C$270 Cheap Flights from Beijing (BJSA) to Melbourne (MELA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$700. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Alternative Beijing to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Beijing to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Beijing to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$270
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time11 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Melbourne is C$627. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Melbourne.
Air China and Air New Zealand fly direct from Beijing to Melbourne.
As of April 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Beijing to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Melbourne is usually June.
If you're flying from Beijing, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from C$627.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Melbourne on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne is AirAsia X. And the cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is Air China.

Flying from Beijing to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Beijing to Melbourne. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the main airports in Beijing.

  • Touch down at Melbourne's major arrival point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • 11 hours 39 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Beijing to Melbourne. Operating on the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Beijing.

  • The busiest route for flights from Beijing to Melbourne is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Take your pick of 6 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off first thing, the earliest flight from PEK to MEL is the 00:55 Air China option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 01:05 with Air China.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Beijing to Melbourne. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You will need an e-visa for Australia if you hold a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Beijing to Melbourne, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.

Flying from Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Jet off from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) on a nonstop flight from Beijing to Melbourne. From PEK, you can travel directly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • When departing from PEK, you can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Melbourne with Air China.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Beijing to Melbourne. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Melbourne, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Break up your flight from Beijing to Melbourne with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Beijing Capital International Airport and Melbourne include:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to PKX from the centre of Beijing in around 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.

  • It's your vacation, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Melbourne:

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 28 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 42 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you're taking a late flight from Beijing to Melbourne. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Central Melbourne is about 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Beijing to Melbourne has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 51 minutes.

  • The trip will take about 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Melbourne

  • At the moment, C$270 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Melbourne. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$627. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from Beijing to Melbourne.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Melbourne. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Beijing to Melbourne is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Beijing to Melbourne. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to Melbourne. To escape the crowds, visit Melbourne in April.

  • When booking your flight from Beijing to Melbourne, consider the kind of weather you like best. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Melbourne around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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