Cheap flights from Melbourne to Xiamen from $732

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — XMN
19 Jun — 26 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Xiamen Gaoqi Intl are usually found in August or October, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Xiamen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Xiamen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 May 2026.

Sun 26/708:00
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop28h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Sat 29/811:50
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop16h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 16/5$732
Mon 1/607:25
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop14h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 11/620:35
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 17/5$808
Fri 7/808:00
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop28h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Mon 10/821:10
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop30h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 19/5$812
Sun 26/708:00
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop28h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Sat 22/811:50
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop16h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 19/5$834
Thu 28/514:25
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop22h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 31/520:35
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 18/5$924
Wed 18/1100:30
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop16h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 18/215:10
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop15h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/5$938
Sun 26/721:00
MEL
-
XMN
2 stops21h 25m
China Southern
Sat 22/814:30
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop16h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 19/5$941
Fri 12/607:45
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop31h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Mon 22/608:50
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop21h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/5$944
Wed 18/1115:10
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop25h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 18/215:10
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop15h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/5$945
Tue 1/907:25
MEL
-
XMN
1 stop14h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 2/912:15
XMN
-
MEL
1 stop21h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 17/5$951

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Xiamen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Xiamen (XMN). 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 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$732

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,010
Juneyao Airlines
  • Juneyao Airlines
  • 26/7-29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Xiamen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

07:25-11:05

1 stop29h 40m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Wed 2/9

20:35-05:55

1 stop31h 20m

$951
Fastest return journey

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

07:25-19:25

1 stop14h 00m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Sun 4/10

20:35-12:15

1 stop12h 40m

$1,159

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

06:30-19:25

2 stops38h 55m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Fri 2/10

12:15-07:00

2 stops40h 45m

$1,163

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

16:30-19:25

2 stops28h 55m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Fri 2/10

20:35-07:00

2 stops32h 25m

$1,213
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

12:00-06:55

1 stop20h 55m

$733

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

21:35-23:55

2 stops28h 20m

$746
Fastest single journey

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

11:35-19:20

Nonstop9h 45m

$802

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

11:35-19:20

Nonstop9h 45m

$802

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Tue 14/7

15:30-06:55

1 stop17h 25m

$1,904

MelbourneXiamen

MEL - XMN

MELXMN

Melbourne

Thu 25/6

07:05-06:55

3 stops49h 50m

$1,996

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Xiamen (average of $404). Flying from Melbourne to Xiamen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,559). 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 XMN?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Xiamen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 May 2026.

When flying from Melbourne to Xiamen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

How often are flights from Melbourne to Xiamen delayed?

About 31% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Xiamen have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 106 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Xiamen flights?

Over the past year, XiamenAir have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 31% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Xiamen. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Xiamen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Xiamen. 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 Xiamen. Reviews last updated 20 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andChina Eastern from Melbourne to Xiamen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Xiamen. 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 Xiamen from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) if they book a flight to Xiamen from Melbourne. On average, Gaoqi Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 4 airlines. Xiamen Gaoqi Intl is conveniently located just 8.5 km from Xiamen’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Xiamen?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Xiamen can take about 29h 40m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $951. Melbourne and Xiamen are separated by a distance of 7454 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Xiamen round-trip from $508. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $675, and Cathay Pacific, from $676. China Eastern is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Xiamen?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,764 for a flight from Melbourne to Xiamen. The cheapest flight overall is $428 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Xiamen Gaoqi Intl) is currently priced at $812.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Xiamen (average of $404). Flying from Melbourne to Xiamen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,559). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Xiamen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Xiamen. 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 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$508Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$675Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$676Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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XiamenAirCheapest$831Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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