Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Southern, Cathay Pacific and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Queensland according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 Queensland to Shanghai?

China Southern, Malaysia Airlines, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Queensland to Shanghai

How many flights depart from Queensland to Shanghai on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from Queensland to Shanghai as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Queensland to Shanghai on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 21 flights per week flying from Queensland to Shanghai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

The flight from Queensland to Shanghai depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Brisbane (a popular airport in Queensland) to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (the most popular airport in Shanghai), then the flight time is 10h 20m on average. If you fly from Coolangatta (another popular airport in Queensland) to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, then the average flight time is 27h 10m.

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

Prices for flights from Queensland to Shanghai are updated daily.

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

There are 7 operators available for flights from Queensland to Shanghai as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Queensland 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 Queensland to Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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23:30 - 01:15

BNE

PVG

27h 45m2 stops

02:15 - 21:30

PVG

BNE

17h 15m1 stop

$910VietJet Air

Fri, 15 May - Thu, 11 Jun

12:10 - 20:55

BNE

SHA

34h 45m1 stop

13:35 - 11:30

SHA

BNE

19h 55m2 stops

$912Cathay Pacific

Wed, 11 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

10:10 - 13:05

BNE

PVG

28h 55m2 stops

06:55 - 08:15

PVG

BNE

23h 20m1 stop

$912China Southern

Sun, 19 Apr - Wed, 27 May

12:10 - 20:55

BNE

SHA

34h 45m1 stop

13:35 - 11:30

SHA

BNE

19h 55m2 stops

$913Cathay Pacific

Wed, 11 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

10:10 - 01:15

BNE

PVG

17h 05m2 stops

21:55 - 08:15

PVG

BNE

32h 20m1 stop

$915China Southern

Fri, 24 Apr - Sun, 24 May

12:10 - 23:55

BNE

PVG

13h 45m1 stop

19:05 - 15:35

PVG

BNE

18h 30m2 stops

$916Cathay Pacific

Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

23:00 - 21:20

BNE

PVG

24h 20m2 stops

22:50 - 21:10

PVG

BNE

20h 20m1 stop

$921China Southern

Wed, 28 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

21:00 - 05:25

BNE

PVG

10h 25mdirect

21:10 - 09:00

PVG

BNE

9h 50mdirect

$925China Eastern

Thu, 5 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

10:10 - 13:05

BNE

PVG

28h 55m2 stops

21:55 - 08:15

PVG

BNE

32h 20m1 stop

$927China Southern

Sun, 19 Apr - Mon, 25 May

08:30 - 01:05

BNE

PVG

18h 35m1 stop

16:05 - 06:15

PVG

BNE

36h 10m1 stop

$938Malaysia Airlines

Sat, 7 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

Cathay Pacific flights from Queensland to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

11 Mar

BNE12:10Brisbane

34h 45m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Mar

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 55m

2 stops

BNE11:30Brisbane

$912

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Cathay Pacific

11 Mar

BNE12:10Brisbane

34h 45m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Mar

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 55m

2 stops

BNE11:30Brisbane

$913

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Cathay Pacific

9 Mar

BNE12:10Brisbane

13h 45m

1 stop

PVG23:55Shanghai Pu Dong

17 Mar

PVG19:05Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 30m

2 stops

BNE15:35Brisbane

$916

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China Southern

19 Apr

BNE10:10Brisbane

28h 55m

2 stops

PVG13:05Shanghai Pu Dong

27 May

PVG06:55Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 20m

1 stop

BNE08:15Brisbane

$912

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China Southern

24 Apr

BNE10:10Brisbane

17h 05m

2 stops

PVG01:15Shanghai Pu Dong

24 May

PVG21:55Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 20m

1 stop

BNE08:15Brisbane

$915

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China Southern

28 Jan

BNE23:00Brisbane

24h 20m

2 stops

PVG21:20Shanghai Pu Dong

5 Feb

PVG22:50Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 20m

1 stop

BNE21:10Brisbane

$921

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BNEPVG

Brisbane

Fri 15/5

23:30-01:15

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

02:15-21:30

1 stop17h 15m

$910

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

12:10-20:55

1 stop34h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/3

13:35-11:30

2 stops19h 55m

$912

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Sun 19/4

10:10-13:05

2 stops28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 27/5

06:55-08:15

1 stop23h 20m

$912

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

12:10-20:55

1 stop34h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 17/3

13:35-11:30

2 stops19h 55m

$913

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Fri 24/4

10:10-01:15

2 stops17h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 24/5

21:55-08:15

1 stop32h 20m

$915

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Mon 9/3

12:10-23:55

1 stop13h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/3

19:05-15:35

2 stops18h 30m

$916

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Wed 28/1

23:00-21:20

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/2

22:50-21:10

1 stop20h 20m

$921

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Thu 5/2

21:00-05:25

Nonstop10h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/3

21:10-09:00

Nonstop9h 50m

$925

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Sun 19/4

10:10-13:05

2 stops28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/5

21:55-08:15

1 stop32h 20m

$927

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Sat 7/3

08:30-01:05

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/3

16:05-06:15

1 stop36h 10m

$938

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Queensland is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $751, 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 Queensland averaging around $787.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Queensland to Shanghai is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,231. 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 $1,444.

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 at midday. Flights from Queensland to Shanghai during this time can be as low as $772. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the morning when prices are around $1,332.

What is the cheapest Queensland to Shanghai flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Queensland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,070 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 Queensland for as low as $744 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Queensland 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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Fastest flight time	10h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The fastest flight from Queensland to Shanghai takes 10h 20m

Direct flights go from Queensland to Shanghai every day.

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Queensland there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Queensland to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Queensland to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Queensland to Shanghai?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Queensland to Shanghai as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Queensland 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 Queensland to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Queensland to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $584	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 122 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $633	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,413 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $637	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $660	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 282 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $670	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 942 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $923	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 178 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,048	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 791 reviews	Search China Airlines flights

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

Yes. All flights to Shanghai from Queensland on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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

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