Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing from $374

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NKG
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 2 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$681

One-way from

$374

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$924

Good round-trip deal

$816 or less

Good one-way deal

$397 or less
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 16/10-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
14/10
  • 14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($138 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl.

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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 2 September 2025.

Thu 16/1021:20MEL - NKG
1 stop18h 25mSichuan Airlines
Sun 26/1013:50NKG - MEL
1 stop21h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 31/8$681
Sun 19/1021:00MEL - NKG
1 stop16h 05mAir China
Sun 1/317:10NKG - MEL
1 stop19h 35mAir China
Deal found 2/9$682
Tue 14/1000:30MEL - NKG
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1016:30NKG - MEL
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8$684
Sun 19/1017:15MEL - NKG
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/311:50NKG - MEL
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$727
Mon 20/1013:00MEL - NKG
Nonstop11h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 20/1023:20NKG - MEL
2 stops31h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/9$731
Thu 25/910:40MEL - NKG
1 stop26h 50mChina Southern
Wed 29/1013:35NKG - MEL
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 1/9$737
Thu 25/912:00MEL - NKG
Nonstop11h 10mChina Eastern
Wed 29/1021:00NKG - MEL
Nonstop11h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 31/8$757
Thu 25/911:35MEL - NKG
1 stop33h 50mXiamenAir
Fri 24/1012:30NKG - MEL
1 stop19h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 31/8$769
Thu 16/1014:00MEL - NKG
1 stop28h 50mScoot
Sat 25/1000:50NKG - MEL
1 stop31h 50mScoot
Deal found 31/8$772
Thu 25/911:35MEL - NKG
1 stop33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1000:50NKG - MEL
1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8$774
Sun 19/1022:30MEL - NKG
1 stop20h 20mScoot
Sat 28/200:30NKG - MEL
1 stop32h 10mScoot
Deal found 2/9$777

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Melbourne

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Nanjing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

21:20-12:45

1 stop18h 25m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 26/10

13:50-14:30

1 stop21h 40m

$681

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

00:30-19:25

2 stops21h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 22/10

16:30-22:25

2 stops26h 55m

$684

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

10:40-11:30

1 stop26h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 29/10

13:35-09:45

1 stop17h 10m

$737

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

12:00-21:10

Nonstop11h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 29/10

21:00-11:00

Nonstop11h 00m

$757

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

11:35-19:25

1 stop33h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 24/10

12:30-10:35

1 stop19h 05m

$769

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

14:00-15:50

1 stop28h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 25/10

00:50-11:40

1 stop31h 50m

$772

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

11:35-19:25

1 stop33h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 23/10

00:50-12:45

1 stop32h 55m

$774

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

13:00-20:55

Nonstop10h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 31/10

21:00-11:00

Nonstop11h 00m

$800

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

13:00-21:10

Nonstop11h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 26/10

21:00-11:00

Nonstop11h 00m

$803

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

13:35-15:45

1 stop29h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 31/10

14:15-23:35

2 stops30h 20m

$803

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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 Airport to Nanjing

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 29 August 2025.

Booking 36 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (average of $369). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). 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 2 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

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 2 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Air China, andChina Eastern 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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Related info for your journey

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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 11h 10m. Sichuan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $757. 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 $433. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $447, and Sichuan Airlines, from $451. Hainan Airlines is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $391. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Nanjing Lukou Intl) can be booked for $586 on average our data indicates $1,791 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Nanjing?

    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 Airport to Nanjing?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (average of $369). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$433Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$447Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$451Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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ScootCheapest$526Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$615Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$652Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$693Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$856Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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