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 airlines fly to Chengdu?

China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu from Melbourne 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.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport are updated daily.

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

There are 2 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport as of September 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chengdu Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$471 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chengdu in 2026

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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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China Southern

12 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

26h 50m

1 stop

CTU11:15Chengdu

26 Nov

CTU13:30Chengdu

14h 20m

1 stop

MEL06:50Melbourne

$779

China Southern

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

1 stop

CTU19:55Chengdu

12 Nov

CTU17:30Chengdu

25h 00m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$811

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to Chengdu

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Cathay Pacific

9 Nov

MEL15:30Melbourne

24h 55m

1 stop

CTU13:25Chengdu

26 Nov

CTU08:15Chengdu

19h 55m

1 stop

MEL07:10Melbourne

$931

Cathay Pacific

21 Oct

MEL15:25Melbourne

33h 30m

1 stop

CTU21:55Chengdu

18 Nov

CTU08:15Chengdu

35h 50m

1 stop

MEL23:05Melbourne

$937

Cathay Pacific

21 Oct

MEL15:25Melbourne

33h 30m

1 stop

CTU21:55Chengdu

18 Nov

CTU08:15Chengdu

29h 45m

2 stops

MEL17:00Melbourne

$1,089

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Thu 12/11

11:25-11:15

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13:30-06:50

1 stop14h 20m

$779

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11:25-11:15

1 stop26h 50m

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$789

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Sun 25/10

23:30-11:15

1 stop14h 45m

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$811

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Thu 22/10

11:20-19:55

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$811

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MEL Melbourne - CTU Chengdu

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Wed 3/3

22:30-12:35

1 stop17h 05m

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10:00-10:00

1 stop21h 00m

$874

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MEL Melbourne - CTU Chengdu

MELCTU

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

13:00-20:00

1 stop34h 00m

Chengdu

Tue 20/10

21:00-11:30

1 stop35h 30m

$877

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MEL Melbourne - CTU Chengdu

MELCTU

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

22:15-19:35

1 stop24h 20m

Chengdu

Fri 27/11

10:55-13:00

1 stop23h 05m

$891

MelbourneChengdu

MEL Melbourne - CTU Chengdu

MELCTU

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

22:15-12:25

1 stop17h 10m

Chengdu

Sat 28/11

13:30-13:00

1 stop20h 30m

$891

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MEL Melbourne - CTU Chengdu

MELCTU

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

12:00-01:20

1 stop16h 20m

Chengdu

Thu 29/10

14:35-14:05

1 stop20h 30m

$948

MelbourneChengdu

MEL Melbourne - CTU Chengdu

MELCTU

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

11:00-12:15

1 stop27h 15m

Chengdu

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 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, 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 to Chengdu during February average around $643.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chengdu from Melbourne 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 for as low as $520 on momondo.

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

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Chengdu

How far is Melbourne to Chengdu by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to Chengdu will travel around 8712.4 km. By plane, this route typically takes 15h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Chengdu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chengdu Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Chengdu

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
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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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Chengdu with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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