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Flights from Beijing to Melbourne

Nonstop flights from Beijing (PEK) to Melbourne (MEL) take about 11h 53m (9,112 km). Air China flies it. Lowest fare seen: $433 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Melbourne

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Qantas Boeing 737-800 aircraft taking off into the cloudy sky at Melbourne Airport. — arriving in Melbourne

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Beijing to Melbourne

Carriers on PEK–MEL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen

Beijing to Melbourne fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $433 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $231. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$83326 Oct 2026 · Air China$340 · 1 stop26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$4789 Nov 2026 · Air China$231 · 1 stop23 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$43317 Dec 2026 · Air China$232 · 1 stop16 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$7091 Jan 2027 · Air China$328 · 1 stop1 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$57315 Feb 2027 · Air China$302 · 2 stops16 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$6297 Mar 2027 · Air China$278 · 1 stop7 Mar 2027
May 2027—$340 · 1 stop1 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $231 for November 2026, $232 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Beijing to Melbourne, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Melbourne

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Beijing to Melbourne flights

How long is the flight from Beijing to Melbourne?
A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Melbourne (MEL) takes about 11h 53m, covering 9,112 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Beijing from Melbourne by air?
The great-circle distance between Beijing Capital International Airport and Melbourne Airport is 9,112 km (5,662 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Beijing to Melbourne?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PEK–MEL route include Air China. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Beijing to Melbourne cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PEK–MEL was $433 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 17 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Melbourne?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $231 one-way, against $340 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Beijing to Melbourne?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $281 with one stop against $433 nonstop, a saving of $152. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Melbourne?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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