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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop$416
Guangzhou
Guangzhou1 stop$347
Beijing
Beijing1 stop$416
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop$703
Fuzhou
Fuzhou1 stop$520
Chengdu
Chengdu1 stop$564
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop$511
Qingdao
Qingdao1 stop$518
Nanjing
Nanjing1 stop$463
Hangzhou
Hangzhou1 stop$540
Xiamen
Xiamen1 stop$518
Shenyang
Shenyang1 stop$586
Chongqing
Chongqing1 stop$640
Wuhan
Wuhan1 stop$555
Changsha
Changsha1 stop$555
Harbin
Harbin1 stop$619
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop$413
Tianjin
Tianjin1 stop$432
Kunming
Kunming1 stop$912
Dalian
Dalian1 stop$681

Cheap Flight Deals to China

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals to China

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly to China.
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07:00 - 00:20MEL-PVG
19h 20m1 stop
06:00 - 05:30PVG-MEL
21h 30m1 stop
$416AirAsia X
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Fri, 9 May - Sat, 24 May
07:00 - 01:05MEL-PKX
20h 05m1 stop
02:15 - 04:00PKX-MEL
23h 45m1 stop
$416AirAsia X
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Sun, 8 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
10:20 - 23:10MEL-PKX
14h 50m1 stop
19:30 - 19:20PKX-MEL
21h 50m1 stop
$438China Southern
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Fri, 2 May - Sat, 17 May
08:45 - 22:45SYD-PKX
16h 00m1 stop
16:30 - 19:40PKX-SYD
25h 10m1 stop
$459China Southern
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Thu, 1 May - Mon, 26 May
19:45 - 22:55MEL-SHA
29h 10m1 stop
08:30 - 14:05SHA-MEL
27h 35m1 stop
$500Hainan Airlines
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Fri, 2 May - Thu, 15 May
19:45 - 15:20MEL-PVG
21h 35m1 stop
20:15 - 14:05PVG-MEL
15h 50m1 stop
$511Hainan Airlines
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Fri, 2 May - Thu, 15 May
13:00 - 09:45SYD-CAN
23h 45m1 stop
06:50 - 07:40CAN-SYD
22h 50m2 stops
$522China Eastern
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Sun, 30 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr
13:00 - 16:40SYD-CAN
30h 40m1 stop
12:40 - 08:30CAN-SYD
41h 50m3 stops
$525China Eastern
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Sun, 30 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr
11:10 - 22:25SYD-PEK
14h 15m1 stop
13:40 - 08:40PEK-SYD
17h 00m1 stop
$870Cathay Pacific
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Wed, 2 Apr - Tue, 8 Apr
15:05 - 12:05SYD-SHA
24h 00m1 stop
16:50 - 10:50SHA-SYD
16h 00m1 stop
$892Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 1 Apr - Tue, 8 Apr

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to China

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to China?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest ticket to China from Australia found in the last 72 hours was to Qingdao, at $269 return. The most popular route is Adelaide (ADL) to Guangzhou (CAN) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $355.

How much is a flight to China?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to China from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.
A flight to China costs $828 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $229 for the route Adelaide (ADL) to Guangzhou (CAN). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Melbourne to Guangzhou which costs $1,027 on average, and Sydney to Guangzhou, which costs $1,006 on average.
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What is the cheapest day to fly to China?

The average price of all flights from Australia to China clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to China is Tuesday when return tickets can be as cheap as $1,144. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, when return prices are $1,234 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Australia to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Australia to China is May, when tickets cost $752 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,866 and $1,563 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Australia to China depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $525 on average. Morning departures are around 64% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $899.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below-average price on the flight from Australia to China, you should book around 9 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in China?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in China is Zhengzhou Airport (CGO), with an average flight price of $285.

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Low season

February

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$230
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (57% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Beijing Daxing Intl

FAQs - booking China flights

  • Are there any direct flights to China?

    You can find several direct flights to China from many of Australia’s major ports. For example, Qantas offers direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to Shanghai, and China South offers direct flights to Guangzhou. Hainan Airlines flies from Sydney and Melbourne to Beijing. Those flying from Melbourne can also find direct flights to Shenzhen by China Southern, Qingdao by Hainan Airlines, or Chongqing by TianJin Airlines.

  • Do I need a visa to visit China?

    Those visiting China with an Australian passport will need to apply for a visa before their trip to China. It is recommended that you apply for your visa at least one month in advance. You will require the application form, a passport photo, proof of round-trip tickets, evidence of your travel itinerary, an invitation letter from the person you are visiting or from the China travel agency you are travelling with, and further documents may be requested. Keep in mind that visas to Tibet are separate.

  • Where should I stay if I am visiting the Great Wall of China?

    The best place to stay if you are visiting China to see the Great Wall is Beijing. The most well-preserved parts of the Great Wall are in suburban Beijing, about an hour’s drive from the city centre. These include the Badaling and Mutianyu, the recently renovated Juyonguan, and the wild and overgrown Jiankou. The even more scenic Simatai and Jinshanling sections are still only 2h from the city.

  • Where do I go to see the Terracotta Army?

    The Terracotta Army is in the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum in Lintong, about 45min from Xi’an in central China. The most efficient way to get there is to fly to the Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XIY), located about 30min from downtown Xi’an or 1h from the Mausoleum Site Museum. You can catch a bus from the airport to Lintong, and transfer at the bus station for the bus to the Terracotta Warriors.

  • Which airport in China serves Hong Kong?

    If you are visiting Hong Kong, consider flying into Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), the region's main airport. The city, however, holds different customs and immigration regulations. Therefore, when flying to Hong Kong, immigration and customs are handled by Hong Kong immigration officers. Ensure you fly into an airport offering currency exchange, as Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong dollar, which differs from the Chinese yuan.

  • Which airport in China is close to the Great Wall of China?

    Beijing Airport is close to the Great Wall of China. If you want to visit the popular sections of the Great Wall of China, including Mutianyu and Jinshanling, consider flying into Beijing Capital, as it is closest. However, when visiting the lesser-known regions of the Great Wall, like Panjiakou, consider flying into Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN). You can take a train from here to the Great Wall.

  • Which airport in China is an airline hub?

    Beijing Capital is China’s main hub for Air China, Hainan Airlines and China Eastern Airlines and a focus city for Shenzhen, Sichuan and Shandong Airlines. Once you land, you can get connecting flights to many other destinations, including Changchun, Changsha and Anqing.

  • Which airport in China has eco-friendly practices?

    If you want to fly into an airport with eco-friendly practices, consider Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), using LED lighting and promoting waste reduction and recycling. It also uses rail and metro systems for transport. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) uses solar panels for renewable energy generation. You can also fly into Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), using energy-efficient systems, eco-friendly transit options and recycling waste.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Australia to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Australia to China.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Australia to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Australia to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Australia to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Australia to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Australia to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Australia to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to China

  • Looking for cheap airfare to China? 25% of our users found return tickets to China for the following prices or less: From Sydney $1,410, from Melbourne $1,513, from Brisbane $2,678
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest China flight deals.
  • China’s biggest international hubs are Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). Most international flights enter the country at one of these airports where you can connect to the rest of China.
  • Having two busy airports which offer a large number of international and domestic flights, Beijing is the most convenient starting point for sightseeing and further travels around China. If you’re going to China’s capital, you can fly to one of the two airports: the older Capital International Airport (PEK), or the newest Daxing International Airport (PKX).
  • If you’re flying into Shanghai, keep in mind that there are two airports you can fly into. Shanghai Pudong Airport is considered the main airport, located 45min from downtown Shanghai along the coast. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is closer, about 25min away.
  • China is big, and flying is the most efficient and often the most economical way to see most of the country. Flying into major centres will allow you to easily connect to domestic flights. These centres are largely found along the seacoast with the most central being Shanghai.
  • Those visiting the UNESCO Panda Sanctuaries in Jiajin, Siguniang, and Wolong Mountains can start their journey in Chengdu. The Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is about 1h drive from the mountains where the sanctuaries are, and many tours also start in Chengdu.
  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), located in China’s capital Beijing, is one of the busiest airports globally. When you fly here, you can access various surrounding cities, including Changping and Shunyi.
  • If you fly to Beijing, you can land at Beijing Capital or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Consider Daxing Airport, which has high-speed express trains offering fast and reliable transit to Beijing.
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Top 5 airlines flying to China

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Australia to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1279 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.0Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.7Food
Airline reviews

Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

10.0 ExcellentPierre, Mar 2025PDX - SFO
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Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

Crew and service was excellent, but passengers should be offered a welcome drink before take off which did not happen. Food was very good. Unfortunately the lie-flat bed in business class was one of the most uncomfortable I have experienced. The configuration forces you to sleep with your legs at an angle instead of in a straight line, plus there is very little padding on the bed so it wasn't possible to sleep for more than 2-3 hours on an 18 hour flight. For what the airlines charges for a business class ticket their hard product leaves a lot to be desired.

Food could have been better. Too many passengers getting up and down all the time.

Delayed 1hour due to storm still didn't get window seat for third flight despite paying £240 extra to book them

Flight from SFO did not include entertainment as it was not working the entire duration of the flight. Was informed that there would be a $350 voucher for the inconvenience. Uncertain how the voucher will be provided.

It was an average flight. I would have expected more from this airline. Food, seats, service, etc was just average. I just give them some extra points for offering free WiFi on board with just a Krisflyer account.

Check in was easy through self-check-in kiosks just like domestic flights. Staff onboard were fantastic. Some "book the cook" good options weren't great, others really good. Entertainment options a bit limited to what I've experienced on Qantas. Overall a good flight though, especially for the price.

The food options and quality could use some more excitement and variety.

Really enjoyed the flight. Our flight attendant on the way back SIN-LAX was exceptional I didn’t get her name but she was so kind and went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. I had a bit of a panic attack and she checked on me a few times to make sure I was ok. Really appreciated her attention and service. Thank u

Everything was good except food , food choices was very less. Washrooms were closed.overall good experience.

Hainan Airlines was amongst the best. It's sad to see her becoming just mediocre. I recommended her as outstanding. I won't recommend her again.

Such amazing service! Wonderful flight attendants who actually care about the passengers and go out of their way to make our journey easier!!

They asked how much cash i have . I said no cash they said bring cash from atm . Why they even care about my cash.

Flight was scheduled to depart at 1210 hrs. It was delayed 1 hour 20 minutes (maybe for air traffic control reasons). The seats were worn out and very uncomfortable. Lunch was typical for airline. Flight free were friendly.

Worst experience I have ever had with any airline in over 25 years.

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

Highly impressive. On time. Smooth and fast boarding and disembarkment. Really great service

Overall, it was ok. However, the food was very sub-par.

It was okay overall but the food was very, very bad.

Baggage delayed for 2 days and still chasing for reimbursement of basis items. Very horrible customer care service.

Horrible. No good food. Baggage missed to onboard and came after a day. No support to compensate the delay. Customer care cannot see the status of the complaint. No reply of the email.

Food was hood for airline food with good poftion and variety in meals. Frequency of beverage service was very low and amount of soda with meals was inadequate.

Excellent service provided the flight crew. Food and drinks were very good.

I was really impressed with the experience it was my first trip overseas. Nice staff

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

It was great. The staff were so nice and helpful the food was great and they always made sure I was okay. As a foreigner I was worried about the language barrier but it was absolutely no issues. I highly recommend

Crew: Everybody was polite. People just need to get efficient and less reworking things. Entertainment: Could have move movies and games. The “music” section is a joke, only ONE available. Food: The food provided on the flights boarding in china needs a serious reworking. Too much oil, bad for your stomach, tastes too artificial and the eggs were a giant mass of green dough.

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

The temperature of the plane cabin is too hot. Sweat and uncomfortable. Also my food tray was broken down drinks fall off

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

I was surprised and appreciate that they actually served a hot meal on such a short, early morning flight. The check in and boarding was hassle free and most of all my Alliance Status / Code Share was recognized and the revelant courtesy was extended; other than some needed attention to detail concerning the cleanliness of the cabin, and some unnecessary aggressive wording their safety briefing, it was an overall pleasant flight, and I would certainly fly with them again.

Flight was delayed for more than 3 hours, food was mediocre, seat didn’t recline

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