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

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

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

123 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to China as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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.

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.

Which airlines fly to China?

China Southern, China Eastern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Melbourne according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 44% 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.

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 to China on average per day?

17 flights are operational daily from Melbourne to China as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00, with 54% of flights per day 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.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to China are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to China is 20 as of January 2026.

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

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 China.

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

The required travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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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 during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $843.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne to China is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,169. The most expensive day to fly to China is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,207.

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

Flying to China from Melbourne at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $877 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,203.

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $886 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 for as low as $733 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.

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The fastest flight from Melbourne to China takes 9h 15m

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Prices for flights from Melbourne to China are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to China?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to China is 20 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to China?
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 China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The required travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $236	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 44 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Air China	PriceFrom $363	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $375	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 62 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $387	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 314 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $427	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $446	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 190 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $453	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $469	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 133 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $477	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom $492	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 23 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights

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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 during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $843.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne to China is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,169. The most expensive day to fly to China is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,207.

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

Flying to China from Melbourne at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $877 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,203.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to China flight route?

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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.

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

AirAsia X, China Eastern, and Hainan Airlines 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 to China on average per day?

17 flights are operational daily from Melbourne to China as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00, with 54% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

123 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne to China as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of flights per week 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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