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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

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 foundP20,149
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time9 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week62

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Guangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Guangzhou is P20,149. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Guangzhou.
Sichuan Airlines, China Southern and Qantas fly direct from Melbourne to Guangzhou.
As of February 2026, there are 93 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Guangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Guangzhou is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Guangzhou Airport on Friday, 13 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 30 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.

Flying from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): What you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) taking off from here.

  • 9 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport flight.

  • Guangzhou is three hours behind Melbourne. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is located in Guangzhou, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), with 13 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from MEL to CAN is the 8:40am China Southern Airlines service. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 11:30pm with China Southern Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to CAN, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) depart from this terminal.

  • When taking off from MEL, you can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport with China Southern Airlines.

  • China Southern Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from MEL to CAN.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is China Southern Airlines.

  • We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Melbourne to CAN with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between MEL and CAN include:

    • Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

    • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a popular option between Avalon Airport and CAN.

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

  • Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to CAN flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.

  • Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing as expected.

About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is P11,086. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P20,149. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book six months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Melbourne to CAN.

  • November is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to CAN.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Guangzhou. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.

  • Before locking in your Melbourne to CAN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).

More about Guangzhou

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Guangzhou, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 121 kilometres south-east to Shenzhen to check off its top sights. From Huangshan Mountain to The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 153 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, Hong Kong is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.