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

Shenzhen (SZX) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 05m.

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 68% 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 airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Chengdu?

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 86% 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, Shenzhen Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chengdu

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

Flights connecting via Shenzhen (SZX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 30m.

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

Flights via Shenzhen (SZX) offer the lowest average return price of $578.

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 2026, there are 2 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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11:25 - 11:15MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

26h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

13:30 - 06:50CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

14h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$779China Southern

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

11:25 - 11:15MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

26h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

15:30 - 21:30CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

27h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$789China Southern

Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

23:30 - 11:15MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

14h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

17:30 - 21:30CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

25h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$811China Southern

Sun, 25 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

11:20 - 19:55MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

35h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

17:30 - 21:30CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

25h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$811China Southern

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov

22:30 - 12:35MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

17h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

10:00 - 10:00CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

21h 00m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$874China Eastern

Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar

13:00 - 20:00MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

34h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

21:00 - 11:30CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

35h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$877Hong Kong Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

22:15 - 19:35MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

24h 20m1 stop Shenzhen

10:55 - 13:00CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

23h 05m1 stop Shenzhen

$891Shenzhen Airlines

Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

22:15 - 12:25MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

17h 10m1 stop Shenzhen

13:30 - 13:00CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

20h 30m1 stop Shenzhen

$891Shenzhen Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

12:00 - 01:20MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

16h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

14:35 - 14:05CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

20h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$948China Eastern

Wed, 14 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

11:00 - 12:15MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

27h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

06:55 - 09:00CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

24h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,412China Eastern

Tue, 22 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

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11:00 - 11:05MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

26h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:30 - 09:00CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

17h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,343China Eastern

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

12:00 - 01:00MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

15h 00m1 stop Nanjing Lukou Intl

07:30 - 06:15CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

20h 45m2 stops Shenzhen Singapore Changi

$1,348Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

12:00 - 20:00MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

34h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

21:00 - 10:30CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

35h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,359Hong Kong Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

19:40 - 22:30MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

28h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

17:15 - 14:25CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

19h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,385Air China

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

00:30 - 22:40MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

24h 10m3 stops Ho Chi Minh City Hanoi Noibai Guangzhou Baiyun

07:30 - 06:15CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

20h 45m2 stops Shenzhen Singapore Changi

$1,429Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

00:30 - 22:40MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

24h 10m3 stops Ho Chi Minh City Hanoi Noibai Guangzhou Baiyun

09:30 - 12:00CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

24h 30m1 stop Shenzhen

$1,454Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

12:00 - 20:00MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

34h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

21:00 - 10:30CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

35h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,609Hong Kong Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

14:35 - 10:35MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

22h 00m1 stop Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

14:15 - 09:50CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

17h 35m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Ho Chi Minh City

$1,649Multiple Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

06:00 - 22:40MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

18h 40m2 stops Brisbane Guangzhou Baiyun

21:15 - 08:40CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

33h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,833China Southern

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

21:00 - 22:40MEL Melbourne-CTU Chengdu

27h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Guangzhou Baiyun

15:00 - 16:10CTU Chengdu-MEL Melbourne

23h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Adelaide

$2,444China Southern

Fri, 18 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep

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12 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

26h 50m

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CTU11:15Chengdu

26 Nov

CTU13:30Chengdu

14h 20m

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MEL06:50Melbourne

$779

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2 Feb

MEL11:25Melbourne

26h 50m

1 stop

CTU11:15Chengdu

23 Feb

CTU15:30Chengdu

27h 00m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$789

China Southern

22 Oct

MEL11:20Melbourne

35h 35m

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CTU19:55Chengdu

12 Nov

CTU17:30Chengdu

25h 00m

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MEL21:30Melbourne

$811

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Cathay Pacific

9 Nov

MEL15:30Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

CTU13:25Chengdu

26 Nov

CTU08:15Chengdu

19h 55m

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MEL07:10Melbourne

$931

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21 Oct

MEL15:25Melbourne

33h 30m

1 stop

CTU21:55Chengdu

18 Nov

CTU08:15Chengdu

35h 50m

1 stop

MEL23:05Melbourne

$937

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21 Oct

MEL15:25Melbourne

33h 30m

1 stop

CTU21:55Chengdu

18 Nov

CTU08:15Chengdu

29h 45m

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MEL17:00Melbourne

$1,089

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$891

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Wed 14/10

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1 stop20h 30m

$948

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Tue 22/9

11:00-12:15

1 stop27h 15m

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Fri 2/10

06:55-09:00

1 stop24h 05m

$1,412

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Chengdu?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $828 to $1,351.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $779.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $572. If you’re not able to fly to Chengdu in May, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu during February average around $643.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 $926 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 $520 on momondo.

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

As of September 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chengdu flights are approximately 36% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	$471
Fastest flight time	15h 25m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chengdu from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $471. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $779.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu takes 15h 25m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu

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 15h 25m.
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 2026, there are 2 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 95% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include China Eastern with 5%.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu

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China Southern	PriceFrom $488	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews		Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $634	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 237 reviews		Search China Eastern flights

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