Cheap flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport from $370

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NKG — MEL
4 Aug — 11 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Nanjing to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nanjing (NKG) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$691

One-way from

$370

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$820
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 31/8-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Nanjing to Melbourne
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 24/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 10m total
  • Nanjing to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($248 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Nanjing to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Nanjing to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanjing to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 July 2025.

Sun 31/816:05NKG - MEL
1 stop15h 30mXiamenAir
Sun 7/911:35MEL - NKG
1 stop23h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 29/7$691
Sat 30/800:50NKG - MEL
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/919:45MEL - NKG
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$748
Thu 14/812:35NKG - MEL
1 stop28h 45mChina Southern
Sun 31/810:20MEL - NKG
1 stop33h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 28/7$821
Sun 31/821:25NKG - MEL
Nonstop10h 35mChina Eastern
Sun 7/911:00MEL - NKG
1 stop14h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/7$941

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Fly from

Nanjing

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 31/8

16:05-09:35

1 stop15h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

11:35-09:15

1 stop23h 40m

$691

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 30/8

00:50-20:15

1 stop17h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

19:45-14:30

1 stop20h 45m

$748

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 14/8

12:35-19:20

1 stop28h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

10:20-17:30

1 stop33h 10m

$821

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 31/8

21:25-10:00

Nonstop10h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

11:00-23:20

1 stop14h 20m

$941

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 24/11

00:30-11:40

1 stop32h 10m

$370

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 24/11

00:30-05:40

2 stops26h 10m

$453

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 15/10

11:35-09:40

1 stop19h 05m

$514

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 18/9

20:55-14:35

1 stop15h 40m

$597

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 10/1

10:30-10:35

1 stop21h 05m

$613

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 15/10

21:25-11:00

Nonstop10h 35m

$940

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Deals found on 30/7

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 NKG to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Nanjing 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 30 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Chengdu (TFU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Beijing (PEK) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $490.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Xiamen (XMN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 32m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Beijing (PEK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 48m.

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 30 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Air China, andChina Eastern from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,July 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nanjing to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nanjing to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Nanjing to Melbourne, you will be flying from Lukou Intl. Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is just 36.4 km from the centre of the city. Lukou Intl is the only Nanjing airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Nanjing Lukou Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, XiamenAir ($691), China Southern ($821), and China Eastern ($941) offers the cheapest pricing from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport. You may be able to fly from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport for 13% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Scoot. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $370. Users have also found prices from $514 and $597 on China Southern and Air China, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 Nanjing to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Nanjing 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 30 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$504Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$535Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$538Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$707Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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