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Cheap flights from China to Melbourne from $261

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PVG — MEL
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from China to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$536

One-way from

$261

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,704
Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 17/10-25/10
  • Nonstop
  • 21h 10m total
  • China to Melbourne
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 11/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 25m total
  • China to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($241 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 29 August 2025.

Fri 17/1017:05HGH - MEL
Nonstop9h 55mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sat 25/1008:00MEL - HGH
Nonstop11h 15mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 28/8$536
Tue 9/916:15CAN - MEL
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1008:00MEL - CAN
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$567
Wed 10/906:55PEK - MEL
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/907:00MEL - PEK
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$581
Wed 12/1111:10PEK - MEL
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1108:00MEL - PEK
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$586
Tue 11/1122:20PKX - MEL
1 stop28h 40mBeijing Capital Airlines
Thu 20/1108:00MEL - PKX
1 stop16h 00mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 27/8$586
Sun 9/1108:00PEK - MEL
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1108:00MEL - PEK
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$612
Sun 9/1111:10PEK - MEL
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1108:00MEL - PEK
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$613
Tue 11/1122:20PKX - MEL
1 stop28h 40mBeijing Capital Airlines
Mon 17/1108:00MEL - PKX
1 stop16h 00mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 27/8$613
Wed 17/910:55CAN - MEL
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/913:35MEL - CAN
1 stop36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$621
Fri 14/1111:10PEK - MEL
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1108:00MEL - PEK
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$621
Tue 11/1122:20PKX - MEL
1 stop28h 40mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sat 22/1108:00MEL - PKX
1 stop16h 00mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 27/8$638
Wed 15/1001:35PVG - MEL
1 stop16h 45mAirAsia X
Wed 22/1007:00MEL - PVG
1 stop20h 20mAirAsia X
Deal found 28/8$651

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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 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Melbourne that are best for you.

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China

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HangzhouMelbourne

HGH - MEL

HGHMEL

Hangzhou

Fri 17/10

17:05-06:00

Nonstop9h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

08:00-16:15

Nonstop11h 15m

$536

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 9/9

16:15-11:35

1 stop17h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

08:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

$567

BeijingMelbourne

PEK - MEL

PEKMEL

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/9

06:55-05:00

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 13/9

07:00-23:40

1 stop18h 40m

$581

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sat 15/11

22:20-06:00

1 stop28h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

08:00-21:00

1 stop16h 00m

$586

BeijingMelbourne

PEK - MEL

PEKMEL

Beijing Capital

Wed 12/11

11:10-06:00

1 stop15h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

08:00-23:30

1 stop18h 30m

$586

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 11/11

22:20-06:00

1 stop28h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

08:00-21:00

1 stop16h 00m

$586

BeijingMelbourne

PEK - MEL

PEKMEL

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/11

08:00-06:00

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 22/11

08:00-23:30

1 stop18h 30m

$612

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 11/11

22:20-06:00

1 stop28h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

08:00-21:00

1 stop16h 00m

$613

BeijingMelbourne

PEK - MEL

PEKMEL

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/11

11:10-06:00

1 stop15h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

08:00-10:00

1 stop29h 00m

$613

BeijingMelbourne

PEK - MEL

PEKMEL

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/11

08:00-06:00

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

08:00-13:55

1 stop32h 55m

$613

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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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from China to Melbourne 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 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 29 August 2025.

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

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 29 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Air China, andChina Eastern from China to Melbourne. 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 Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
164 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

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?

    Departing from China to Melbourne will take you 9h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7960 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from China to Melbourne are Scoot ($261), Air China ($273), and AirAsia X ($290).

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

    The most popular flight routes from China to Melbourne are Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Melbourne, Shanghai Pu Dong - Melbourne and Hangzhou - Melbourne.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from China to Melbourne are China Eastern (64%), Qantas Airways (64%) and Air France (64%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from China to Melbourne?

    The cheapest flight price from China to Melbourne is $499. On average you can expect to pay $767. The most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $693.

  • 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?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from China to Melbourne 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 6 airlines flying from China to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 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 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$438Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$541Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$585Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapest$833Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,011Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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