What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to China flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to China flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

AirAsia X, Beijing Capital Airlines, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to China

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to China on average per day?

As of February 2026, 18 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in China each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00, with 39% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How often are flights from Melbourne to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Melbourne and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to China on average per week?

As of February 2026, 126 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in China each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to China?

China Southern, China Eastern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Melbourne Airport according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to China refresh daily.

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

As of February 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to China.

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

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 China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to China 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 China. 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 China?

If you are unable to visit China during the month of January, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $809.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to China is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,116. The most expensive day to fly to China is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,156.

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

Flying to China from Melbourne Airport at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $716 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,145.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to China flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $847 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Melbourne Airport for as low as $703 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to China flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to China flight.

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Best price found	$312
Fastest flight time	9h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in China	237 airports

The best one-way flight to China from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $312. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $527.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to China takes 9h 10m

Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to China every day.

There are 237 airports in China. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Shenzhen (SZX), Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to China?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to China refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to China?
As of February 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to China?
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 China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to China 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 China. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to China?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to China is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (28.83% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330-300 (20.26%), Airbus A350-900 (15.70%), and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (8.80%).

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to China

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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $227	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 44 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Air China	PriceFrom $312	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $360	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 62 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $371	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 316 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $410	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 31 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $428	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 192 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $437	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $450	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $466	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 136 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom $472	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 23 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights

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

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Once all potential Melbourne to China 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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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

If you are unable to visit China during the month of January, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $809.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to China is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,116. The most expensive day to fly to China is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,156.

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

Flying to China from Melbourne Airport at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $716 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,145.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to China flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Qingdao Jiaodong Intl for the best Melbourne - China flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to China flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to China flight.

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

AirAsia X, Beijing Capital Airlines, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to China

Which airlines fly to China?

How often are flights from Melbourne to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Melbourne and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to China flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to China flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to China on average per day?

As of February 2026, 18 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in China each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00, with 39% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to China on average per week?

As of February 2026, 126 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in China each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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