Flying from Melbourne to Beijing: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Beijing leaving from here.
Arrive in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
11 hours 51 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Melbourne to Beijing. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 3 hours behind Melbourne.
The most popular route for flights from Melbourne to Beijing is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can choose from 6 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off first thing, the earliest flight from MEL to PEK is the 20:00 Air China option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:00 with Air China.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Melbourne to Beijing. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
To visit China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you have a passport from Australia. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Melbourne to Beijing.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) on a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Beijing. From MEL, you can fly straight to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
You can travel on a direct flight from Melbourne to Beijing with Air China. This popular carrier operates services from MEL.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Melbourne to Beijing that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 42 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Beijing, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is about 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel near PEK if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Beijing. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is located around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). After your flight from Melbourne to Beijing has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
After your flight from Melbourne to Beijing, kick back at a hotel near PKX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Beijing
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Beijing is C$328. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$492. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from Melbourne to Beijing.
The cheapest month for tickets from Melbourne to Beijing is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to Beijing every day.
Take advantage of filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Beijing. July is the most popular month to travel to Beijing. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to Beijing in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Beijing right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Beijing:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Beijing.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Melbourne to Beijing to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Beijing, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
