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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu from $486

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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CTU
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Chengdu (CTU). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$700

One-way from

$486

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,042

Good round-trip deal

$1,015 or less

Good one-way deal

$549 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 29/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Chengdu
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 30/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($463 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($106 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Thu 29/510:20MEL - CTU
1 stop27h 25mChina Southern
Thu 5/609:00CTU - MEL
1 stop21h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 14/4$700
Sat 3/521:30MEL - CTU
1 stop19h 45mChina Eastern
Thu 15/506:55CTU - MEL
1 stop24h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/4$705
Wed 28/500:30MEL - CTU
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/620:30CTU - MEL
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$800
Wed 28/520:00MEL - CTU
1 stop16h 30mAir China
Sat 31/520:00CTU - MEL
1 stop16h 35mAir China
Deal found 15/4$838

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Chengdu 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 15 April 2025.
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Melbourne

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Chengdu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

10:20-11:45

1 stop27h 25m

Chengdu

Thu 5/6

09:00-08:40

1 stop21h 40m

$700

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Sat 3/5

21:30-15:15

1 stop19h 45m

Chengdu

Thu 15/5

06:55-09:00

1 stop24h 05m

$705

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Wed 28/5

00:30-20:40

2 stops22h 10m

Chengdu

Thu 5/6

20:30-14:35

1 stop16h 05m

$800

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Wed 28/5

20:00-10:30

1 stop16h 30m

Chengdu

Sat 31/5

20:00-14:35

1 stop16h 35m

$838

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

21:00-10:40

1 stop15h 40m

$486

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Sat 24/5

11:00-12:15

1 stop27h 15m

$494

MelbourneChengdu

MEL - CTU

MELCTU

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

16:00-09:55

2 stops19h 55m

$665

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/4

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu (average of $357). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $879). 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 CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Chengdu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at midday.

Rainfall in Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chengdu ranges from 0.0 - 250.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 250.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chengdu when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chengdu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. 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 Chengdu. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
143 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu, you will be flying into Chengdu. Chengdu (CTU) is just 15.1 km from the centre vof the city. Chengdu is the only Chengdu airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Chengdu from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    China Southern, at $700, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Eastern and Air China. China Southern is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu (average of $357). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $879). 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 Chengdu on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Chengdu. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 April 2025.
China Southern flights from Melbourne to Chengdu
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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Chengdu. 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 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$480Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$497Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$575Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$628Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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