Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing from $525
This is the cheapest retur 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.
MEL — NKG
18 Nov — 25 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday
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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 19 October 2026.
Fri 27/1112:00 -
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Deal found 16/10$820
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Deal found 15/10$896
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Deal found 16/10$901
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Deal found 15/10$919
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Deal found 17/10$935
Fri 27/1112:00 -
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Thu 25/217:00 -
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Deal found 16/10$954
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Deal found 16/10$996
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Deal found 14/10$1,000
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Deal found 16/10$1,007
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Deal found 17/10$1,053
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Deal found 18/10$1,060
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1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 18/10$1,066
Best flights from Melbourne to Nanjing
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Nanjing that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 October 2026.
Fri 30/1013:00 -
1 stop13h 10m
Thu 5/1108:15 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 15/10$896
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Deal found 15/10$919
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Deal found 18/10$1,276
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1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 16/10$1,690
Sat 2/122:15 -
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Deal found 17/10$1,736
Thu 10/1212:00 -
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Deal found 16/10$1,774
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Deal found 17/10$2,207
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Deal found 18/10$3,004
Thu 31/1222:15 -
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Deal found 17/10$1,736
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Deal found 17/10$1,736
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1 stop18h 30m
Deal found 19/10$1,922
Direct flights from Melbourne to Nanjing
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Nanjing based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 19 October 2026.
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Deal found 18/10$1,053
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Deal found 16/10$1,275
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Deal found 17/10$1,768
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Deal found 16/10$1,782
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Deal found 16/10$1,818
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Deal found 17/10$1,887
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Deal found 17/10$1,889
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Deal found 16/10$1,991
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Deal found 16/10$2,144
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Deal found 16/10$8,624
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Nanjing
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Nanjing. Data last updated 19 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 30/1013:00 -
1 stop13h 10m
Thu 5/1108:15 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 15/10$896
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Deal found 15/10$919
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Deal found 15/10$1,116
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Deal found 19/10$1,072
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Deal found 16/10$901
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Deal found 16/10$996
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Deal found 16/10$1,076
Fri 27/1112:00 -
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Wed 24/207:25 -
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Deal found 16/10$820
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Deal found 16/10$954
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1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 16/10$1,007
One-way flights from Melbourne to Nanjing
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Nanjing. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 19 October 2026.
Sat 31/1013:25 -
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Deal found 15/10$525
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Deal found 19/10$535
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Deal found 15/10$626
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Deal found 15/10$673
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Deal found 18/10$686
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Deal found 15/10$688
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Deal found 19/10$698
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Nanjing
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 19 October 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 19 October 2026.
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MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Mon 7/12
17:55-17:20
2 stops26h 25m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$686
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Tue 24/11
20:45-12:40
2 stops18h 55m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$698
Fastest return journey
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Mon 7/12
21:40-10:10
1 stop15h 30m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$843
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Mon 7/12
22:35-15:45
1 stop20h 10m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$880
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Fri 30/10
13:00-23:10
1 stop13h 10m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Thu 5/11
08:15-11:30
1 stop24h 15m
$896
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Thu 3/12
22:15-18:10
1 stop22h 55m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-02:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$919
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Fri 30/10
12:35-13:10
1 stop27h 35m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Sat 14/11
18:30-10:35
1 stop13h 05m
$919
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Fri 30/10
15:30-13:00
1 stop24h 30m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Sat 14/11
14:15-21:30
2 stops28h 15m
$1,276
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Tue 24/11
00:35-15:45
1 stop18h 10m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Mon 22/2
17:00-12:10
1 stop16h 10m
$1,690
MelbourneNanjing
MEL Melbourne - NKG Nanjing Lukou Intl
MELNKG
Melbourne
Sat 2/1
22:15-11:45
1 stop16h 30m
Nanjing Lukou Intl
Wed 27/1
11:25-13:00
1 stop22h 35m
$1,736
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Nanjing?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (average of $643). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,682). 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 19 October 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Nanjing flights typically cost between $856 and $1,006 in March.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $653 on Scoot (15 Mar–22 Mar).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Nanjing delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Nanjing have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 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 Saturday 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 18% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Guangzhou (CAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 45% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $971.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Shanghai (PVG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 55m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 41m.
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 19 October 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Sichuan Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Nanjing from Melbourne?
Most people fly into Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) if they book a flight to Nanjing from Melbourne. On average, Lukou Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 8 airlines. Nanjing Lukou Intl is conveniently located just 36.4 km from Nanjing’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing can take about 13h 10m. Hong Kong Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $896. Melbourne Airport and Nanjing are separated by a distance of 8169 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing round-trip from $510. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Sichuan Airlines, from $548, and Scoot, from $573. Hainan Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing are Hong Kong Airlines ($363), China Southern ($373), and China Eastern ($401).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $434. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Nanjing Lukou Intl) can be booked for $653 on average, our data indicates $1,691 when flying from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Nanjing?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (average of $643). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,682). 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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