangzhou Baiyun - 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne Airport (average of $347). Flying from China to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $748). 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 2 airlines flying from China to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$374Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$935Average$1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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