Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Flights via Hangzhou (HGH) offer the lowest average return price of $564.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Beijing (PEK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 48m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Chengdu?

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 88% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

China Eastern, China Southern, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chengdu

Which airlines fly to Chengdu?

China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu from Melbourne Airport according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chengdu. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chengdu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Flights connecting via Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 20m.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport refresh daily.

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

As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chengdu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chengdu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $479. If you’re not able to fly to Chengdu in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu during May average around $543.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Chengdu on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $702. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $1,021. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chengdu.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu when you can find flight prices for as low as $785. Flying to Chengdu in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Chengdu are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $897. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chengdu?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chengdu from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chengdu for around $865 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chengdu from Melbourne Airport for as low as $586 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Chengdu flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chengdu flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Melbourne to Chengdu by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to Chengdu will travel around 8693.1 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chengdu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chengdu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Chengdu, the leading airline is China Southern, making up 61% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include China Eastern with 20%, Air China with 10%, and Sichuan Airlines with 9%.

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $464	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 167 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $478	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 113 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $595	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 21 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $667	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 108 reviews	Search Air China flights

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Finding the right flight to Chengdu from Melbourne is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Chengdu quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chengdu from Melbourne which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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

Once all potential Melbourne to Chengdu flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

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

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chengdu?

How have Melbourne Airport to Chengdu flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chengdu flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

China Eastern, China Southern, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chengdu

Which airlines fly to Chengdu?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Chengdu?

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 88% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Flights via Hangzhou (HGH) offer the lowest average return price of $564.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Flights connecting via Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 20m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Beijing (PEK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 48m.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu

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How far is Melbourne to Chengdu by plane?

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu Airport?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?

What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu

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

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Chengdu?

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

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

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your Chengdu trip

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