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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Hangzhou Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $856. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hangzhou

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

Direct flights from Melbourne to Hangzhou

Melbourne to Hangzhou: Alternative routes

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

Melbourne to Hangzhou: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$728
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time10 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineCapital Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Hangzhou: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Hangzhou is $728. 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 55 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Hangzhou.
Capital Airlines flies direct from Melbourne to Hangzhou.
As of April 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Hangzhou.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Hangzhou is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Hangzhou Airport on Sunday, 26 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 55 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 Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH): What you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) jetting off from here.

  • Jump on a direct Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 10 hours 25 minutes.

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

  • The busiest route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH). You can choose from 3 direct services every week. Beijing Capital Airlines operates a 7am departure between MEL and HGH.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to HGH.

  • Flying during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Nonstop flights from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) can be booked from here.

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport with Beijing Capital Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from MEL.

  • The most frequently booked airline between MEL and HGH is Beijing Capital Airlines.

  • Beijing Capital Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 96.0% of services arriving as scheduled.

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from Melbourne to HGH with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEL and HGH include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) is a popular option between Avalon Airport and HGH.

  • You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to HGH flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.

  • Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as expected.

About Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)

Getting from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) to central Hangzhou

  • Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Hangzhou. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)

  • Right now, $398 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $728. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to HGH. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to HGH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)

  • May is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH). Visit Hangzhou in October if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Before locking in your Melbourne to HGH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Hangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 11ºC.

More about Hangzhou

Explore more of China

  • Hangzhou is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. About 145 kilometres northeast of Hangzhou, a trip to Shanghai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.

  • Around 257 kilometres northwest of Hangzhou, Nanjing is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

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