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Cheap flights from China to Melbourne from $281

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
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 22 January 2026.

Sat 17/1010:20
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/1014:00
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$567
Tue 12/501:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 55m
AirAsia X
Tue 2/607:00
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop19h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 20/1$569
Tue 12/501:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 55m
AirAsia X
Wed 3/621:45
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop28h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 20/1$575
Fri 6/302:30
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop23h 30m
AirAsia X
Sat 14/306:15
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop22h 00m
AirAsia X
Deal found 21/1$601
Mon 2/321:50
SZX
-
MEL
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/306:15
MEL
-
SZX
1 stop22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$603
Wed 25/320:10
FOC
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
China Southern
Wed 17/610:20
MEL
-
FOC
1 stop13h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 21/1$609
Sun 15/311:25
FOC
-
MEL
1 stop20h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 11/611:00
MEL
-
FOC
1 stop13h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$610
Sun 8/212:55
PKX
-
MEL
2 stops19h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 13/412:00
MEL
-
PKX
2 stops22h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/1$613
Wed 4/310:45
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
Scoot
Mon 9/322:35
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop13h 55m
Scoot
Deal found 20/1$623
Wed 25/201:35
CAN
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/306:15
MEL
-
CAN
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$629
Fri 16/1001:05
PKX
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
VietJet Air
Wed 21/1001:30
MEL
-
PKX
1 stop25h 35m
VietJet Air
Deal found 20/1$631
Fri 15/515:50
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 3/610:35
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop28h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 20/1$632

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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$569

One-way from

$281

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,493
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 12/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • China to Melbourne
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 11/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 35m 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 ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 22 January 2026.
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

ShenzhenMelbourne

SZX - MEL

SZXMEL

Shenzhen

Mon 2/3

21:50-23:45

1 stop22h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

06:15-02:10

1 stop22h 55m

$603

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 4/3

10:45-21:20

1 stop31h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

22:35-09:30

1 stop13h 55m

$623

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 15/5

15:50-22:15

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$632

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 15/5

15:50-22:15

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$632

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 15/5

15:50-22:15

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$632

GuangzhouMelbourne

CAN - MEL

CANMEL

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 4/2

11:05-11:00

1 stop20h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

13:00-21:30

1 stop35h 30m

$641

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 14/5

19:00-12:00

1 stop15h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-11:55

1 stop16h 35m

$653

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

16:40-12:00

1 stop17h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-14:25

1 stop19h 05m

$653

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

21:45-12:00

1 stop36h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-17:20

1 stop22h 00m

$655

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/3

18:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:25-22:50

1 stop13h 25m

$656

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Best time to book a flight from China to Melbourne

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $400). Flying from China to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $780). 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 22 January 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 25% of weekly flights between China and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to Melbourne flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Friday 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 17% 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 22 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, 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.
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Southern
7.3
Good
135 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from China to Melbourne?

    Departing from China to Melbourne will take you 20h 55m. 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 Scoot ($202), AirAsia X ($205), and Sichuan Airlines ($213).

  • 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 Shenzhen - 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Melbourne (average of $400). Flying from China to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $780). 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 China to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 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 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$464Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$619Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$737Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$951Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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