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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Nanjing from $652

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NKG
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Nanjing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Nanjing (NKG). 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$652

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$939
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 16/3-8/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Mon 16/323:30
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop16h 00m
China Southern
Wed 8/418:55
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$652
Tue 27/114:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop33h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 4/220:55
NKG
-
MEL
Nonstop11h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/1$671
Mon 16/312:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop15h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 29/321:25
NKG
-
MEL
Nonstop10h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/1$673
Tue 10/312:25
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop23h 50m
XiamenAir
Sun 15/314:10
NKG
-
MEL
2 stops41h 15m
XiamenAir
Deal found 15/1$677
Sat 17/121:40
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 25/113:40
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop21h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/1$680
Sun 18/121:40
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 26/113:40
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop21h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 14/1$683
Sat 17/121:40
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop17h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Sat 31/119:40
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/1$684
Tue 27/120:15
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop16h 55m
Air China
Wed 4/217:15
NKG
-
MEL
2 stops19h 25m
Air China
Deal found 14/1$686
Mon 19/111:25
MEL
-
NKG
2 stops24h 35m
China Southern
Mon 2/217:55
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop24h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1$702
Fri 30/120:15
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop16h 55m
Air China
Tue 3/214:25
NKG
-
MEL
2 stops46h 15m
Air China
Deal found 14/1$710

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Nanjing 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 16 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Nanjing that are best for you.

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Price

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

14:00-00:10

1 stop13h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/2

20:55-11:00

Nonstop11h 05m

$671

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

08:40-16:45

1 stop35h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 7/3

19:15-21:30

1 stop23h 15m

$674

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

12:00-00:10

1 stop15h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 8/4

21:25-10:00

Nonstop10h 35m

$674

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

22:30-20:10

1 stop24h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/2

20:55-11:00

Nonstop11h 05m

$674

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

12:25-09:15

1 stop23h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 15/3

14:10-10:25

2 stops41h 15m

$677

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

21:40-12:25

1 stop17h 45m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 1/3

19:40-14:30

1 stop15h 50m

$680

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

23:30-15:00

1 stop18h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/2

11:40-09:45

1 stop19h 05m

$680

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

10:20-22:30

1 stop14h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 19/5

19:05-19:20

1 stop22h 15m

$680

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

21:40-18:15

1 stop23h 35m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 25/2

13:40-14:30

1 stop21h 50m

$683

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

20:15-10:10

1 stop16h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 4/2

17:15-15:40

2 stops19h 25m

$686

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Nanjing

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Nanjing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nanjing (average of $414). Flying from Melbourne to Nanjing in April is currently the most expensive (average of $683). 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 MEL to NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Nanjing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Nanjing as you normally would.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Nanjing delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Nanjing have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Nanjing flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanjing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanjing. 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 Nanjing. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern from Melbourne to Nanjing by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

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
133 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

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
189 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

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.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
314 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.7
Good
28 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

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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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanjing from Melbourne?

    Located just 36.4 km from the city centre, Nanjing Lukou Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Nanjing from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Lukou Intl (NKG) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Nanjing?

    Departing from Melbourne to Nanjing will take you 13h 10m. There are 8169 km between Melbourne and Nanjing. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Hainan Airlines ($424), Sichuan Airlines ($434), and China Southern ($454) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Nanjing. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nanjing?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Nanjing? While on average our users pay $925, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $421. The most popular route (Melbourne - Nanjing Lukou Intl), is priced around $589.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nanjing (average of $414). Flying from Melbourne to Nanjing in April is currently the most expensive (average of $683). 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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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$424Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$434Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$454Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$581Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$602Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$625Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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