Explore the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chongqing in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way fares start at AU$ 410, and return tickets start at AU$ 757.

Displayed flight fares from Melbourne to Chongqing are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Find Cheapest Airlines Flying from Melbourne to Chongqing

Choose from 10 carriers that fly from Melbourne to Chongqing, including Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, and Hong Kong Airlines. Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Hong Kong Airlines.
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China Southern Airlines logo China Southern Airlines
Hong Kong Airlines logo Hong Kong Airlines
Xiamen Airlines logo Xiamen Airlines
China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
Hainan Airlines logo Hainan Airlines
Virgin Australia logo Virgin Australia
Juneyao Airlines logo Juneyao Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines logo Shenzhen Airlines
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Melbourne to Chongqing according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Melbourne to Chongqing Flight Details

The distance between Melbourne and Chongqing is approximately 8,490.38km. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in December. The off-season for travel is October.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 410
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 757
Off-season for travelOctober
Peak season for travelDecember
Flight distance8,490.38km
Popular airlineCathay Pacific
Flight statistics for the Melbourne–Chongqing route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Melbourne to Chongqing

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Melbourne to Chongqing?

Average price of one-way flights from Melbourne to Chongqing purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne to Chongqing is February, with an average price of AU$ 445. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically December, with an average price of up to AU$ 815.

AU$ 815
AU$ 630
AU$ 445
AU$ 260
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 449
    Jul
  • AU$ 518
    Aug
  • AU$ 523
    Sep
  • AU$ 496
    Oct
  • AU$ 536
    Nov
  • AU$ 815
    Dec
  • AU$ 450
    Jan
  • AU$ 445
    Feb
  • AU$ 494
    Mar
  • AU$ 566
    Apr
  • AU$ 555
    May
  • AU$ 692
    Jun

What is the cheapest month for return flights from Melbourne to Chongqing?

Average price of round-trip flights from Melbourne to Chongqing purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Melbourne to Chongqing are found during March, with an average price of AU$ 657. Conversely, the highest prices are found during December, with an average price of up to AU$ 1,607.

AU$ 1,607
AU$ 1,132
AU$ 657
AU$ 182
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 874
    Jul
  • AU$ 862
    Aug
  • AU$ 969
    Sep
  • AU$ 687
    Oct
  • AU$ 836
    Nov
  • AU$ 1,607
    Dec
  • AU$ 923
    Jan
  • AU$ 796
    Feb
  • AU$ 657
    Mar
  • AU$ 841
    Apr
  • AU$ 973
    May
  • AU$ 1,070
    Jun

What's the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chongqing?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Melbourne to Chongqing on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chongqing is Tuesday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Thursday, as prices are usually highest then.

AU$ 635
AU$ 564
AU$ 492
AU$ 421
  • AU$ 522
    Mon
  • AU$ 492
    Tue
  • AU$ 604
    Wed
  • AU$ 635
    Thu
  • AU$ 529
    Fri
  • AU$ 514
    Sat
  • AU$ 567
    Sun

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Chongqing (CKG)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Hong Kong Airlines offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 410 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MEL to CKG on Sat, Aug 8), while Juneyao Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 757 departing on Wed, Sep 2 and returning on Tue, Sep 8.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Chongqing with the following airlines, including: Virgin Australia Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chongqing is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • To find best deals on flights from Melbourne to Chongqing, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Aug 8, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 410.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Hong Kong Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chongqing travel is around December.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Chongqing is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Chongqing on July 31, 2026 with China Southern Airlines, with prices starting at AU$ 829.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chongqing, with Melbourne Airport to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (MEL-CKG) is by far the most common option on this route: Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) Chongqing Xiannvshan Airport (CQW) Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport (JIQ) Liangping Airport (LIA) Chongqing Wushan Airport (WSK) Wanzhou Wuqiao Airport (WXN).
  • The time difference between Chongqing and Melbourne is 2h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Chongqing (CKG)

Chongqing is the largest city in the southwest of China. As of 2017, the population in this city crossed 30 million people. The city is also known to have intense fog cover for 1/3 of the year with over 100 days of fog recorded for each of the last three years. This earned the city the nickname “fog city”. The city has a unique historical and cultural significance to China and is home to culturally essential monuments like the Chongqing Grand Theater.

Tip: In Chongqing, the best way to experience the city is through a cab over its numerous picturesque bridges. Another part of the city that is unique in that it possesses aerial trams open as public transport avenues.

Landing in Chongqing (CKG)

All passengers taking flights from Melbourne to Chongqing will arrive at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) located in the Yubei district of the city. The airport acts as the hub for airlines like Sichuan Airlines, Shandong Airlines and China Southern Airlines. You will find several taxi companies, shuttle services, and city buses to take you to the city from Chongqing airport.

Passengers looking to fly from Melbourne Airport have a range of airlines to choose from. Although no airline offers direct flights to Chongqing, you can opt for a various number of budget and luxury airlines with one or more layovers between these cities. When booking a connecting flight, the options available to you are China Southern Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Tip: Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport allows transit passengers in the transit regions of the airport for up to 72 hours. If your layover is beyond this, you may need to book a hotel.

The City’s Sights

There are many reasons to visit Chongqing. One of the biggest reasons to visit this city is the rich culture and traditions on offer in the town, and you can go to once in a lifetime shows in the Chongqing Grand Theater or experience traditional Chinese street food from all over the country. If you are a history buff, then the Chiqikou Street in Shapingba offers you an insight to still standing, ancient mercantile practices. The city is also home to the famous and old Zhongshan Town.

A great way to explore the heart of the city is to use the trams. That’s right, Chongqing has quaint aerial trams that the public can access to tour the city at your own pace. The city is also famous for its architecture, monuments like the Martyrs’ Cemetery, Hongyadong Stilted Houses, The Baotaoping Wharf and People’s Liberation Monument are all examples of the unique styles of architecture found in the city.

Tip: This city offers numerous fun antique stores with beautiful handicrafts and antique souvenirs to help your retail therapy needs.

To find the best cheap flights from Melbourne or for the best deals on a Melbourne – Chongqing flight booking, look no further than Trip.com. Combine your Melbourne to Chongqing flight bookings with hotel stay for better deals. Remember, booking your flights earlier will ensure much better deals.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Melbourne toChongqing

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Melbourne to Chongqing?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Melbourne to Chongqing on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, Shenzhen Airlines offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Melbourne to Chongqing, with an average price of AU$ 450.

AU$ 319
AU$ 450
AU$ 582
AU$ 713
AU$ 844
Shenzhen Airlines
AU$ 450
Shenzhen Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines
AU$ 469
Beijing Capital Airlines
Hainan Airlines
AU$ 564
Hainan Airlines
Xiamen Airlines
AU$ 736
Xiamen Airlines
China Southern Airlines
AU$ 825
China Southern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
AU$ 844
China Eastern Airlines

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
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If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.