Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Adelaide according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai?

As of September 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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07:45 - 16:00ADL-PVG

34h 45m1 stop

02:15 - 06:15PVG-ADL

25h 30m2 stops

$1,033

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Sun, 2 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

12:00 - 12:20ADL-SHA

26h 50m1 stop

22:30 - 10:30SHA-ADL

33h 30m1 stop

$1,040Cathay Pacific

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Fri, 14 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov

12:00 - 12:20ADL-SHA

26h 50m1 stop

22:30 - 10:30SHA-ADL

33h 30m1 stop

$1,043Cathay Pacific

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12:00 - 12:20ADL-SHA

26h 50m1 stop

22:30 - 10:30SHA-ADL

33h 30m1 stop

$1,045Cathay Pacific

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19:00 - 20:15ADL-PVG

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07:20 - 17:45PVG-ADL

31h 55m2 stops

$1,056Cathay Pacific

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19:00 - 12:30ADL-PVG

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07:20 - 09:25PVG-ADL

23h 35m2 stops

$1,059Cathay Pacific

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18:35 - 22:20ADL-PVG

30h 15m1 stop

00:35 - 08:25PVG-ADL

29h 20m1 stop

$1,108Singapore Airlines

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Mon, 2 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar

18:35 - 22:20ADL-PVG

30h 15m1 stop

08:20 - 17:20PVG-ADL

30h 30m1 stop

$1,146Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov

11:00 - 01:05ADL-PVG

16h 35m1 stop

02:15 - 08:10PVG-ADL

27h 25m1 stop

$4,070Malaysia Airlines

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11:00 - 01:05ADL-PVG

16h 35m1 stop

02:15 - 08:10PVG-ADL

27h 25m1 stop

$4,073Malaysia Airlines

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Cathay Pacific flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

14 Nov

ADL12:00Adelaide

26h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Nov

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,040

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Cathay Pacific

14 Nov

ADL12:00Adelaide

26h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Nov

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,043

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Cathay Pacific

14 Nov

ADL12:00Adelaide

26h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Nov

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,045

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Malaysia Airlines flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

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Malaysia Airlines

5 Nov

ADL11:00Adelaide

16h 35m

1 stop

PVG01:05Shanghai Pu Dong

10 Nov

PVG02:15Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 25m

1 stop

ADL08:10Adelaide

$4,070

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Malaysia Airlines

5 Nov

ADL11:00Adelaide

16h 35m

1 stop

PVG01:05Shanghai Pu Dong

10 Nov

PVG02:15Shanghai Pu Dong

27h 25m

1 stop

ADL08:10Adelaide

$4,073

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ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sun 2/11

07:45-16:00

1 stop34h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/11

02:15-06:15

2 stops25h 30m

$1,033

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 14/11

12:00-12:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 17/11

22:30-10:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,040

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 14/11

12:00-12:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 17/11

22:30-10:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,043

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 14/11

12:00-12:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 17/11

22:30-10:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,045

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

19:00-20:15

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 31/3

07:20-17:45

2 stops31h 55m

$1,056

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

19:00-12:30

2 stops20h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 31/3

07:20-09:25

2 stops23h 35m

$1,059

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

18:35-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/3

00:35-08:25

1 stop29h 20m

$1,108

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sun 2/11

18:35-22:20

1 stop30h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/11

08:20-17:20

1 stop30h 30m

$1,146

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Wed 5/11

11:00-01:05

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/11

02:15-08:10

1 stop27h 25m

$4,070

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Wed 5/11

11:00-01:05

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/11

02:15-08:10

1 stop27h 25m

$4,073

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Adelaide is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $757, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Adelaide averaging around $847.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart from Adelaide to Shanghai is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $915. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Saturday is $1,209.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the afternoon. Flights from Adelaide to Shanghai during this time can be as low as $982. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is at midday when prices are around $1,236.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Adelaide when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,097 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Adelaide for as low as $897 on momondo.

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How far is Adelaide to Shanghai by plane?
Adelaide and Shanghai are 7563.8 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 15h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai?
As of September 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Adelaide to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $626	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 278 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $701	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,365 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $831	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 993 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $847	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 110 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $979	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 416 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,520	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 165 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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