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Cheap flights from Australia to Shanghai from $299

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AirAsia X Logo
07:00 - 00:20MEL-PVG
20h 20m1 stop
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06:00 - 05:30PVG-MEL
20h 30m1 stop
$517AirAsia X
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Fri, 24 Oct - Fri, 21 Nov
AirAsia X Logo
07:00 - 00:20MEL-PVG
20h 20m1 stop
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06:00 - 05:30PVG-MEL
20h 30m1 stop
$518AirAsia X
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Fri, 24 Oct - Fri, 21 Nov
China Southern Logo
08:45 - 14:25SYD-SHA
31h 40m1 stop
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11:40 - 06:25SHA-SYD
16h 45m1 stop
$537China Southern
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Mon, 4 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
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08:45 - 22:20SYD-SHA
15h 35m1 stop
China Southern Logo
12:40 - 06:25SHA-SYD
15h 45m1 stop
$564China Southern
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Mon, 4 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
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15:00 - 13:25SYD-PVG
24h 25m1 stop
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16:50 - 16:45PVG-SYD
21h 55m1 stop
$700Singapore Airlines
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Wed, 30 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:25 - 13:25MEL-PVG
21h 00m1 stop
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00:35 - 20:35PVG-MEL
18h 00m1 stop
$712Singapore Airlines
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Thu, 21 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:10 - 17:50PER-PVG
17h 40m1 stop
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08:35 - 22:40PVG-PER
14h 05m1 stop
$761Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 7 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
XiamenAir Logo
11:35 - 19:00MEL-SHA
33h 25m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
21:55 - 09:35SHA-MEL
33h 40m1 stop
$773XiamenAir
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Sun, 17 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:30 - 20:15PER-PVG
11h 45m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:30 - 06:55PVG-PER
13h 25m1 stop
$782Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 6 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
11:35 - 17:00MEL-SHA
31h 25m1 stop
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08:10 - 09:35SHA-MEL
23h 25m1 stop
$787XiamenAir
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Sun, 17 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug

China Southern flights from Australia to Shanghai

Our best China Southern deals on Australia to Shanghai flight tickets
China Southern
4 Aug
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 40m
1 stop
SHA14:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24 Aug
SHA11:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
4 Aug
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 35m
1 stop
SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24 Aug
SHA12:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 45m
1 stop
SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
4 Aug
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m
1 stop
PVG12:15Shanghai Pu Dong
17 Aug
PVG22:00Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 25m
1 stop
SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

Hong Kong Airlines flights from Australia to Shanghai

Our best Hong Kong Airlines deals on Australia to Shanghai flight tickets
Hong Kong Airlines
8 July
SYD11:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
PVG23:50Shanghai Pu Dong
31 Aug
PVG11:55Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 55m
1 stop
SYD09:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
Hong Kong Airlines
19 Oct
SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 30m
1 stop
SHA18:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25 Nov
SHA18:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
SYD10:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
Hong Kong Airlines
15 Oct
SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 30m
1 stop
SHA18:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15 Nov
SHA18:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
SYD10:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Australia to Shanghai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Australia is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $838, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $840.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Shanghai is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $1,268. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Friday is $1,384.

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 Australia to Shanghai during this time can be as low as $800. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,358.

What is the cheapest Australia to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from Melbourne to Hangzhou for the best Australia - Shanghai flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $876 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 Australia for as low as $751 on momondo.

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

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

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Best price found

$299

Fastest flight time

10h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Australia in the past 72 hours is $299. The best return flight deal from Australia to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $517.
The fastest flight from Australia to Shanghai takes 10h 20m
Direct flights go from Australia to Shanghai every day.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from Australia to Shanghai are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Shanghai?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Australia 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 Australia to Shanghai.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Australia to Shanghai

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Rating
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AirAsia XPriceFrom $270Free cancellationRating
6.4
43 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom $410Free cancellationRating
8.2
41 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $426Free cancellationRating
7.6
921 reviews
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Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $435Free cancellationRating
8.0
14 reviews
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Beijing Capital AirlinesPriceFrom $475Free cancellationRating
3.0
2 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $479Free cancellationRating
7.3
91 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $484Free cancellationRating
7.4
265 reviews
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ScootPriceFrom $518Free cancellationRating
6.7
304 reviews
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XiamenAirPriceFrom $536Free cancellationRating
6.6
41 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $582Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,320 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Australia to Shanghai?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Shanghai from Australia.

Can I find flights from Australia to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Australia to Shanghai flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Australia to Shanghai?

Once you have performed a search for Australia to Shanghai flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Shanghai, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Shanghai from Australia and alert you when they change.


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