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

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      China Southern
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      Sichuan Airlines

      Compare Melbourne to Guangzhou flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Guangzhou

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      Flight deals from Melbourne to Guangzhou

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Guangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $647. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Guangzhou

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

      Direct flights from Melbourne to Guangzhou

      China Southern
      Qantas
      Sichuan Airlines

      Melbourne to Guangzhou: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Melbourne 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$590
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time9 hrs, 45 mins
      Most popular airlineChina Southern
      Average flights per week21

      Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Guangzhou is $590. 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 to Guangzhou.
      China Southern, Qantas and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Guangzhou.
      As of August 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Guangzhou.
      The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Guangzhou is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Guangzhou Airport on Tuesday, 24 November 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.

      Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Guangzhou?

      How easy is it to depart from Melbourne?

      The city of Melbourne is served by 3 airports, but Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is the sole facility operating international flights.

      • Terminal 2 – flights to Guangzhou will depart from here.

      T2 has a host of amenities, such as ATMs, currency exchange, free WiFi, restaurants and bars, information desks, public telephones, duty-free shops, and charging outlets. All terminals are within walking distance.

      Recommended arrival time for checking in for an international flight is 2-3 hours.

      What do I need before I depart from Melbourne?

      • All international travel requires passengers to carry a valid passport.

      What information do I need to know before arriving in Guangzhou?

      Guangzhou International Airport is the third busiest airport in China, with 1 comprehensive terminal building.

      • Main Terminal – flights from Australia will arrive in the International Arrivals Hall.

      Airport facilities include a medical room, banks and ATMs, free WiFi, restaurants, shops, free WiFi, and information desks.

      What is the weather like in Guangzhou?

      • Summers are typically around 28°C, and winters average 13°C in general.

      Is there a time difference between Melbourne and Guangzhou?

      • Guangzhou is 2 hours behind Melbourne during Standard Time (ST), and 3 hours behind Melbourne during Daylight Savings Time (DST).

      Is Guangzhou cheaper than Melbourne?

      Yes, Guangzhou is 40-60% cheaper than Melbourne, and is a very reasonably priced city across all costs. If you also want to save money getting there, then read Skyscanner’s guide on the best airlines to fly to China with.

        Melbourne Guangzhou
      Average cost of a meal for 2 people $80 100CNY ($19)
      Average cost of a coffee $4 26CNY ($5)
      Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD $60 120-150CNY ($23-29)

      Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of September 2017


      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.