How many flights depart from China to Melbourne on average per day?

As of March 2025, 12 flights take off from China and land in Melbourne each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 50% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from China to Melbourne on average per week?

As of March 2025, 86 flights take off from China and land in Melbourne each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to Melbourne?

Beijing Capital Airlines, AirAsia X, and Scoot are the most popular carriers operating from China to Melbourne

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

China Southern, China Eastern and Beijing Capital Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from China according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in China you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport takes 10h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Guangzhou to Melbourne Airport takes 16h 10m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Melbourne?

Prices for flights from China to Melbourne refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from China to Melbourne?

The number of operators available for flights from China to Melbourne is 8 as of March 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to Melbourne?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from China to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Recent return flight deals from China to Melbourne

These are some of the best return flight deals from China to Melbourne that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

07:25 - 05:00PKX-MEL

19h 35m1 stop

07:00 - 22:10MEL-PKX

17h 10m1 stop

$487Beijing Capital Airlines

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Sun, 6 Apr - Mon, 21 Apr

18:20 - 05:00CAN-MEL

32h 40m1 stop

07:00 - 00:30MEL-CAN

19h 30m1 stop

$510

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Thu, 19 Jun - Fri, 18 Jul

19:05 - 19:20NKG-MEL

22h 15m1 stop

10:20 - 22:30MEL-NKG

14h 10m1 stop

$671China Southern

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Sat, 28 Jun - Sat, 19 Jul

18:20 - 19:20PVG-MEL

23h 00m1 stop

10:20 - 00:20MEL-PVG

16h 00m1 stop

$698China Southern

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Thu, 3 Jul - Mon, 21 Jul

21:10 - 09:35SHA-MEL

34h 25m1 stop

11:35 - 22:40MEL-SHA

13h 05m1 stop

$761XiamenAir

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Sun, 18 May - Fri, 23 May

21:55 - 09:35SHA-MEL

33h 40m2 stops

11:35 - 12:50MEL-SHA

27h 15m1 stop

$801XiamenAir

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Sun, 18 May - Fri, 23 May

07:30 - 09:00NKG-MEL

23h 30m1 stop

12:00 - 21:10MEL-NKG

11h 10mdirect

$1,801China Eastern

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Sat, 28 Jun - Sat, 19 Jul

01:05 - 14:35PEK-MEL

11h 30mdirect

20:00 - 05:55MEL-PEK

11h 55mdirect

$1,828Air China

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Sat, 5 Apr - Mon, 21 Apr

07:30 - 09:00NKG-MEL

23h 30m1 stop

12:00 - 21:10MEL-NKG

11h 10mdirect

$1,834China Eastern

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Sat, 28 Jun - Sat, 19 Jul

20:25 - 14:35SHA-MEL

16h 10m1 stop

20:00 - 10:55MEL-SHA

16h 55m1 stop

$2,427Air China

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Hainan Airlines flights from China to Melbourne

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on China to Melbourne flight tickets

Hainan Airlines

7 Apr

PEK16:00Beijing Capital

20h 05m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

22 Apr

MEL21:10Melbourne

16h 35m

1 stop

PEK11:45Beijing Capital

$610

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Hainan Airlines

13 Mar

PEK15:00Beijing Capital

21h 10m

1 stop

MEL15:10Melbourne

25 Mar

MEL20:45Melbourne

22h 45m

1 stop

PEK16:30Beijing Capital

$831

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Hainan Airlines

12 Mar

PEK21:15Beijing Capital

38h 55m

2 stops

MEL15:10Melbourne

18 Mar

MEL20:45Melbourne

17h 40m

1 stop

PEK11:25Beijing Capital

$1,135

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China Southern flights from China to Melbourne

Our best China Southern deals on China to Melbourne flight tickets

China Southern

28 June

NKG19:05Nanjing Lukou Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

MEL19:20Melbourne

19 July

MEL10:20Melbourne

14h 10m

1 stop

NKG22:30Nanjing Lukou Intl

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China Southern

3 July

PVG18:20Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 00m

1 stop

MEL19:20Melbourne

21 July

MEL10:20Melbourne

16h 00m

1 stop

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

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China Southern

16 Aug

PVG21:55Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 45m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

9 Sept

MEL21:00Melbourne

25h 30m

1 stop

PVG20:30Shanghai Pu Dong

$736

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from China to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from China to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $637. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $812.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,067. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Saturday is $1,786.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the morning. Flights from China to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $728. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,474. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest China to Melbourne flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on China to Melbourne flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on China to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	$211
Fastest flight time	9h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Melbourne	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from China in the past 72 hours is $211. The best return flight deal from China to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $487.

The fastest flight from China to Melbourne takes 9h 20m

Direct flights go from China to Melbourne every day.

There is 1 airport near Melbourne: Melbourne (MEL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from China to Melbourne refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from China to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from China to Melbourne is 8 as of March 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Melbourne?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from China to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from China to Melbourne

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from China to Melbourne with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $492	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 90 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $548	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 31 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $565	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 13 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $634	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $688	Free cancellation	Rating 3.0 2 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $812	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 829 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom $911	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 84 reviews	Search Air China flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $989	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 127 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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Can I find flights from China to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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How can momondo help me find flights from China to Melbourne?

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