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Cheapest return flight
$868
Typical prices: $665-$916
China Southern
Fri 16/11Wed 5/12
MEL - CTU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$499
Typical prices: $446-$728
Shenzhen Airlines
Tue 9/1
MEL - CTU • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Chengdu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 26% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Hangzhou (HGH)
Cheapest • Avg $729 (return)
Shenzhen (SZX)
Shortest trip • 14h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chengdu (MEL-CTU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Chengdu

Mon, 16 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 23:00MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
14h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
22:30 - 21:30CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
20h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$868China Southern
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 11:55MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
27h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
08:30 - 21:30CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
34h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$913China Southern
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
China Southern Logo
23:25 - 16:00MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
19h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
15:30 - 21:30CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
27h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$914China Southern
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 00:55MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
15h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
14:35 - 14:05CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
20h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$923China Eastern
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 12:35MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
27h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
14:35 - 10:00CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
16h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$924China Eastern
Tue, 20 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
13:00 - 20:00MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
34h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
21:00 - 11:30CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$936Hong Kong Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 12:35MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
27h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
14:35 - 10:00CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
16h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$936China Eastern
Sun, 25 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:30 - 13:25MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
24h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:40 - 12:30CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
18h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,110Cathay Pacific
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 10:35MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
15h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
19:30 - 13:00CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
14h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
$1,128Shenzhen Airlines
Tue, 8 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 10:35MEL  Melbourne-CTU Chengdu
15h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
10:55 - 13:00CTU  Chengdu-MEL Melbourne
23h 05m1 stop Shenzhen
$1,532Shenzhen Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Chengdu flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu typically range from $665 to $916. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $868 on China Southern.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu at $575 return.
•December ($1,391) and September ($1,388) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 142% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% 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 Chengdu flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$499
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 170% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu

When to book flights from Melbourne to Chengdu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Chengdu 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 Chengdu flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu takes 00m, covering 13,986 km.

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

    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 Chengdu flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu range from $665 to $916, with an average of $776 over the past 12 months. Anything below $665 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $776 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu 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 $868 to $5,696. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $787, which is 40% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Chengdu (CTU).

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

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

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 87% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Hangzhou (HGH) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chengdu. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $672 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $811, a difference of $139.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Shenzhen (SZX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 58m, compared to 16h 22m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 16h 36m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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

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

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Chengdu 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $672, about $139 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Chengdu trip for May. Fares historically average $575 return in that month – typically $817 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chengdu Airport.

    • Ruijia Large Hotel Chengdu Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Airport Zone By IHG
    • Baigang International Hotel

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