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Cheap flights from Melbourne to China from $290

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PVG
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to China flight deals. Data was last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$492

One-way from

$290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,069
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 18/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 05m total
  • Melbourne to China
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15/5
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 45m total
  • Melbourne to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($228 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Mon 12/513:00MEL - CAN
1 stop22h 25mScoot
Mon 26/510:40CAN - MEL
1 stop31h 35mScoot
Deal found 14/4$500
Sun 2/1105:15MEL - PKX
1 stop22h 00mAirAsia X
Sat 15/1102:30PKX - MEL
1 stop23h 30mAirAsia X
Deal found 13/4$505
Thu 1/521:45MEL - CAN
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/522:00CAN - MEL
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$507
Tue 27/520:20MEL - CAN
1 stop21h 30mSichuan Airlines
Sun 8/617:10CAN - MEL
1 stop19h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$511
Sat 18/1012:35MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 05mXiamenAir
Sun 16/1116:10SHA - MEL
1 stop15h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 13/4$549
Wed 11/607:00MEL - PVG
1 stop19h 20mAirAsia X
Wed 9/706:00PVG - MEL
1 stop20h 00mAirAsia X
Deal found 14/4$554
Sun 1/619:45MEL - CAN
1 stop16h 40mHainan Airlines
Thu 5/606:45CAN - MEL
1 stop29h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/4$561
Mon 5/511:35MEL - PKX
1 stop28h 15mXiamenAir
Mon 19/513:10PKX - MEL
1 stop18h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/4$562
Sun 11/519:45MEL - PEK
1 stop21h 05mHainan Airlines
Mon 19/508:00PEK - MEL
1 stop28h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/4$570
Sat 31/511:00MEL - CAN
1 stop15h 50mChina Eastern
Sun 8/613:00CAN - MEL
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4$573
Tue 13/519:45MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 35mHainan Airlines
Thu 29/516:25PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/4$580
Sun 11/519:45MEL - SHA
1 stop29h 10mHainan Airlines
Sat 21/608:30SHA - MEL
1 stop27h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/4$581

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to China 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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PEK

MELPEK

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

19:45-19:45

1 stop26h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 31/5

09:00-14:05

1 stop27h 05m

$492

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

13:00-09:25

1 stop22h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 26/5

10:40-20:15

1 stop31h 35m

$500

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

21:45-00:30

1 stop28h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 7/5

22:00-20:20

1 stop20h 20m

$507

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

20:20-15:50

1 stop21h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 8/6

17:10-14:20

1 stop19h 10m

$511

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

07:00-01:05

1 stop20h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 29/6

02:15-20:20

1 stop16h 05m

$532

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 11/6

07:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/7

06:00-04:00

1 stop20h 00m

$554

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

11:35-22:40

1 stop13h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 27/5

21:10-09:35

1 stop34h 25m

$559

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

11:35-13:50

1 stop28h 15m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 19/5

13:10-09:35

1 stop18h 25m

$562

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

Sat 31/5

11:00-00:50

1 stop15h 50m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 8/6

13:00-09:00

1 stop18h 00m

$573

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

19:45-15:20

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/5

16:25-14:05

1 stop19h 40m

$580

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to China

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to China (average of $524). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to China. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to China as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to China

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to China. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to CN0 are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in China by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways from Melbourne to China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

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
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

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.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
323 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

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.
Vietnam Airlines
7.6
Good
194 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

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
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hainan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $328. Scoot flights start at $348 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $353 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to China?

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to China are Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Melbourne - Shanghai Pu Dong and Melbourne - Beijing Capital.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to China?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne to China on time: Air France (97%), Qantas Airways (96%), China Eastern (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to China?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,026 for a flight from Melbourne to China. The cheapest flight overall is $398 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at $486.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to China (average of $524). Flying from Melbourne to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to China. 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
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$238Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$410Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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AirAsia XCheapest$417Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$421Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$429Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$461Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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ScootCheapest$467Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$473Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$516Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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XiamenAirCheapest$527Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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