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Cheap flights from China to Melbourne from $295

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
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 7 July 2026.

Tue 20/1003:20
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1001:00
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$669
Tue 18/810:40
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop31h 40m
Scoot
Wed 26/813:00
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop22h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 6/7$743
Tue 18/810:40
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop31h 40m
Scoot
Mon 31/813:00
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop22h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 2/7$784
Tue 15/1201:05
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/106:15
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$785
Mon 17/802:45
CAN
-
MEL
3 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/813:00
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$804
Sat 15/801:05
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop32h 40m
Scoot
Mon 31/813:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop28h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 4/7$817
Wed 16/1201:05
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/106:15
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$834
Wed 12/818:35
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/813:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$837
Thu 27/816:20
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/919:40
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$839
Thu 27/816:35
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop19h 50m
Air China
Wed 9/919:40
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
Air China
Deal found 7/7$839
Tue 15/1201:05
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/107:45
MEL
-
PKX
2 stops43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$846
Sat 19/1201:05
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/106:15
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$854

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 7 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$669

One-way from

$295

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,252
20/10-28/10
  • 20/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • China to Melbourne
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31/10
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 10m total
  • China to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 32% potential increase in price ($959 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($128 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 7 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 12/8

18:35-10:30

1 stop13h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

13:00-15:50

1 stop28h 50m

$837

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 2/9

22:55-12:00

1 stop35h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

21:20-18:30

1 stop23h 10m

$882

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 13/10

10:40-12:45

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

22:35-09:30

1 stop13h 55m

$893

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/11

15:25-22:50

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

11:25-14:15

1 stop29h 50m

$931

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 4/11

08:30-09:25

1 stop21h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

11:25-06:30

1 stop22h 05m

$934

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/8

16:10-10:30

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

13:00-22:25

2 stops35h 25m

$945

ShenzhenMelbourne

SZX - MEL

SZXMEL

Shenzhen

Fri 7/8

13:15-14:25

2 stops23h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

19:40-11:25

1 stop17h 45m

$948

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 26/8

16:10-10:30

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

07:25-20:55

1 stop15h 30m

$948

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 13/11

15:20-09:25

1 stop15h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

11:25-14:10

1 stop29h 45m

$967

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/8

16:50-11:15

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

07:25-12:05

1 stop30h 40m

$978

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Best time to book a flight from China to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from China with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $264). Flying from China to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $816). 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 7 July 2026.

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.

How often are flights from China to Melbourne delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between China and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 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 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 7 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern,China Eastern, andAir China 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
157 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

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
7.5
Good
157 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

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
7.3
Good
226 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

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
158 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

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?

    Departing from China to Melbourne will take you 23h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7543 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 AirAsia X ($203), China Southern ($230), and Air China ($236).

  • 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 Beijing Capital - Melbourne.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $264). Flying from China to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $816). 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 7 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
XiamenAirCheapest$640Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapest$948Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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