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Cheap flights from China to Melbourne from $274

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
24 May — 31 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 24 April 2026.

Sat 27/620:55
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/706:15
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$655
Sat 13/608:05
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/700:30
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$691
Sat 31/1015:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Tue 10/1100:50
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop16h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 24/4$707
Mon 26/1015:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 14/1111:25
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 21/4$708
Wed 3/618:25
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop33h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Wed 10/608:00
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop27h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 21/4$718
Sat 31/1015:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 7/1111:25
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 21/4$754
Mon 10/815:50
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 23/810:35
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop28h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 20/4$756
Thu 13/800:30
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Sun 23/812:30
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop20h 55m
Royal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 20/4$770
Mon 26/1015:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 00m
Vietnam Airlines
Thu 5/1111:25
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 22/4$779
Sun 30/802:45
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop25h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Fri 4/907:45
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop19h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/4$791
Thu 29/1015:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 00m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 8/1111:25
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 24/4$800
Wed 28/1015:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Tue 10/1111:25
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 21/4$802

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 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$655

One-way from

$274

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$936
27/6-10/7
  • 27/6-10/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 20m total
  • China to Melbourne
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 00m total
  • China to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($330 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($66 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 24 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Melbourne that are best for you.

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ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/10

15:10-09:35

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

11:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$707

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/8

15:50-22:15

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$707

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/8

15:50-22:15

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$756

ShenzhenMelbourne

SZX - MEL

SZXMEL

Shenzhen

Sun 30/8

02:45-06:15

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

07:45-01:15

1 stop19h 30m

$791

KunmingMelbourne

KMG - MEL

KMGMEL

Kunming Changshui

Sun 7/6

03:00-11:45

1 stop30h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

21:35-02:00

1 stop30h 25m

$830

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 2/9

15:15-08:35

1 stop15h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

10:35-14:10

1 stop29h 35m

$835

BeijingMelbourne

PKX - MEL

PKXMEL

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 31/8

21:25-06:00

1 stop30h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

08:00-20:20

1 stop14h 20m

$859

KunmingMelbourne

KMG - MEL

KMGMEL

Kunming Changshui

Mon 31/8

07:45-14:10

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

20:20-22:35

1 stop28h 15m

$893

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 16/8

15:10-08:35

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 20/8

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$896

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 10/5

22:40-09:50

2 stops33h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

13:00-09:25

1 stop22h 25m

$907

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $257). Flying from China to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $707). 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 24 April 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 24% of weekly flights between China and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 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 14% 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 24 April 2026.
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
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
150 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
148 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

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
208 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

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 15h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8011 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 ($191), AirAsia X ($194), and China Eastern ($208).

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $257). Flying from China to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $707). 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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China SouthernCheapest$369Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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