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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing from $421

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NKG
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
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 Tuesday or Monday 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 8 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$821

One-way from

$421

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,131

Good round-trip deal

$560 or less

Good one-way deal

$579 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 21/10-23/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 5/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl.
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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 8 July 2025.

Tue 21/1017:15MEL - NKG
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1120:35NKG - MEL
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$821
Mon 15/920:20MEL - NKG
1 stop24h 10mSichuan Airlines
Wed 15/1019:45NKG - MEL
1 stop16h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/7$856
Mon 20/1000:45MEL - NKG
1 stop15h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 23/1114:15NKG - MEL
1 stop13h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/7$917
Thu 7/811:00MEL - NKG
1 stop14h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 30/907:25NKG - MEL
1 stop23h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/7$1,257
Thu 7/811:35MEL - NKG
1 stop25h 40mXiamenAir
Tue 30/922:40NKG - MEL
2 stops56h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 8/7$1,357
Thu 7/813:00MEL - NKG
1 stop28h 50mScoot
Mon 29/900:50NKG - MEL
1 stop17h 25mScoot
Deal found 8/7$1,365

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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 8 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Nanjing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

17:15-10:05

2 stops19h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 23/11

20:35-15:45

1 stop16h 10m

$821

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

20:20-18:30

1 stop24h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 15/10

19:45-15:20

1 stop16h 35m

$856

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

00:45-13:00

1 stop15h 15m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 23/11

14:15-07:10

1 stop13h 55m

$917

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

11:00-23:20

1 stop14h 20m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 30/9

07:25-09:00

1 stop23h 35m

$1,257

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

11:35-11:15

1 stop25h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 30/9

22:40-09:35

2 stops56h 55m

$1,357

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

13:00-15:50

1 stop28h 50m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 29/9

00:50-20:15

1 stop17h 25m

$1,365

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

21:30-15:50

1 stop20h 20m

$421

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 5/8

16:00-10:05

2 stops20h 05m

$475

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 13/7

19:45-14:30

1 stop20h 45m

$499

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

00:45-13:00

1 stop15h 15m

$1,150

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Deals found on 6/7

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 27 June 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 $371). 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 8 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on 6 July 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Nanjing flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 8 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Boarding

8.6

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Boarding

8.6

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
929 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
151 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
305 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Nanjing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • 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 $856. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from $917, and China Eastern, from $1,257.

  • 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 Scoot ($421), Hainan Airlines ($499), and Cathay Pacific ($1,150).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $514. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Nanjing Lukou Intl) can be booked for $533 on average our data indicates $1,623 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 $371). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Nanjing on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Nanjing. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 8 July 2025.
China Southern flights from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl
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Top 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Nanjing

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Nanjing. 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 8 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$436Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$450Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$454Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$563Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$594Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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ScootCheapest$622Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$687Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$862Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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