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Cheap flights from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport from $432

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NKG — MEL
30 May — 6 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nanjing to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nanjing to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2026.

Mon 31/813:30
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 40m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 4/920:20
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop24h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/4$915
Mon 7/914:15
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/907:25
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop31h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4$1,096
Sat 13/617:05
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/612:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,112
Mon 20/717:05
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 40m
Scoot
Fri 21/813:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop28h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 28/4$1,191
Wed 22/708:00
NKG
-
MEL
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/806:30
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,237
Mon 20/717:05
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 40m
Scoot
Sat 22/813:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop28h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 28/4$1,251
Mon 31/814:15
NKG
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 4/908:00
MEL
-
NKG
2 stops31h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 26/4$1,289
Sun 19/714:15
NKG
-
MEL
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/806:00
MEL
-
NKG
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,312

Find flight deals from Nanjing to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nanjing (NKG) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 30 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$915

One-way from

$432

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,121

Good round-trip deal

$1,044 or less

Good one-way deal

$717 or less
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 31/8-4/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Nanjing to Melbourne
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 15/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 15m total
  • Nanjing to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($412 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Nanjing Lukou Intl to Melbourne.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Nanjing Lukou Intl to Melbourne.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 31/8

13:30-14:10

1 stop22h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

20:20-18:20

1 stop24h 00m

$915

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 7/9

14:15-22:15

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

07:25-13:00

1 stop31h 35m

$1,096
Fastest return journey

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 13/6

17:05-20:20

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 20/6

12:00-23:15

1 stop13h 15m

$1,112

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 31/8

14:15-22:15

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

08:00-13:00

2 stops31h 00m

$1,289

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 23/7

14:15-22:15

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

14:20-13:00

2 stops48h 40m

$1,581

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Mon 20/7

14:15-05:55

1 stop13h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

07:00-13:00

2 stops32h 00m

$1,581
Cheapest one-way

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/8

17:05-20:20

1 stop25h 15m

$432

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 15/8

08:00-06:15

2 stops20h 15m

$512

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 13/5

17:05-05:30

2 stops34h 25m

$1,472

NanjingMelbourne

NKG - MEL

NKGMEL

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Tue 12/5

21:15-04:40

3 stops53h 25m

$1,542

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Best time to book a flight from Nanjing to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport (average of $515). Flying from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,448). 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 NKG to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Nanjing to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2026.

When flying from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport, 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 Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 30 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern and China Eastern from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.3
Good
209 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
151 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nanjing to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Nanjing to Melbourne, you will be flying from Lukou Intl. Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) is just 36.4 km from the centre of the city. Lukou Intl is the only Nanjing airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Nanjing Lukou Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport in 22h 40m. Fly via Sichuan Airlines or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8169 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, China Southern ($652), and China Eastern ($683) offers the cheapest pricing from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport. You may be able to fly from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Scoot. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $190. Users have also found prices from $411 and $414 on Sichuan Airlines and China Southern, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay $938, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $717. The most popular route (Nanjing Lukou Intl - Melbourne), is priced around $915.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nanjing to Melbourne 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 Nanjing to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport (average of $515). Flying from Nanjing to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,448). 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
China SouthernCheapest$652Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$683Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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