Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing from $738

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NKG
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
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 36 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 (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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$675

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$738

Good round-trip deal

$688 or less

Good one-way deal

$429 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 24/5-10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($133 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 November 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 27 November 2025.

Fri 12/1220:45MEL - NKG
1 stop18h 00mHainan Airlines
Tue 16/1212:45NKG - MEL
1 stop28h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/11$872
Wed 10/1221:40MEL - NKG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Sun 28/1219:40NKG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/11$990
Mon 1/1213:00MEL - NKG
Nonstop10h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 25/220:55NKG - MEL
Nonstop11h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/11$996
Mon 1/1213:00MEL - NKG
Nonstop10h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 27/207:25NKG - MEL
1 stop25h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/11$1,030
Wed 10/1212:25MEL - NKG
1 stop33h 00mXiamenAir
Sun 14/1210:30NKG - MEL
1 stop20h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 24/11$1,038
Thu 11/1212:25MEL - NKG
1 stop23h 50mXiamenAir
Mon 15/1216:30NKG - MEL
1 stop14h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 25/11$1,039
Mon 1/1215:35MEL - NKG
1 stop33h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 26/214:15NKG - MEL
1 stop29h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$1,096
Mon 1/1223:30MEL - NKG
1 stop27h 05mChina Southern
Wed 25/208:30NKG - MEL
1 stop19h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$1,125
Wed 10/1221:40MEL - NKG
1 stop23h 35mSichuan Airlines
Thu 25/1219:40NKG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,139

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Melbourne

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Nanjing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

07:00-22:05

1 stop18h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 28/3

17:00-12:00

1 stop16h 00m

$738

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

20:45-11:45

1 stop18h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 16/12

12:45-20:00

1 stop28h 15m

$872

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

20:15-19:55

1 stop26h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 28/3

08:10-15:35

2 stops28h 25m

$878

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

12:00-21:00

Nonstop11h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 21/5

07:30-09:00

1 stop23h 30m

$922

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

11:35-14:30

2 stops28h 55m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 21/5

22:25-09:35

2 stops33h 10m

$961

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

08:40-10:30

1 stop28h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 30/1

11:40-06:50

1 stop16h 10m

$970

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Deals found on 25/11

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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 21 November 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 $412). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in July is currently the most expensive (average of $650). 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 27 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 27 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, 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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

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?

    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 18h. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $872. 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 $436. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $451, and Sichuan Airlines, from $454. 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 $384. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Nanjing Lukou Intl) can be booked for $623 on average, our data indicates $611 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 $412). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in July is currently the most expensive (average of $650). 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 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Nanjing

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$436Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$451Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$454Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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ScootCheapest$530Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapest$598Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$620Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$631Average$1,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$862Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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