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Cheap flights from Melbourne to China from $293

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — PVG
22 tammi — 29 tammi1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to China

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to China (CN0). 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 17 tammikuu 2025.

Round-trip from

$465

One-way from

$293
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 25/2-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 20m total
  • Melbourne to China
14/4
  • 14/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 45m total
  • Melbourne to China

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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 17 tammikuu 2025.

ti 25/212:00MEL - PKX
1 stop14h 20mChina Eastern
ke 19/313:00PKX - MEL
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1$465
ke 12/312:00MEL - SZX
1 stop26h 40mChina Eastern
ke 19/311:15SZX - MEL
1 stop20h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1$488
ke 30/411:00MEL - PEK
1 stop14h 50mChina Eastern
la 10/514:30PEK - MEL
1 stop16h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1$500
la 1/301:00MEL - SZX
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
su 9/321:50SZX - MEL
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$513
ti 25/211:25MEL - PKX
1 stop14h 30mChina Southern
ti 18/316:30PKX - MEL
1 stop14h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1$515
la 1/301:00MEL - CAN
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
su 9/321:25CAN - MEL
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$517
ma 3/312:25MEL - SHA
1 stop29h 10mXiamenAir
pe 7/321:45SHA - MEL
1 stop33h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 16/1$528
ke 26/206:15MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 05mAirAsia X
ke 26/301:35PVG - MEL
1 stop24h 25mAirAsia X
Deal found 16/1$531
su 2/321:30MEL - PVG
1 stop20h 45mSichuan Airlines
pe 7/316:30PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 16/1$541
ti 18/320:45MEL - PVG
1 stop26h 10mHainan Airlines
la 12/416:25PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/1$547
pe 13/607:00MEL - PVG
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
su 29/613:10PVG - MEL
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$549
la 1/211:25MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 50mChina Southern
to 6/220:05SHA - MEL
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 15/1$563

Find flights from Melbourne to China within your budget

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 17 tammikuu 2025.

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MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

ti 25/2

12:00-23:20

1 stop14h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

ke 19/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop18h 00m

$465

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PEK

MELPEK

Melbourne

ma 3/3

12:00-23:50

1 stop14h 50m

Beijing Capital

ma 10/3

11:30-14:05

1 stop23h 35m

$476

MelbourneShenzhen

MEL - SZX

MELSZX

Melbourne

ke 12/3

12:00-11:40

1 stop26h 40m

Shenzhen

ke 19/3

11:15-11:00

1 stop20h 45m

$488

MelbourneShenzhen

MEL - SZX

MELSZX

Melbourne

la 1/3

01:00-02:10

1 stop28h 10m

Shenzhen

su 9/3

21:50-23:45

1 stop22h 55m

$513

MelbourneBeijing

MEL - PKX

MELPKX

Melbourne

ti 25/2

11:25-22:55

1 stop14h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

ti 18/3

16:30-09:45

1 stop14h 15m

$515

MelbourneGuangzhou

MEL - CAN

MELCAN

Melbourne

la 1/3

01:00-00:30

1 stop26h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

su 9/3

21:25-23:45

1 stop23h 20m

$517

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

ma 3/3

12:25-14:35

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

pe 7/3

21:45-10:25

1 stop33h 40m

$528

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

ke 26/2

06:15-00:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

ke 26/3

01:35-05:00

1 stop24h 25m

$531

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

su 2/3

21:30-15:15

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

pe 7/3

16:30-14:45

1 stop19h 15m

$541

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

ke 19/3

12:55-22:00

1 stop36h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

to 27/3

06:45-09:35

1 stop23h 50m

$544

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to China

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 17 tammikuu 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 17 tammikuu 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 17 tammikuu 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines and Air China 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.
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For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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8.3

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For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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8.0

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8.0

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8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

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For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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Boarding

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8.5

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For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

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8.3

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8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to China one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $296. Air China flights start at $301 while deals on Juneyao Airlines start at $312 one-way.

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

  • 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: Qantas Airways (85%), China Eastern (85%), Air France (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to China?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,083 for a flight from Melbourne to China. The cheapest flight overall is $407 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at $463.

  • 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 17 tammikuu 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$427Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$428Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$436Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapest$438Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$469Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$494Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$498Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$526Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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AirAsia XCheapest$527Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$533Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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