Cheap Flights to China

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Cheapest Flights to China

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

AirAsia X
Tue, 8 Sept - Tue, 15 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
SZX
Shenzhen
AU$506 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$506
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Tue, 8 Sept from Melbourne to Shenzhen, returning Tue, 15 Sept, priced at AU$506 found 2 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Tue, 31 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
SHA
Shanghai
AU$526 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$526
Return
found 2 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Mon, 16 Feb from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Tue, 31 Mar, priced at AU$526 found 2 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Fri, 30 Jan - Sat, 7 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CAN
Guangzhou
AU$550 Return, found 16 hours ago
AU$550
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Fri, 30 Jan from Melbourne to Guangzhou, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at AU$550 found 16 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 11 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
PKX
Beijing
AU$550 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$550
Return
found 2 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Wed, 11 Feb from Melbourne to Beijing, returning Wed, 11 Mar, priced at AU$550 found 2 days ago
Hainan Airlines
Sun, 25 Jan - Mon, 23 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
AU$554 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$554
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Sun, 25 Jan from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Mon, 23 Mar, priced at AU$554 found 3 days ago
Hainan Airlines
Sun, 15 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
WUH
Wuhan
AU$560 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$560
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Sun, 15 Mar from Melbourne to Wuhan, returning Mon, 23 Mar, priced at AU$560 found 3 days ago
Hainan Airlines
Tue, 10 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
PEK
Beijing
AU$560 Return, just found
AU$560
Return
just found
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Tue, 10 Mar from Melbourne to Beijing, returning Mon, 23 Mar, priced at AU$560 just found
Hainan Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
XMN
Xiamen
AU$560 Return, found 16 hours ago
AU$560
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Fri, 20 Mar from Melbourne to Xiamen, returning Mon, 23 Mar, priced at AU$560 found 16 hours ago
Hainan Airlines
Sun, 8 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CKG
Chongqing
AU$560 Return, found 3 hours ago
AU$560
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Sun, 8 Mar from Melbourne to Chongqing, returning Mon, 23 Mar, priced at AU$560 found 3 hours ago
Beijing Capital Airlines
Sun, 1 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
WUH
Wuhan
AU$563 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$563
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Beijing Capital Airlines flight, departing Sun, 1 Feb from Melbourne to Wuhan, returning Tue, 24 Feb, priced at AU$563 found 4 days ago

China Flights

The rich history, deeply rooted spirituality, and vibrant tapestry of colour found in China draws in travellers from around the world. If you, too, feel summoned by the promise of sacred temples and the magnificent Great Wall of China, there is no better time to plan your holiday than now. Thanks to deals on airfare, you can make your way from Sydney to Beijing (SYD to PEK) without spending your entire dim sum allowance. One thing is sure—you won't regret spending time in one of the most historic and beautiful countries in the world. Cheap flights to China are just an added bonus!

Exploring China

China has distinct seasons. Thanks to its huge size, you won't find the same temperatures in every region throughout the year, but some basic truths apply to most of the country. Winters can be quite frigid, with temperatures below freezing in many places. On the other hand, summer temperatures might be considered very hot by travellers who are accustomed to more temperate climates. In fact, Wuhan, Tianjin, Chongqing, and Nanchang are known as the “four furnaces.” Autumn, specifically from September to October, may just be the sweet spot for visitors. The temperatures are ideal, you can still enjoy plenty of sun, and it's harvest season. That means you can walk the Great Wall, visit the Forbidden City, and shop open markets more comfortably.

Book Your Getaway to China Today

Expedia.com.au has great deals on holidays to China. Flights to the Beijing airport within your budget will leave plenty of cash for your favourite excursion. You can also score great fares on flights from Sydney to Shanghai (SYD to PVG), which will land you in a city of bright lights and waterfront attractions. Expedia.com.au never charges a booking fee, so why wait? Book your holiday to China right now!

China Flights Information

Airlines serving
AirAsia X, Beijing Capital Airlines, Scoot, Xiamen Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines
Roundtrip price
from AU$506

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to China that have flexible change policies?
When it comes to travelling these days, flexibility is important. That's why we have a "No change fee" filter to help you find flexible, low-priced flights to China. It's near the top left of your screen directly below the "Flexible change policies" heading.
Which airlines fly to China?
When you're ready to lock in your ticket to or near China, these popular airlines look forward to welcoming you on board:

  • United Airlines - 17 flights to or near China each month, including 17 flights to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) per month.
  • Delta Air Lines - 17 flights to or near China each month, including 17 flights to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) per month.
  • American Airlines - 13 flights to or near China each month, including 13 flights to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to China?
In the last seven days, AU$506 was the best price for a flight to China. If you'd love to save even more, book ahead of time and be flexible with your dates. Search for your trip to China, then compare prices for nearby days by clicking on the "flexible dates" link above.
How much is a flight to China?
The cost of a round-trip airfare to China in the last seven days ranged between AU$506 and AU$563. If you were flying one way from Melbourne (MEL), you could have nabbed a cheap seat from just AU$286.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in China?
Deciding on an airport comes down to factors including your airline, budget and where you plan to explore. These are your two options in China:

  • Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) - 60 flights per month.
  • Baiyun Intl. Airport (CAN) - 4 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to China?
If you'd prefer to spend your cash on having fun in China rather than on flying there, take off early in the week. The cheapest day to fly is generally Tuesday, with Monday coming in second. With many folks travelling over the weekend, Saturday typically has the most expensive airfares.
How much is a plane ticket to China?
In the last seven days, flights to China ranged between AU$506 and AU$563. Prices generally depend on the departure time, seating class, airline and when you make your booking.
What is the best time to go to China?
Shanghai, China's most well-known city, is a wonderful place to check out at anytime. Not into cooler weather? Then venture here from June 20 onward during the summer months, when temperatures range from 24ºC to 29ºC. August, September and October is when Shanghai is at its busiest.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to China?
February is the ideal month to land bargain flights to China. Bear in mind that the most expensive time to make a purchase in the U.S. Isn't during the height of summer, but in December.

Trending flights to China

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

AirAsia X
Tue, 8 Sept - Tue, 15 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
SZX
Shenzhen
AU$506 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$506
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Tue, 8 Sept from Melbourne to Shenzhen, returning Tue, 15 Sept, priced at AU$506 found 2 days ago
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