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Cheapest return flight
$757
Typical prices: $657-$1,260
China Eastern
Wed 28/2Sun 18/3
MEL - SZX • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,175
Typical prices: $1,091-$1,546
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 28/2Sat 17/3
MEL - SZX • Direct
Direct flights
5 days a week
You can fly direct with Shenzhen Airlines. Average duration is 9h 50m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Shenzhen Airlines
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 24% price drop
September
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Hangzhou (HGH)
Cheapest • Avg $605 (return)
Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK)
Shortest trip • 14h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shenzhen (MEL-SZX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Shenzhen

Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 01:15MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
16h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
15:55 - 11:00SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
40h 05m2 stops Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl
$757China Eastern
Sun, 28 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 01:15MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
16h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
15:55 - 11:00SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
40h 05m2 stops Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl
$757China Eastern
Tue, 2 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 20:45MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
17h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 21:20SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m2 stops Wuhan Singapore Changi
$811Multiple Airlines
Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 20:45MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
17h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 21:20SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m2 stops Wuhan Singapore Changi
$811Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:40 - 10:10MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
15h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
11:25 - 15:00SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
24h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$851Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:40 - 10:10MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
15h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:40 - 15:00SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
15h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$852Sichuan Airlines
Sun, 17 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:45 - 00:15MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
30h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
23:00 - 15:30SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
13h 30m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$926Hainan Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:45 - 17:20MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
23h 35m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
13:30 - 15:30SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
23h 00m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$926Hainan Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Air China Logo
22:15 - 05:05MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
9h 50mdirect
Air China Logo
19:00 - 16:05SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
18h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,149Air China
Fri, 13 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Air China Logo
20:40 - 13:30MEL  Melbourne-SZX Shenzhen
19h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
00:20 - 13:00SZX  Shenzhen-MEL Melbourne
9h 40mdirect
$1,182Air China
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flights

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How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen typically range from $657 to $1,260. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $757 on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen. It's 36% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen at $661 return.
•December ($1,568) and June ($1,418) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 137% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$321
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen

When to book flights from Melbourne to Shenzhen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Shenzhen based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen:

    • Earliest: departs at 22:15 and lands at 08:05
    • Latest: departs at 22:15 and lands at 08:05.

    The flight takes about 9h 50m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen takes 9h 50m, covering 11,980 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen range from $657 to $1,260, with an average of $873 over the past 12 months. Anything below $657 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the $873 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $605 return via Hangzhou (HGH), compared with $1,324 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Shenzhen Airlines is the only airline operating Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flights. 95% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Eastern and Air China. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $757 to $4,857. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $718, which is 47% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Shenzhen (SZX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 10m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen most commonly connect through:

    • Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Hangzhou (HGH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $564 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,115, a difference of $551.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Only Shenzhen Airlines operates flights between Melbourne Airport and Shenzhen.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen?

    Flying via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 19m, compared to 14h 32m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 15h 56m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Shenzhen?

    Shenzhen is 3 hours behind Melbourne Airport (China Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shenzhen?

    Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Centre (SWECC) is one of the most viewed places in Shenzhen on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Shenzhen Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air China: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $564, about $551 less than Friday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Shenzhen trip for October. Fares historically average $661 return in that month – typically $908 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Hangzhou Airport (HGH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $605 return on this route – about $719 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shenzhen Airport.

    • Hyatt Place Shenzhen Airport

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Friday

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