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 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Adelaide to Shanghai?

China Southern is the most popular carrier operating from Adelaide to Shanghai

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 January 2026, there are 5 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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08:05 - 09:00

ADL

SHA

27h 25m

3 stops

21:45 - 07:25

SHA

ADL

31h 10m

3 stops

$903Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar

07:15 - 08:50

ADL

SHA

28h 05m

2 stops

14:10 - 15:45

SHA

ADL

23h 05m

2 stops

$960Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

11:30 - 22:15

ADL

SHA

13h 15m

1 stop

21:45 - 07:25

SHA

ADL

31h 10m

3 stops

$990Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar

06:35 - 11:25

ADL

PVG

31h 20m

2 stops

21:55 - 09:55

PVG

ADL

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,021China Southern

Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

18:30 - 21:35

ADL

PVG

29h 35m

2 stops

21:55 - 09:55

PVG

ADL

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,026China Southern

Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

18:30 - 21:35

ADL

PVG

29h 35m

2 stops

21:55 - 09:55

PVG

ADL

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,027China Southern

Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

11:30 - 22:15

ADL

SHA

13h 15m

1 stop

21:50 - 09:55

SHA

ADL

33h 35m

1 stop

$1,077China Southern

Thu, 5 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar

11:30 - 11:25

ADL

PVG

26h 25m

1 stop

21:55 - 09:55

PVG

ADL

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,080China Southern

Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

12:00 - 12:20

ADL

SHA

26h 50m

1 stop

22:30 - 10:30

SHA

ADL

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,135Cathay Pacific

Fri, 13 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

12:00 - 12:20

ADL

SHA

26h 50m

1 stop

22:30 - 10:30

SHA

ADL

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,136Cathay Pacific

Fri, 13 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

China Southern flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

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China Southern

2 Mar

ADL06:35Adelaide

31h 20m

2 stops

PVG11:25Shanghai Pu Dong

31 Mar

PVG21:55Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL09:55Adelaide

$1,021

China Southern

2 Mar

ADL18:30Adelaide

29h 35m

2 stops

PVG21:35Shanghai Pu Dong

31 Mar

PVG21:55Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL09:55Adelaide

$1,026

China Southern

2 Mar

ADL18:30Adelaide

29h 35m

2 stops

PVG21:35Shanghai Pu Dong

31 Mar

PVG21:55Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL09:55Adelaide

$1,027

Cathay Pacific flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

2 Mar

ADL12:00Adelaide

29h 50m

2 stops

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

9 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,098

Cathay Pacific

13 Mar

ADL12:00Adelaide

26h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,135

Cathay Pacific

13 Mar

ADL12:00Adelaide

26h 50m

1 stop

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,136

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Return

Price

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Thu 5/3

08:05-09:00

3 stops27h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/3

21:45-07:25

3 stops31h 10m

$903

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

07:15-08:50

2 stops28h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 31/3

14:10-15:45

2 stops23h 05m

$960

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Tue 3/3

11:30-22:15

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/3

21:45-07:25

3 stops31h 10m

$990

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

06:35-11:25

2 stops31h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 31/3

21:55-09:55

1 stop33h 30m

$1,021

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

18:30-21:35

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 31/3

21:55-09:55

1 stop33h 30m

$1,026

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

18:30-21:35

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 31/3

21:55-09:55

1 stop33h 30m

$1,027

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Thu 5/3

11:30-22:15

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/3

21:50-09:55

1 stop33h 35m

$1,077

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 2/3

11:30-11:25

1 stop26h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 31/3

21:55-09:55

1 stop33h 30m

$1,080

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 13/3

12:00-12:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

22:30-10:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,135

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 13/3

12:00-12:20

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

22:30-10:30

1 stop33h 30m

$1,136

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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 $751, 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 $760.

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 $1,089 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 $905 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 00m
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The fastest flight from Adelaide to Shanghai takes 22h 00m

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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 22h 00m 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 January 2026, there are 5 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 $620	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 290 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $717	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 133 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $735	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,431 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $810	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,139 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,009	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 430 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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