Travelling from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the two main airports in Chengdu.
The average length of a direct Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight is 10 hours 30 minutes.
Melbourne is three hours ahead of Chengdu. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne, which is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Take your pick of 5 direct flights every week between Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). This is the most popular route, with Sichuan Airlines offering a 1:30am departure from TFU to MEL.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Chengdu to MEL.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) operate out of this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport with Sichuan Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from TFU.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between TFU and MEL is Sichuan Airlines.
Sichuan Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.85% of its services arriving as planned.
To get to TFU from central Chengdu, it takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to drive the 72 kilometres or so.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Tianfu International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
86.59% of flights departing from Tianfu International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from TFU.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Break up your flight from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and MEL are:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
The drive from central Chengdu to CTU generally takes 30 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 21 kilometres.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport the day before your Chengdu to MEL flight:
The majority of flights that depart Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport reach their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 89.89%.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Have a late flight from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near MEL and turn out the lights sooner:
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To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is R 3,434. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,822. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chengdu to MEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Melbourne based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Chengdu to MEL plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chengdu to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Flinders Street Railway Station, Australian Grand Prix and Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit are top sights which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Bendigo is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Melbourne. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
If you want to check out another major stop in Australia, consider Ballarat, roughly 88 kilometres west of Melbourne. St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park are among its highlights.
