Chengdu (Jianyang) to Melbourne (TFU–MEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TFU–MEL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,373 miles in approximately 10h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 5 | 359 | 10h20 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 5 | 359 | 10h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
TFU: CST · MEL: AEDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), it's 9:00 PM in Melbourne.
Chinese passport holders need a visa to enter Australia. The most common option is the Visitor visa (subclass 600), which costs AUD 190 and allows stays up to 3, 6, or 12 months. Apply online through immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. Processing takes 20 to 30 days for the tourist stream, but can be longer during busy periods.
Required documents include proof of funds, travel itinerary, employment letter, and bank statements. If you have family in Australia, an invitation letter helps. Australia also offers a 10-year frequent traveler visa (subclass 600) for Chinese nationals at AUD 1,085, with each stay capped at 3 months. All applicants may need to provide biometrics at the Australian Visa Application Centre in their city. Health examinations are required for stays over 3 months.
Metro Line 18 is the fastest and cheapest way out. The express service skips intermediate stops and reaches TFU from Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10). The all-stop service takes 50 minutes for the same fare. From Tianfu Square, expect a transfer and a total of about CNY 30. Trains run from 6:00 to 23:00.
Airport buses cover five routes including Chunxi Road (Line 1), Jinsha Bus Hub (Line 2), and Chengdu East Railway Station (Line 4). Day fare is a flat CNY 15; night service (23:30 to 6:00) costs CNY 25. Lines 1, 2, and 3 run 24 hours. Taxis from Tianfu Square cost CNY 180-260 during the day and take 45-60 minutes via the expressway. DiDi ride-hail runs CNY 90-130 from pickup lanes on the east side of the arrivals hall.
SkyBus runs to Southern Cross Station in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24), operating 24/7. Tickets can be bought on the bus, app, or counter in arrivals. Suburban stops are available on selected services.Taxis from the rank cost AUD $55–75 to the CBD (30–40 min, more in traffic). Uber: AUD $35–55. Rental car desks are in the terminal; the off-airport option (cheaper) requires a shuttle. No suburban train exists yet; the airport is not on Melbourne's rail network. Myki transit cards do not cover MEL.
Melbourne's weather is famously variable. "Four seasons in one day" is a local cliché with real operational meaning. The city sits on Port Phillip Bay in a temperate zone. Summer (December–February) averages 25–30°C but can spike above 40°C during northerly heat events. These extreme heat days occasionally cause ground crew restrictions.
Winter (June–August) is cool at 7–14°C with rain and low cloud. Fog-related delays are occasional but not severe. Thunderstorms are most common October through March. Pack layers year-round. The weather changes rapidly. Disruption risk is low by global standards.
TFU–MEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFU to MEL
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines and China Southern Airlines. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TFU to MEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFU to MEL ranges from 10 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,373 miles (8,647 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via TPE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.