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Chengdu.$557 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $557, select.
Chengdu.$565 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $565, select.
Chengdu.$567 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Aug, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.
Chengdu.$581 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.
Chengdu.$591 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $591, select.
Chengdu.$597 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $597, select.
Chengdu.$601 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $601, select.
Chengdu.$603 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $603, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,002
Jul
from $744
Aug
from $567
Sep
from $565
Oct
from $591
Nov
from $597
Dec
from $856
Jan
from $922
Feb
from $772
Mar
from $759
Apr
from $862
May
from $797
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International

Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$557
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time10 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week22

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International is $557. 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.
10 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International.
Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International.
As of June 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport on Monday, 21 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 54 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 Chengdu Tianfu International 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 Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport (TFU): What you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) departing from here.

  • Around 10 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Tianfu International Airport is located in Chengdu.

  • The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Take your pick of 5 direct services each week. Sichuan Airlines operates a 8:20pm departure between MEL and TFU.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Melbourne to TFU.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • You can find a direct flight from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • You'll find a direct flight from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport with Sichuan Airlines. This popular carrier operates services from MEL.

  • The preferred airline for passengers flying between MEL and TFU is Sichuan Airlines.

  • Sichuan Airlines sets the standard for punctuality. A dependable 87.72% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.

  • We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Melbourne to TFU that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEL and TFU include:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Kick back before your Melbourne to TFU flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.

  • Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.

About Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • At the moment, $316 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $557. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Melbourne to TFU.

  • The best month for landing cheap Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Stay on top of deals for flight tickets from Melbourne to TFU by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport (TFU), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Chengdu based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to TFU flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Tianfu International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Nanchong is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chengdu. Around 161 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in China, head for Zigong, roughly 105 kilometres south of Chengdu. Zigong Dinosaur Museum, Chinese Lantern Museum and 恐龙世界 are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Chengdu

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