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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $411. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.$300 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Beijing Capital Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $300, select.
Chengdu.$321 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $321, select.
Chengdu.$330 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.
Chengdu.$330 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.
Chengdu.$333 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Beijing Capital Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.
Chengdu.$358 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $358, select.
Chengdu.$363 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $363, select.
Chengdu.$365 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $365, select.
Chengdu.$369 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $369, select.
Chengdu.$384 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
Chengdu.$437 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $437, select.
Chengdu.$461 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.
Chengdu.$462 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $462, select.
Chengdu.$462 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $462, select.
Chengdu.$463 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.
Chengdu.$463 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from $300
Apr
from $333
May
from $330
Jun
from $363
Jul
from $330
Aug
from $358
Sep
from $365
Oct
from $321
Nov
from $384
Dec
from $622
Jan
from $369
Feb
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Direct flights from Melbourne to Chengdu

Alternative Melbourne to Chengdu routes

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

Chengdu Shuangliu International

14km from central Chengdu
Closest
from $330
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Chengdu Tianfu International

55km from central Chengdu
Cheapest
from $300
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Melbourne to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$300
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time10 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week10

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Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Chengdu is $411. 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.
10 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Chengdu.
Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Melbourne to Chengdu.
As of March 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Chengdu is usually April.
If you're flying from Melbourne, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Shuangliu International – which is 14.3 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from $411.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Chengdu on Friday, 17 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 44 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 Chengdu 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 Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chengdu, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu is China Southern. And the cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is Sichuan Airlines.

Travelling from Melbourne to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Chengdu taking off from here.

  • When it comes to planning your arrival in Chengdu, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the chief entry points.

  • Around 10 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Melbourne to Chengdu flight.

  • Chengdu is three hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The busiest route for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). There are five weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEL to TFU is the 20:20 Sichuan Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:30 with Sichuan Airlines.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your Melbourne to Chengdu flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chengdu

  • Right now, $300 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Chengdu. The cheapest price for a return flight is $411. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap Melbourne to Chengdu flights, reserve your journey three months before your departure.

  • The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Chengdu is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to Chengdu by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Melbourne to Chengdu flights.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Set out from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) on a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Chengdu. From MEL, you can fly straight to Tianfu International Airport (TFU).

  • Secure your Melbourne to Chengdu plane tickets with Sichuan Airlines. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from MEL.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Melbourne to Chengdu flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

  • Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • The centre of Chengdu is around 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). As soon as your flight from Melbourne to Chengdu has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.

  • After your flight from Melbourne to Chengdu, unwind at a hotel near CTU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Chengdu. To skip the crowds, head to Chengdu in January.

  • Before locking in your Melbourne to Chengdu tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Chengdu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.

  • Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.

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