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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai from $498

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai departing on 19/1. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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China Southern Logo
10:30 - 10:20ADL  Adelaide-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
16:50 - 13:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ADL Adelaide
19h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Melbourne
$959China Southern
Mon, 14 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
China Southern Logo
10:30 - 14:20ADL  Adelaide-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
21:45 - 08:55SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ADL Adelaide
33h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$961China Southern
Mon, 14 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:30 - 22:40ADL  Adelaide-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 40m2 stops Melbourne Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:10 - 18:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ADL Adelaide
21h 45m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$991Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 15:05ADL  Adelaide-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:10 - 17:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ADL Adelaide
14h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,034Singapore Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:15 - 22:40ADL  Adelaide-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 55m2 stops Melbourne Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:10 - 21:55SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ADL Adelaide
28h 15m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Melbourne
$1,035Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Malaysia Airlines Logo
09:45 - 01:10ADL  Adelaide-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
15:25 - 07:00PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ADL Adelaide
14h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,054Malaysia Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 15:05ADL  Adelaide-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:10 - 17:20PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ADL Adelaide
14h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,082Singapore Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:45 - 01:10ADL  Adelaide-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
02:15 - 08:10PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ADL Adelaide
27h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,137Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:00 - 12:20ADL  Adelaide-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:20 - 09:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ADL Adelaide
18h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,497Cathay Pacific
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 3 May
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:00 - 12:20ADL  Adelaide-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:20 - 09:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ADL Adelaide
18h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,499Cathay Pacific
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 3 May

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China Eastern flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Our best China Eastern deals on Adelaide to Shanghai flight tickets
China Eastern
10 Sept
ADL14:25Adelaide
50h 15m
3 stops
SHA15:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15 Sept
SHA18:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 05m
3 stops
ADL13:35Adelaide
$1,889
China Eastern
15 Aug
ADL14:25Adelaide
44h 55m
3 stops
PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong
25 Aug
PVG21:25Shanghai Pu Dong
42h 50m
2 stops
ADL17:45Adelaide
$1,931
China Eastern
15 Aug
ADL14:25Adelaide
44h 55m
3 stops
PVG09:50Shanghai Pu Dong
25 Aug
PVG21:30Shanghai Pu Dong
42h 45m
3 stops
ADL17:45Adelaide
$1,938

China Southern flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Our best China Southern deals on Adelaide to Shanghai flight tickets
China Southern
14 Sept
ADL10:30Adelaide
25h 20m
1 stop
SHA10:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17 Sept
SHA16:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 15m
2 stops
ADL13:35Adelaide
$959
China Southern
14 Sept
ADL10:30Adelaide
29h 20m
1 stop
SHA14:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17 Sept
SHA21:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 40m
1 stop
ADL08:55Adelaide
$961
China Southern
14 Sept
ADL10:30Adelaide
24h 20m
1 stop
SHA09:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17 Sept
SHA21:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 40m
1 stop
ADL08:55Adelaide
$1,012

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AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 14/9

10:30-10:20

1 stop25h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 17/9

16:50-13:35

2 stops19h 15m

$959

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 14/9

10:30-14:20

1 stop29h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 17/9

21:45-08:55

1 stop33h 40m

$961

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

18:30-22:40

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

18:10-18:25

2 stops21h 45m

$991

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

18:35-15:05

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/11

00:10-17:20

1 stop14h 40m

$1,034

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Tue 8/9

07:15-22:40

2 stops16h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

16:10-21:55

2 stops28h 15m

$1,035
Fastest return journey

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sat 5/9

09:45-01:10

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/9

15:25-07:00

1 stop14h 05m

$1,054

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

18:35-15:05

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/11

00:10-17:20

1 stop14h 40m

$1,082

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Wed 14/10

10:45-01:10

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 24/10

02:15-08:10

1 stop27h 25m

$1,137

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 20/11

12:00-12:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/5

13:20-09:25

2 stops18h 35m

$1,497

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 20/11

12:00-12:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/5

13:20-09:25

2 stops18h 35m

$1,499

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Adelaide to Shanghai

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Adelaide and Shanghai?

Prices are currently high for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $729 to $849.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $959.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Adelaide is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $762, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of August is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Adelaide averaging around $943.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Adelaide to Shanghai is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $1,199. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Thursday is $2,814.

What is the cheapest Adelaide to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Adelaide 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 $767 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Adelaide to Shanghai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Adelaide to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Adelaide to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

10h 15m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed and Sat

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The fastest flight from Adelaide to Shanghai takes 10h 15m
Direct flights go from Adelaide to Shanghai on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Adelaide there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Adelaide to Shanghai

  • How far is Adelaide to Shanghai by plane?

    Adelaide and Shanghai are 7563.8 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 10h 15m 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?

  • 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
China SouthernPriceFrom $599Free cancellationRating
7.4
168 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $640Free cancellationRating
7.3
314 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $722Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,584 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $971Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,439 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,061Free cancellationRating
7.3
231 reviews
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Can I find flights from Adelaide to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Adelaide to Shanghai with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 30.4 km from Shanghai
Shanghai Pu Dong Airport
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