Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Guangzhou (CAN)

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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $655. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou

Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Guangzhou.

Melbourne to Guangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$637
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou is $637. 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.
9 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou.
China Southern, Qantas and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou.
As of July 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Guangzhou is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 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 Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, AirAsia X and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Guangzhou.

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport is 9 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Guangzhou is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne.

  • Every week, there are 14 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, pick the 08:40 China Southern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:30 with China Southern Airlines.

  • Your MEL to CAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak time like December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • China Southern is your gateway to discovering Guangzhou (and maybe even some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport offered by this airline.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with China Southern on this route.

  • China Southern is the most punctual carrier offering MEL to CAN flights, with 75.0% of its services landing on time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MEL and CAN include:

    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport

    • Sydney Airport

    • Hanoi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • Right now, $340 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $637. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from MEL to CAN, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEL to CAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • 63% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:

Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou

  • CAN is located at Airport W Ave.

  • From Guangzhou Airport, Guangzhou is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Guangzhou in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Guangzhou Airport for July if you want to go to Guangzhou during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEL to CAN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

  • Guangzhou has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. Around 105 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a trip to Shenzhen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.

  • Around 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou, Dongguan is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park.

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