Travelling from Beijing to Melbourne: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Beijing. Check out your options departing from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) when organising your flight from Beijing to Melbourne.
Touch down at Melbourne's major arrival point, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Around 11 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Beijing to Melbourne flight.
Melbourne's timezone is UTC+11, making Melbourne three hours ahead of Beijing.
With four weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Beijing to Melbourne with Air China at 01:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from PEK to MEL is with Air China at 01:05.
To ensure you board your Beijing to Melbourne flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Melbourne
To find cheap Beijing to Melbourne flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Beijing to Melbourne.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
You can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Melbourne leaving from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK). Start your trip at PEK and end it at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Keep an eye out for deals with Air China. This airline offers direct Beijing to Melbourne plane tickets out of PEK.
We make it a cinch to book a Beijing to Melbourne flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Beijing Capital Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Xiamen Airport (XMN)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Beijing to Melbourne? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Beijing Capital Airport:
Beijing Capital Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PEK arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Beijing to Melbourne flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Beijing Daxing Airport and Melbourne:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Xiamen Airport (XMN)
PKX is about 40 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Melbourne:
Flights from Beijing Daxing Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 87% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Beijing to Melbourne. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and venture far and wide through Melbourne and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your Beijing to Melbourne flight.
Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is approximately 48 kilometres from Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from Beijing to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi lines. Pick up a Melbourne Avalon Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car rental.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Beijing to Melbourne and head directly to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 20 minutes to reach driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 55 minutes.
Whether you want a zippy compact for a solo getaway or an SUV to transport your group, you'll find the perfect Melbourne Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Explore wheels available from providers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Beijing to Melbourne is always smart. As well as better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.
Best time to go to Melbourne
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Melbourne. December is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
Lock in a Beijing to Melbourne ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 11ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Melbourne in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 12ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Beijing to Melbourne, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Melbourne's Gardens, Melbourne Park and Arts Centre Melbourne are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Journey around 467 kilometres northeast to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Australia, head for Geelong, roughly 64 kilometres southwest of Melbourne. Wathaurong Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Eastern Beach Promenade and Eastern Beach are among its highlights.
