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Full-service flights from London to Melbourne, AUSTRALIA from £504 with Shenzhen Airlines!

Published on: 4 August 2026

Airline

Shenzhen Airlines

Baggage

2 × 23 kg check-in baggage included

Travel period

August – September – October

Full-service London to Melbourne from £504: a rare Australia fare with Shenzhen Airlines and 2 × 23 kg check-in baggage included. Availability is limited, so this one will not sit around — coffee culture, laneway bars, coastal day trips, and that easy Melbourne rhythm at a price that is hard to ignore.

Routing is one stop in Shenzhen (SZX). The layover lands during the day, which is more civilised than a midnight airport wait, but it is very long — up to about 9 hours. Bring a book, stretch your legs, and treat it as part of the journey: for this kind of Australia pricing, it is still a genuinely interesting offer if you can live with the longer stop.

Travel window runs August through October. Confirm London departure airport, exact SZX connection length both ways, baggage rules, and Australia entry requirements for your passport before you pay.

Book this deal

Fly from London Heathrow to Melbourne from approximately £504 return with Shenzhen Airlines. The flights include one connection in Shenzhen in each direction and were found through TravelUp via Skyscanner UK . The unusually generous baggage allowance includes an under-seat item, one cabin bag and two checked bags of up to 23 kg each . The main compromise is the very long journey, including connections of 6h45 outbound and 8h50 on the return.

£504–£507 return

London Heathrow departure

2 × 23 kg checked bags

One stop in Shenzhen

28h55 outbound

No direct airline option found

Booking information

The lowest prices were found with TravelUp. A direct Shenzhen Airlines booking was not available for comparison.

Lowest booking option

TravelUp via Skyscanner UK

£504–£507

✓ Shenzhen Airlines-operated flights

✓ One itinerary shown through Shenzhen

✓ Cabin baggage and two checked bags

✓ Several September combinations

Booking compromise

No direct airline booking found

Changes and disruption support would be handled through TravelUp.

Verify that all four sectors are issued on one through-ticket.

Check change, cancellation and missed-connection conditions.

Confirm the final payment total before entering passenger details.

Included baggage

The baggage allowance is one of the strongest features of this fare.

Cabin baggage

✓ One small handbag, laptop bag or backpack

✓ One cabin bag

✓ Maximum displayed dimensions: 55 × 40 × 23 cm

Checked baggage

2 × 23 kg included

An unusually generous allowance for an economy fare near £504.

Aircraft shown

All four sectors use widebody aircraft in the reference itinerary.

Outbound

London → Shenzhen: Airbus A330

Shenzhen → Melbourne: Airbus A330

Return

Melbourne → Shenzhen: Airbus A330

Shenzhen → London: Airbus A350

Flight schedule

The same schedule applies to all six date combinations listed below. The example shown is 4–15 September 2026.

Outbound · London to Melbourne

London 22:05 → Melbourne 12:00 +2

Total journey: 28h55

London Heathrow 22:05 → Shenzhen 17:10 +1

Shenzhen layover: 6h45

Shenzhen 23:55 → Melbourne 12:00 +1

Arrival at Melbourne Terminal 2

Return · Melbourne to London

Melbourne 21:20 → London 20:00 +1

Total journey: 31h40

Melbourne 21:20 → Shenzhen 05:05 +1

Shenzhen layover: 8h50

Shenzhen 13:55 → London Heathrow 20:00

Arrival at London Heathrow Terminal 2

Important: very long Shenzhen connections

The price is excellent, but this is not a fast itinerary. The outbound journey includes a 6h45 wait in Shenzhen , while the return includes an 8h50 wait after arriving at approximately 05:05. The complete return journey lasts 31h40. This is likely to feel tiring even though all sectors use widebody aircraft.

Before booking: verify Shenzhen transit requirements for your nationality, whether you remain airside, whether baggage is checked through to the final destination and whether all flights are issued under one ticket number. Also confirm what facilities are available during the long connections.

Dino’s booking recommendation: this fare is best suited to travellers who prioritise the lowest possible price and a very generous baggage allowance over journey time. Before paying through TravelUp, take screenshots of the itinerary, baggage allowance and fare rules. Confirm that the final total remains between £504 and £507 and that no optional extras have been added.

Available dates found

All six combinations use the same flight schedule and Shenzhen connection times.

28/08 – 13/09/2026 16-night trip · One stop in Shenzhen Book here → 30/08 – 13/09/2026 14-night trip · One stop in Shenzhen Book here → 30/08 – 15/09/2026 16-night trip · One stop in Shenzhen Book here → 04/09 – 15/09/2026 11-night trip · Reference itinerary shown Book this example → 06/09 – 15/09/2026 9-night trip · One stop in Shenzhen Book here → 20/09 – 13/10/2026 23-night trip · One stop in Shenzhen Book here →

Prices of approximately £504–£507 were found through TravelUp via Skyscanner UK. The reference itinerary was checked for 4–15 September 2026. All listed combinations use the same schedule, including a 6h45 outbound connection and an 8h50 return connection in Shenzhen. Prices, baggage allowances, ticketing conditions and availability can change.

Dino Score

7.9/10

An exceptionally cheap London-to-Melbourne fare with two checked bags, widebody aircraft and only one stop in each direction. The value is excellent, but the 28h55 outbound journey, 31h40 return journey, very long Shenzhen connections and third-party-only booking substantially reduce the overall score.

Price

9.8/10

Around £504 return from Heathrow to Melbourne is an outstanding price.

Routing

8.0/10

Only one stop each way, but the Shenzhen waits are excessive.

Schedule

6.6/10

Useful flight times, but total journeys are close to 29 and 32 hours.

Connections

5.7/10

Waiting 6h45 outbound and 8h50 on return is the main weakness.

Airline and Booking

6.7/10

TravelUp is the only confirmed option; no direct airline fare was found.

Aircraft

8.4/10

Airbus A330 and A350 widebody aircraft are used throughout.

Baggage

9.9/10

An under-seat item, cabin bag and two 23 kg checked bags are included.

Journey Comfort

6.8/10

Widebody aircraft help, but the itinerary remains extremely long.

Arrival Times

8.6/10

Noon arrival in Melbourne and 20:00 arrival in London are practical.

Fare Transparency

8.5/10

The displayed baggage allowance and price are clearly presented.

Destination Appeal

9.4/10

Melbourne is a strong base for Victoria and wider Australian travel.

Availability

7.8/10

Six confirmed combinations were found from late August to October.

Dino’s verdict: this is a highly publishable fare for travellers willing to trade convenience for price. Paying approximately £504 return from London Heathrow to Melbourne , with a cabin bag and two 23 kg checked bags , is exceptional. However, the very long Shenzhen connections are a genuine compromise, not a small inconvenience. The return journey lasts 31h40 and includes almost nine hours at Shenzhen Airport. This is therefore an excellent deal for price-sensitive travellers with flexible time, but not the best choice for anyone prioritising the fastest or least tiring journey.

Dino’s Melbourne hotel pick

Affordable four-star accommodation in central Melbourne

Melbourne offers particularly good accommodation value during September. Well-rated four-star hotels and aparthotels can start from approximately £70 per night, making the city considerably more affordable than during busier travel periods.

Fabulous
Location 9.5

8.8

Modern studio at Veriu Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne

Lobby and communal area at Veriu Queen Victoria Market

Indoor swimming pool at Veriu Queen Victoria Market

Our central Melbourne pick

Veriu Queen Victoria Market

91 Therry Street · Melbourne CBD · Beside Queen Victoria Market

Veriu Queen Victoria Market is a modern four-star aparthotel in one of Melbourne’s most convenient central locations. It sits beside the famous Queen Victoria Market and provides easy access to the CBD, Melbourne Central Station, shops, cafés and tram connections.

The studio-style rooms are particularly useful for travellers who want more independence than a conventional hotel room. The Veriu Suite shown measures approximately 26 m² and includes a private kitchen, dishwasher, coffee machine, refrigerator, private bathroom, air conditioning, television and free Wi-Fi.

Guests also have access to an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, bar, laundry facilities and 24-hour reception. These facilities make it a practical choice for both short city breaks and longer Melbourne stays.

The property has a strong guest score of 8.8/10 based on approximately 2,399 reviews. Its location is one of its biggest strengths, with an excellent displayed location score of 9.5/10.

8.8/10 Guest rating shown

9.5/10 Excellent location score

Private kitchen Useful for longer stays

Indoor pool Plus fitness facilities

Example rate checked

£224

Three nights for two adults
Approximately £75 per night

✓ Veriu studio suite
✓ Approximately 26 m²
✓ Private kitchen
✓ Private bathroom
✓ Coffee machine
✓ Dishwasher
✓ Air conditioning
✓ Free Wi-Fi
✓ Indoor swimming pool
✓ Fitness centre
✓ Central Melbourne location

The £224 example was displayed for 6–9 September 2026 for two adults. It included free cancellation before 3 September but was shown as a Booking.com partner offer requiring advance payment. Partner-offer reservations may have more restrictive modification conditions.

Why this is a strong Melbourne hotel choice

Excellent value

Four-star comfort from around £75 per night

The £224 three-night price is particularly attractive for a highly rated central Melbourne property with a private kitchen, pool and fitness facilities.

Central location

Beside Queen Victoria Market

The hotel is within Melbourne’s central area, placing cafés, shops, public transport and many city attractions within convenient reach.

Aparthotel benefits

Kitchen facilities and more space

Having a private kitchen, refrigerator, coffee machine and dishwasher provides extra flexibility and can help reduce dining costs during a longer stay.

Check whether you are booking a partner offer

The lowest £224 rate was facilitated by a Booking.com partner company. The displayed conditions stated that modifications were not permitted and that the reservation could not be combined with other offers.

Regular Booking.com rates were also visible from approximately £260 for three nights. More expensive options offered different payment and cancellation conditions. Compare the complete terms before selecting the cheapest rate.

Dino tip: Melbourne’s September hotel prices can be excellent, so it is worth prioritising location rather than automatically choosing the cheapest property outside the centre. A central aparthotel near Queen Victoria Market can reduce transport time while the kitchen facilities help control daily food costs.

Search Melbourne hotels with Booking.com

Compare Veriu Queen Victoria Market with well-rated hotels and apartments in the Melbourne CBD, Queen Victoria Market, Southbank, Docklands and Carlton. During September, good four-star options may be available from approximately £70 per night.

The £224 example was visible for a three-night stay from 6 to 9 September 2026 for two adults. Prices, room types, partner-offer conditions, payment requirements, cancellation terms and availability can change. Always verify the final total and booking conditions before confirming.

Complete Your Trip

Flights and accommodation are the big pieces — now make the journey smoother. Below are three useful extras for this trip: activities, mobile data and airport transfers.

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GetYourGuide

Find tours, day trips, food experiences and activities to make this trip more memorable. A useful place to compare things to do before you travel.

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Saily

Land with mobile data ready and avoid searching for SIM cards or relying on airport Wi-Fi. A simple option for staying connected while travelling.

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Kiwitaxi

A useful option for airport transfers, especially when arriving late, travelling with luggage or landing somewhere unfamiliar for the first time.

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