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Sichuan Airlines: MEL/SYD to Shanghai $437/$473 Return, Beijing $439/$473, Shenzhen $439/$473, Guangzhou $439/ $473 @ BTF

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Sichuan Airlines: MEL/SYD to Shanghai $437/$473 Return, Beijing $439/$473, Shenzhen $439/$473, Guangzhou $439/ $473 @ BTF
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Last edited 28/12/2024 - 10:34

Some pretty phenomenal and consistent(!) pricings to mainland Chinese cities on Sichuan Airlines.
I've shown some cities, but they also fly for similar prices to most other major cities in China.

Also consider checking the Hainan Airlines deals and Air China ones too.

Melbourne to Shanghai (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $437 return
Melbourne to Beijing (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $439 return
Melbourne to Shenzhen (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $439 return
Melbourne to Guangzhou (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $439 return
Sydney to Shanghai (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $473 return
Sydney to Beijing (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $473 return
Sydney to Shenzhen (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $473 return
Sydney to Guangzhou (28 Jan - 31 Mar) from $473 return

Example dates - others exist, this is just a quick scan.

Melbourne - Shanghai on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$534 28 Jan to 24 Feb
$439 28 Jan to 4 Mar
$437 28 Jan to 25 Mar
$534 29 Jan to 21 Feb
$493 13 Feb to 8 Mar
$493 14 Feb to 3 Mar
$493 18 Feb to 7 Mar
$493 19 Feb to 8 Mar
$493 23 Feb to 12 Mar
$493 5 Mar to 28 Mar
$493 15 Mar to 26 Mar
$493 20 Mar to 31 Mar

Melbourne - Beijing on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$534 28 Jan to 20 Feb
$534 28 Jan to 24 Feb
$439 28 Jan to 4 Mar
$534 29 Jan to 21 Feb
$439 29 Jan to 5 Mar

Melbourne - Shenzhen on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$439 28 Jan to 4 Mar

Melbourne - Guangzhou on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$534 28 Jan to 24 Feb
$439 28 Jan to 4 Mar

Sydney - Shanghai on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$473 28 Jan to 24 Feb

Sydney - Beijing on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$473 28 Jan to 24 Feb

Sydney - Shenzhen on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$473 28 Jan to 24 Feb

Sydney - Guangzhou on Sichuan return

Dates: 28 Jan 25 - 31 Mar 25

Return Price Travel Dates
$473 28 Jan to 24 Feb

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  • BrokeQueenslander on 28/12/2024 - 10:20

    Which city do you go to to meet suppliers/manufacturers?

    • abs898 on 28/12/2024 - 10:26
      +3

      Guangzhou

      • FlatulentFrank on 28/12/2024 - 14:24

        & Taiwan but let's not call that the same as china as much as Whinnie the poo wants it to be

        • CptnObvious on 28/12/2024 - 22:11

          True that brother. Taiwan has a great AV industry now that rivals Japan, but without pixelation. I was there to meet some 'suppliers' there a few months back.

    • jowu15 on 28/12/2024 - 10:44

      Guangzhou is not too far from sichuan. I think this airline would fight to guanzhou as well

      • Hangryuman on 28/12/2024 - 17:32
        +7

        what if I don't want to fight

    • CptnObvious on 28/12/2024 - 22:12
      -1

      Xinjiang for the cotton.

  • shockrave on 28/12/2024 - 10:36

    Just wondering do business class on Sichuan Airlines or other chinese airlines go on large sales like this as well (e.g. if business is 3-4x economy price, then 1.5-2k kind of prices)

    Thanks

    • BruceJack on 28/12/2024 - 13:49

      Typically $2k one way for business class

      • markis10 on 28/12/2024 - 14:19
        +2

        China Eastern do $2500-2600 in Biz return to a lot of cities

        • shockrave on 28/12/2024 - 16:50

          Thanks for that. Any idea how I can set alerts for those?

  • yuisakas on 28/12/2024 - 10:43

    I dont understand why Mel always cheaper than Syd

    • Maxxjet on 28/12/2024 - 11:02
      +17

      It is the greedy Sydney airport charging higher fees…hopefully the new western syd airport will change this..

      • whyisave on 28/12/2024 - 16:26

        hopefully the new western syd airport will change this..

        If there is no train line to get there "cheaply", you will spending money in fuel (and possibly tolls), unless you live around there :-)

        • Chazwazza on 29/12/2024 - 23:39
          +1

          There will be a metro which will be government owned, not private, so will not have an airport surcharge experienced at other airports. Would probably take around an hour on public transport from the CBD

          • whyisave on 30/12/2024 - 00:50

            @Chazwazza:

            There will be a metro

            Yes, from St. Marys.
            However, this will take time to connect to the Tallawong section, as I haven't seen any announcement about that.

  • Krayzii on 28/12/2024 - 10:50

    I plan to visit China in 2025, for anyone that knows better where is the city to visit first for a first timer? Beijing or Shanghai? Anyone been there at the end of March?

    • abs898 on 28/12/2024 - 10:52
      +1

      We went Beijing because of the great wall, our next would be Shanghai.

    • karra on 28/12/2024 - 10:59
      +14

      I think it depends on what you're looking for. Beijing is rich in history and culture, with iconic landmarks like the Great Wall, and the Summer Palace. It's a great choice if you want to dive into China's ancient history.

      Shanghai, on the other hand, is a modern and vibrant city known for its skyline, nightlife, and blend of Western and Eastern cultures. It's perfect if you're looking for a cosmopolitan experience.

      • TightAl on 28/12/2024 - 11:06
        +4

        Both Beijing and Shanghai give you good options to see other things, i.e day trips to Suzhou/Hangzhou or to Xi'an for the Terracotta warriors <- I really enjoyed this.
        Xi'An has a bit to do too.

        • Innately Incognito on 28/12/2024 - 13:40
          +3

          Xi'an is underrated as a city imo. Unsure about now, but it used to have plenty to do whilst being much cheaper as a tourist than Beijing/Shanghai.

      • Krayzii on 28/12/2024 - 21:53
        +2

        Thanks for the input! Definitely something to look into more. I think both sounds like my type tbh :D

      • loconomo on 30/12/2024 - 21:36

        Chongqing and Chengdu are underrated cities.

    • whyisave on 28/12/2024 - 16:38
      +1

      How long do you want to go for ?

      March-April is the spring time, so try to visit some nature at that time, to see flowers bloom.

      Naturally, you can enjoy Beijing - Xian - Shanghai , and focus on these 3 big "attractions", but you can also visit the "middle" of the Middle Kingdom,
      ie. Xian - Chongqing - Chengdu (to see Panda Bears)

      Then, there's the south-west region of Yunnan province, which would have nice spring-time weather at that time.

      • Krayzii on 28/12/2024 - 21:54

        About 2 weeks or so, thanks for the input! Will look into Xian as well.

        • whyisave on 28/12/2024 - 22:25
          +1

          Two weeks means you'll be on the move every day,
          so as an example:
          Beijing - 5 or 6 days
          ○ Tianamen Square, Forbidden City
          ○ Summer Palace
          ○ Great Wall
          + a couple of places I don't remember right now
          Xian - 2 or 3 days
          Shanghai - 3 or 4 days
          + add 3 days as your 'travel days', and that's pretty much 2 weeks.

          You can also spend 2 weeks in Yunnan province area,
          eg. Kunming, Dali, Shangrila, etc.

          There can also be 2 weeks from "south-east to middle of China",
          eg. travel from Guangzhou - Shenzhen (for shopping) - Guilin - Chongqing, Chengdu

          One advice, ie. if you do go to Beijing, book ahead for the Tianamen Square permit.
          I don't know how it works, but I was there earlier this year, and I couldn't go because I didn't have a pre-booked time-slot to enter.
          (I have been before, but this are the rules for last 4 years? 5 years? )

          • wisdomtooth on 29/12/2024 - 06:04
            +2

            @whyisave: Have you tried asking. ChatGPT?

            Day 1-3: Beijing

            1. Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
              Explore China’s imperial history. Use an audio guide or kid-friendly map to keep your child engaged.
            2. Temple of Heaven
              Enjoy the park where locals practice tai chi and fly kites—great for kids to participate.
            3. Great Wall (Mutianyu section)
              Opt for this less crowded section with a fun cable car ride and toboggan down.
            4. Beijing Zoo or Summer Palace
              Visit the panda exhibit or enjoy a boat ride in the Summer Palace.

            Day 4-6: Xi’an

            1. Terracotta Army
              Fascinating for kids and adults alike. Consider a private guide to explain the history in an engaging way.
            2. Ancient City Wall
              Rent bikes and cycle along the massive city walls—safe and exciting for kids.
            3. Muslim Quarter
              Taste local snacks and explore the lively bazaar.

            Day 7-9: Chengdu

            1. Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
              A must-visit for panda lovers. Time your visit during feeding hours.
            2. Sichuan Cuisine Museum
              Participate in a family-friendly cooking class (spice levels can be adjusted).
            3. People’s Park
              Watch locals playing mahjong, sip tea, and let your child enjoy the playground.

            Day 10-12: Guilin & Yangshuo

            1. Li River Cruise
              Take a relaxing cruise and enjoy the stunning karst landscape.
            2. Yangshuo Countryside
              Rent bikes or take a family-friendly bamboo raft ride.
            3. Reed Flute Cave
              Kids will love the colorful lights and unique rock formations.

            Day 13-14: Shanghai

            1. The Bund & Huangpu River Cruise
              Enjoy the iconic skyline, especially at night.
            2. Yu Garden
              A beautiful traditional garden with pavilions and ponds—fun for kids to explore.
            3. Shanghai Disneyland
              Perfect for winding down the trip with a magical experience.
            • wisdomtooth on 31/12/2024 - 15:43
              +1

              @wisdomtooth: Or Copilot…

              2-Week China Train Itinerary (HKG Arrival, Northward Journey)

              Day 1-2: Arrival in Hong Kong & Travel to Guangzhou

              • Fly into Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
              • Explore Hong Kong for a day: Victoria Peak, Star Ferry, Tsim Sha Tsui.
              • Take the High Speed Rail from Hong Kong West Kowloon Station to Guangzhou South Station (approx. 45-50 minutes). This is a fantastic introduction to China's high-speed rail.

              Day 3-4: Guangzhou - Trade & Southern China Hub

              • Explore Guangzhou: Canton Tower, Shamian Island, Chen Clan Academy, Guangdong Provincial Museum.
              • Experience the local Cantonese cuisine.

              Day 5: Chongqing - Mountain City & Yangtze River

              • Take a high-speed train from Guangzhou to Chongqing (approx. 5-6 hours).
              • Explore Chongqing: Ciqikou Ancient Town, the Three Gorges Museum, enjoy the city's unique mountainous landscape.

              Day 6-7: Chengdu - Pandas & Sichuan Culture

              • Take a high-speed train from Chongqing to Chengdu (approx. 1-2 hours).
              • Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
              • Explore Jinli Ancient Street and sample Sichuan cuisine (known for its spiciness).

              Day 8-9: Xi'an - Terracotta Army & Ancient Capital

              • Take a high-speed train from Chengdu to Xi'an (approx. 3-4 hours).
              • Visit the Terracotta Army.
              • Explore the Xi'an City Wall and the Muslim Quarter.

              Day 10-11: Beijing - Imperial History & Modern Metropolis

              • Take a high-speed train from Xi'an to Beijing (approx. 4-6 hours).
              • Explore Beijing: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Great Wall (a day trip).

              Day 12: Shanghai - Modernity & Financial Center

              • Take a high-speed train from Beijing to Shanghai (approx. 4-5 hours).
              • Explore Shanghai: The Bund, Pudong skyline, walk along Nanjing Road.

              Day 13: Hangzhou - West Lake & E-commerce Hub

              • Take a high-speed train from Shanghai to Hangzhou (approx. 1 hour).
              • Explore the West Lake.
              • Visit the Alibaba headquarters (if possible).

              Day 14: Departure from Shanghai

              • Fly out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

              Advantages of this Route:

              • Logical flow: Starting in Hong Kong and traveling north makes geographical sense.
              • High-speed rail experience: You'll extensively use China's high-speed rail network.
              • Diverse experiences: You'll experience a variety of cultures, cuisines, and landscapes.
              • Major cities: You'll visit some of China's most important cities.
                Important Considerations:
              • Train ticket booking: Book train tickets in advance, especially during peak travel seasons. Websites like Trip.com and China Highlights are helpful for this.
              • Visa requirements: Ensure you have the necessary visas for both Hong Kong and mainland China.
              • Luggage: Traveling by train with large luggage can be challenging. Pack light if possible.
              • Pacing: This is a fast-paced itinerary. You might consider adding extra days in certain cities if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
                This itinerary offers a fantastic overview of China, combining historical sites with modern infrastructure and technological advancements. It's a great way to experience the country by train!
    • belongsinforums on 29/12/2024 - 10:12

      Perfect for Beijing. Will still be cold then but great wall is no 1 in terms of sights to see. Old summer palace is my second favourite. High speed rail is excellent if you want to go elsewhere. Pm me if you need more info

  • Lets Make Sandwiches on 28/12/2024 - 11:04
    +7

    These flights aren't direct just FYI for anyone getting excited.

    • jowu15 on 28/12/2024 - 12:11
      -2

      I prefer these non-direct flights because airlines provide overnight accommodation free of charge n you get chance to see an extra city.

      • NoApostrophePlurals on 28/12/2024 - 12:30

        But these flights don't, do they?

        • freeb1e4me on 28/12/2024 - 12:47
          +4

          No they don’t. Airlines do not provide overnight accommodation for no good reason

        • jowu15 on 28/12/2024 - 15:11
          +1

          I’m not sure about sichuan airlines but I flow Hainan n Xiamen airlines n both of them provided overnight accommodation n Xiamen airlines even had an all you can eat breakfast, all for free. There were no delays or cancellation, it was all normal part of flights.

          • freeb1e4me on 29/12/2024 - 00:08
            +1

            @jowu15: Because that’s part of the deal. Not free but included in the deal

    • drprox on 28/12/2024 - 12:55

      Thanks saved me a click

    • Garcat on 28/12/2024 - 15:16
      +3

      That's even better since this airline uses Chengdu and Chongqing as its hub, both are great cities in south west of China with lots of things to see, like giant panda, Yangtze river and traditional buildings, plus iconic Sichuan style cuisine.
      So plan well, try to make the best of the flight transfer, stay 3 days before heading to Beijing or Shanghai, or on the way back.

      • dammit on 28/12/2024 - 15:45
        +1

        Can you specify a flight that is 2-3 days apart for the layover/transfer? I search but only see its suggestions like 16 hr or 21hr total flight time.

        • zan5hin on 24/01/2025 - 17:56
          +1

          Try panflights.com it has unique multicity search capabilities, it's my little secret

  • Yaren24 on 28/12/2024 - 11:24
    -1

    No Brisbane again?

    • ajole on 28/12/2024 - 18:15

      Do sichuan airlines fly to Brisbane?

  • wots on 28/12/2024 - 11:33
    +11

    I flew Sichuan Airlines to Chengdu (their hub) and back. Plane fine, decent legroom (economy). Crew don't speak English, but you get there in the end. IFE was terrible lol. Bring your ipad. Food was great, Sichuan style and they walk around with a big jar of chili paste so you can get an extra spoon of chili goodness! The first snack on the way back was weird - porridge without seasoning. My Chinese-Australian neighbour told me that's how it's supposed to be.

    our flight on the way back was delayed 8 hours due to aircraft issues. This is where you run into issues because they're a smaller airline. We had to wait for their Europe flights to come in and use one of those planes. We were kept informed, water and snacks were distributed and we received 400 RMB cash each as compensation for the delay, before we boarded. How about that, Qantas!

    Chengdu airport is new and easy to navigate. I'd fly them again.

    I can recommend Sichuan as a stop(over). Chengdu is very nice. Alternatively, Chongqing's skyscrapers are 300km (1 hour by train) away. Fascinating part of China!

    • danhendo888 on 28/12/2024 - 12:44

      Did you get free transit accommodation?

      • wots on 28/12/2024 - 15:23

        Didn't transit

      • rensman on 26/01/2025 - 22:42

        i did, for a long layover, i had to ask at the info kiosk, and they were happy to oblige (two days ago)

    • inertia8 on 28/12/2024 - 12:47
      +2

      I can echo this, flew with this airline to Chengdu and then onto Lhasa for a two week Tibet tour.

      We too had delays, albeit due to weather.

      Personally did not find language to be much of a barrier but did accidentally touch a passenger with my bag and he got overly upset.. like stupendously upset for such a minor contact.

    • kobeduck on 28/12/2024 - 12:54
      -5

      You lost me at delayed 8 hours

      • TightAl on 28/12/2024 - 14:59
        +8

        This definitely doesn't happen with any other airline

    • Hangryuman on 28/12/2024 - 17:37

      I was wondering if Sichuan Airlines might be a bit chilli … you 'splained that

      I like Sichuan pepper - mouth-numbing tingling

    • FatTofu on 29/12/2024 - 01:19

      Were you waiting overnight at the airport for 8 hours?

  • Tomcruise on 28/12/2024 - 11:34

    Shame its not One-Way.

    • DealHunted on 28/12/2024 - 11:43
      +4

      You don't expect to complete the mission to be able to board the return flight? :)

      • mopo on 28/12/2024 - 13:25

        Seems like it's mission impossible

    • z28 on 28/12/2024 - 11:45
      +1

      You don't have to come back.

    • ozjimjam on 28/12/2024 - 11:59

      mission impossible

  • Lucyshane on 28/12/2024 - 11:43
    +1

    Is it 15days visa free or 30 days now?

    • larry0426 on 28/12/2024 - 11:45
      +5

      30 days now

  • Daabido on 28/12/2024 - 12:09

    #THESKYDONTLIE

  • ASTROBOY18 on 28/12/2024 - 12:46
    +10

    I have recently flown to Tianfu (Chengdu) direct on the 11hour flight from Melbourne.
    All up I paid about 800 for economy return during a school holiday period, so found that to be decent value.
    The flight itself was around midnight, however it was delayed about 2 hours which caused some issues.
    We ended up departing at around 2:30am which was not ideal.
    Upon reaching the other side, we were very surprised to find out that Sichuan Airlines airlines had decided to refund more than half the value of the flight for the 2 hour delay and any inconvenience caused! (I wish QANTAS and Virgin would do this too, although it would probably send them bankrupt haha)

    In terms of the flight itself:
    Service: 10/10 *I was very surprised at the extremely high level of service and care offered by the staff both in the aircraft and at the airport!
    Food: 8/10
    Comfort: 6/10 (older planes)
    IFE: 6/10 older systems- I'd recommend to bring your own IPAD

    Overall, I would fly this service again and would be able to recommend the flight as the high service left a lasting memory!
    I can only imagine how well this airline will do once they are able to get new planes and better time slots!

    Hope that helps!

    • rensman on 26/01/2025 - 22:44

      we were on an A350 Chengdu to Mel FYI

  • 123cheese on 28/12/2024 - 13:20
    +8

    If anyone is interested, Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province, is home to pandas. Kids love them for a great family trip.

  • Stickout on 28/12/2024 - 13:22

    Does anyone know if Suchuan offers free accomodation if the layover is quite long? If so do I have to buy the airfare from the official airline website? Thx!

    • AdamJ9 on 28/12/2024 - 14:31
      +1

      They do. But it is for next day transit flight and t&c from my memory is more than 8 hours. And you need to book thru their app or certain links. The hotel offers two beds in a room for two people. If couple, you don’t worry they will randomly assign stranger to be your roommate lol

      • rensman on 26/01/2025 - 22:46

        they have a brand new hotel about 15 mins shuttle ride from the new airport they assign to you. You don't have to book, I just asked at the info desk near the check in counters after landing (from Dubai on the way to Melbourne). They happily obliged with a free room , even offered us two (i was travelling with my adult son)! No charge - 4.5 star international hotel with good restaurants, and affordable.

  • Hsinking431 on 28/12/2024 - 22:38
    +1

    Be aware this is a small airline company and they may cancel or reschedule your bookings days before your departure (learned this fact in the hard way).

    • freeb1e4me on 29/12/2024 - 00:12

      Any form of compensation?

      • Hsinking431 on 29/12/2024 - 09:06
        +1

        Nothing in my case, in my opinion the cheapest and most reliable company would be China Southern Airlines.

  • jrvb42 on 29/12/2024 - 08:13

    Literally ONE DAY after searching all the boxing day sales for flights to Zhong Guo - and booking and paying - this deal arrives. Not happy, Jan.

  • love2buy on 29/12/2024 - 11:24

    Wow, those prices. Just when I'm dead broke.

  • Dez1992 on 04/01/2025 - 06:18

    Are these booking websites legit?
    They all link to third party websites like mytrip.com or onetwotrip. They are poorly reviewed less than 2 stars, seem dodgy. If you book via official website, it's much more expensive

  • wisdomtooth on 04/01/2025 - 10:42

    Why when searching for the cheapest flights to Chengdu on Skyscanner or Google Flights, Sichuan Airlines is the one airline that doesn't show up? Is this bc they have the Sichuan market cornered, and don't need to discount flights there? Can I buy the flight to Guangzhou or Shanghai, and just walk out of the airport in Chengdu? (Presumably that's where we go through immigration?)

    I don't very much care where I land in China; just want the cheapest+fastest flight. I don't want to take another internal flight from there; I'll rail around from then on.

  • icejester on 23/01/2025 - 23:59

    Transfer in Chengdu TFU airport??

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