How long is the CA3881 flight?

The timetable allows 9 h 40 min. Shenzhen to Melbourne is 7,450 km (4,629 mi).

Which terminal does CA3881 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal T3 at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and arrives at Terminal 2 at Melbourne Airport (MEL). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does CA3881 have?

Also listed as CCA3881 (Air China's ICAO code) and CA 3881.

CA3881 Flight Status Air China: Shenzhen to Melbourne (CCA3881)

Air China CA 3881

Delayed, Arriving in 2h55'

SZX Shenzhen

Scheduled: 00:20
Actual: 01:29

Terminal: T3 | Gate: 303

Departure: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time UTC+8

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

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MEL Melbourne

Scheduled: 13:00
Estimated: 13:28
Delay: 28'

Terminal: 2 | Gate: 16

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time UTC+11

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

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Departed 6h 04m ago · lands in 2h 55m 68%

SZX 01:29 MEL 13:28

5,031 km (3,126 mi) flown · 2,419 km (1,503 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 7450 km / 4629 miles · Scheduled Duration: 09:40 · Typical Duration: 09:00

CA 3881 Flight Status & Schedule Air China Shenzhen to Melbourne

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	SZX	MEL	01:29	13:28	Delayed	Track >
Nov 06	SZX	MEL	01:01	12:57	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	SZX	MEL	00:58	13:09	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	SZX	MEL	00:34	12:52	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	SZX	MEL	00:41	12:51	Landed	Track >
Oct 27	SZX	MEL	00:45	12:34	Landed	Track >
Oct 25	SZX	MEL	00:38	12:24	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	SZX	MEL	01:18	13:17	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 17	SZX	MEL	00:10	12:16	Landed	Track >
Oct 12	SZX	MEL	00:44	12:34	Landed	Track >

Air China operates CA 3881 from Shenzhen to Melbourne, a 7,450 km (4,629 mi) trip, four times a week (Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday). The timetable allows 9 h 40 min, but the flight usually takes about 9 h, so it often makes up time. Today it left at 01:29, 1 h 9 min late, and is due in Melbourne at 13:28, 28 minutes late.

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About CA 3881

Route: Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport SZX to Melbourne Airport MEL
Distance: 7,450 km (4,629 mi)
Typical flight time: 9 h
Flies: Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
On time: 8 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 17 min
Usually departs from: Terminal T3

CA 3881 FAQ

How long is the CA3881 flight?: The timetable allows 9 h 40 min. Shenzhen to Melbourne is 7,450 km (4,629 mi).
How often is CA3881 late?: 1 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 17 minutes on average.
Which days does CA3881 fly?: Four times a week: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does CA3881 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal T3 at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and arrives at Terminal 2 at Melbourne Airport (MEL). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does CA3881 have?: Also listed as CCA3881 (Air China's ICAO code) and CA 3881.

CA3881 and Shenzhen SZX to Melbourne MEL Flights

Flight CA3881 is a code-share Air China flight of the Shenzhen Airlines operated ZH811.

Other flights departing from Shenzhen SZX: ZH107, ZH811, CA771

Other flights arriving at Melbourne MEL: ZH811, JQ885, MH3091

All flights connecting Shenzhen SZX to Melbourne MEL.