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Flight deals from Beijing Capital to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,623. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.R 4,878 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,878, select.
Melbourne.R 5,141 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,141, select.
Melbourne.R 5,265 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,265, select.
Melbourne.R 5,266 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,266, select.
Melbourne.R 5,266 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,266, select.
Melbourne.R 5,274 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,274, select.
Melbourne.R 5,440 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,440, select.
Melbourne.R 5,730 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,730, select.
Melbourne.R 5,747 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,747, select.
Melbourne.R 6,554 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,554, select.
Melbourne.R 7,098 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,098, select.
Melbourne.R 8,317 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,317, select.
Melbourne.R 8,367 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,367, select.
Melbourne.R 8,455 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,455, select.
Melbourne.R 8,489 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,489, select.
Melbourne.R 8,489 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,489, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing Capital to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from R 5,440
Jun
from R 5,265
Jul
from R 6,554
Aug
from R 5,274
Sep
from R 4,878
Oct
from R 5,266
Nov
from R 5,266
Dec
from R 5,141
Jan
from R 5,730
Feb
from R 7,098
Mar
from R 5,747
Apr
from R 10,774

Direct flights from Beijing Capital to Melbourne

Alternative Beijing Capital to Melbourne routes

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

Melbourne Essendon

11km from central Melbourne
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Melbourne Tullamarine

19km from central Melbourne
Cheapest
from R 4,878
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Melbourne Avalon

50km from central Melbourne
from R 5,721
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Beijing to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,878
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Beijing Capital to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing Capital to Melbourne is R 9,437. 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.
11 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing Capital to Melbourne.
Air China and Air New Zealand fly direct from Beijing Capital to Melbourne.
As of May 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Beijing Capital to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Melbourne is usually August.
If you're flying from Beijing Capital Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from R 9,437.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Melbourne on Friday, 21 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 45 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Vietnam Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 45 minutes.

  • Melbourne is three hours ahead of Beijing, where Beijing Capital International Airport is located. Melbourne observes the UTC+11 timezone.

  • With five weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the busiest route. Board Air China's 01:00 flight to get your journey from PEK to MEL underway.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your PEK to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • You can book a direct Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne ticket. Start your trip at PEK and land at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • Take to the skies with Air China. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from PEK to Melbourne. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • To reach PEK from central Beijing, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near PEK:

  • 79.67% of flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Melbourne

  • R 4,878 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return ticket right now is R 9,437. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap flights from PEK to Melbourne, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from PEK to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find a cheap flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Book a hotel near MEL if you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from PEK to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • After your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • Relax and unpack not long after your PEK to Melbourne flight at Corio Bay Motel. This comfortable accommodation option is an easy drive from AVV.

  • Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can help you lock in a better rate.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne.

  • Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your PEK to Melbourne flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:

  • Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to your next stop with an Essendon Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • Rental providers sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so reserve your ride from MEB a few weeks in advance of your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne. A little planning can save you money.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Travel to Melbourne in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEK to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Melbourne

  • Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Melbourne, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should feature on any good Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • Melbourne has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.

Plan the rest of your trip from Beijing to Melbourne

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