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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing from $292

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NKG
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Nanjing Lukou Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Nanjing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Nanjing (NKG). 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$615

One-way from

$292

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$835
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 9/3-20/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 23/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Nanjing
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High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 7% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nanjing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Nanjing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Tue 4/320:45MEL - NKG
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/300:30NKG - MEL
1 stop32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$618
Sun 23/213:35MEL - NKG
1 stop36h 40mScoot
Thu 27/200:30NKG - MEL
1 stop16h 40mScoot
Deal found 19/1$631
Tue 4/312:25MEL - NKG
2 stops27h 30mXiamenAir
Sun 23/320:15NKG - MEL
2 stops35h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 19/1$652
Sun 23/221:30MEL - NKG
1 stop18h 05mSichuan Airlines
Fri 28/219:40NKG - MEL
1 stop16h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/1$775
Mon 3/300:35MEL - NKG
1 stop18h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sun 23/317:00NKG - MEL
1 stop22h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/1$777
Sat 22/200:45MEL - NKG
1 stop15h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/214:15NKG - MEL
1 stop29h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/1$1,070
Sun 23/212:00MEL - NKG
1 stop15h 10mChina Eastern
Fri 28/221:00NKG - MEL
Nonstop11h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/1$1,096

Find flights from Melbourne to Nanjing within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Nanjing 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 20 January 2025.

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MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

12:25-12:55

2 stops27h 30m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 20/3

12:30-10:25

1 stop18h 55m

$615

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Tue 4/3

20:45-11:45

1 stop18h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 22/3

00:30-11:40

1 stop32h 10m

$618

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

13:35-23:15

1 stop36h 40m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 27/2

00:30-20:10

1 stop16h 40m

$631

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

20:45-11:45

1 stop18h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sat 22/2

11:00-15:10

1 stop25h 10m

$741

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

21:30-12:35

1 stop18h 05m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 28/2

19:40-14:45

1 stop16h 05m

$775

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Mon 3/3

00:35-15:45

1 stop18h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Sun 23/3

17:00-18:10

1 stop22h 10m

$777

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

00:45-13:00

1 stop15h 15m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 20/3

14:15-12:30

1 stop19h 15m

$1,006

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

12:00-00:10

1 stop15h 10m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Fri 28/2

21:00-11:00

Nonstop11h 00m

$1,096

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Sun 23/2

20:45-11:45

1 stop18h 00m

$292

MelbourneNanjing

MEL - NKG

MELNKG

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

21:30-18:25

1 stop23h 55m

$305

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Nanjing

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Nanjing

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (average of $407). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). 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 NKG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Nanjing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Nanjing. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Nanjing flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Nanjing by month

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

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

Temperature in Nanjing by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nanjing, 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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nanjing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nanjing. 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 Nanjing. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Hainan Airlines
7.7
Good
36 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

China Eastern
7.0
Good
134 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG) if they book a flight to Nanjing from Melbourne. On average, Lukou Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 8 airlines. Nanjing Lukou Intl is conveniently located just 36.4 km from Nanjing’s city centre.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing round-trip from $615. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Scoot, from $631, and Hainan Airlines, from $741. XiamenAir is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing are Hainan Airlines ($292), Sichuan Airlines ($305), and XiamenAir ($392).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $475. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Nanjing Lukou Intl) can be booked for $467 on average our data indicates $1,086 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing (average of $407). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nanjing in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). 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 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Nanjing

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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$431Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$473Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$523Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$528Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$600Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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ScootCheapest$663Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$722Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,055Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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