Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $607 to $865. The lowest price recently found on this route was $671.

Question 1

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 2

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Shanghai flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

Question 4

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Shanghai Pu Dong?

Accepted Answer

China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines, and AirAsia X are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Shanghai Pu Dong

Question 5

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Shanghai flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 6

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 7 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00, with 54% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,174. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport for around $1,214.

Question 8

How have Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 9

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 55m.

Question 10

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $607 to $865.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $671.

Question 11

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Shanghai Pu Dong flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as $851. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,201 on average. Flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from Melbourne Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 13

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Haikou (HAK) offer the lowest average return price of $456.

Question 14

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Shanghai Pu Dong flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Melbourne - Shanghai Pu Dong flight prices

Question 15

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 16

Which airlines fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from Melbourne Airport according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 69% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 17

How often are flights from Melbourne to Shanghai delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between Melbourne and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 110 minutes.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $781. If you are unable to visit Shanghai Pu Dong Airport during the month of January, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $835.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport for around $1,079 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from Melbourne Airport for as low as $729 on momondo.

Question 20

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on average per week?

Accepted Answer

49 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 21

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

Singapore (SIN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 46m.

Question 22

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is 9 as of December 2025.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $431	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 59 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $435	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $461	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $467	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 123 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom $545	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 22 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $650	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,422 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $697	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 185 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $697	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,111 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $717	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights

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