Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

For flights from Australia to Shanghai, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as China Eastern, China Southern, XiamenAir and Cathay Pacific. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

The flight from Australia 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith (a popular airport in Australia) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (the most popular airport in Shanghai), then the flight time is 10h 05m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, then the average flight time is 9h 55m.

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09:20 - 21:15SYD-SHA

14h 55m1 stop

10:10 - 07:30SHA-SYD

18h 20m1 stop

$673China Southern

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Sat, 1 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov

01:00 - 04:45MEL-PVG

30h 45m1 stop

19:00 - 15:40PVG-MEL

17h 40m1 stop

$673Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 19 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec

12:30 - 22:50SYD-SHA

13h 20m1 stop

12:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD

19h 15m1 stop

$675XiamenAir

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Mon, 27 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct

12:35 - 17:05MEL-SHA

31h 30m1 stop

14:10 - 10:25SHA-MEL

17h 15m1 stop

$687XiamenAir

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Fri, 24 Oct - Fri, 28 Nov

12:00 - 18:55MEL-PVG

9h 55mdirect

23:05 - 11:00PVG-MEL

32h 55m1 stop

$715China Eastern

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Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov

12:00 - 18:55MEL-PVG

9h 55mdirect

21:05 - 11:00PVG-MEL

34h 55m2 stops

$716China Eastern

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Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov

18:10 - 12:45BNE-PVG

20h 35m1 stop

00:10 - 19:45PVG-BNE

17h 35m1 stop

$750Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 8 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

08:30 - 22:00PER-PVG

13h 30m1 stop

13:45 - 06:55PVG-PER

17h 10m1 stop

$787Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 6 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov

08:30 - 12:20PER-SHA

27h 50m1 stop

22:30 - 22:55SHA-PER

24h 25m1 stop

$787Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 6 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov

18:10 - 12:45BNE-PVG

20h 35m1 stop

00:10 - 16:55PVG-BNE

14h 45m1 stop

$801Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 8 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

09:20-21:15

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/11

10:10-07:30

1 stop18h 20m

$673

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

01:00-04:45

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/12

19:00-15:40

1 stop17h 40m

$673

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

12:30-22:50

1 stop13h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

$675

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 24/10

12:35-17:05

1 stop31h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 28/11

14:10-10:25

1 stop17h 15m

$687

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

12:00-18:55

Nonstop9h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/11

23:05-11:00

1 stop32h 55m

$715

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

12:00-18:55

Nonstop9h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/11

21:05-11:00

2 stops34h 55m

$716

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Sun 8/3

18:10-12:45

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/3

00:10-19:45

1 stop17h 35m

$750

PerthShanghai

PER - PVG

PERPVG

Perth

Thu 6/11

08:30-22:00

1 stop13h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/11

13:45-06:55

1 stop17h 10m

$787

PerthShanghai

PER - SHA

PERSHA

Perth

Thu 6/11

08:30-12:20

1 stop27h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/11

22:30-22:55

1 stop24h 25m

$787

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Sun 8/3

18:10-12:45

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/3

00:10-16:55

1 stop14h 45m

$801

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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 $844, 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 $847.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Shanghai for $127/person, which is 81% cheaper than the average flight to Shanghai. To find the cheapest price to Shanghai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Shanghai is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,254. 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 $1,368.

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 $817. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,306.

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 $879 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 $701 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM SYDNEY	May	21% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Shanghai costs on average just $844 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM SYDNEY	December	69% more expensive	It costs about $1,786 for flights to Shanghai from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM SYDNEY	December	287% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from Sydney in December than any other month

Cheap Shanghai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Shanghai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$370
Best Round-Trip Price	$673
Fastest flight time	13h 20m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from Australia in the last 72 hours is $370 (Perth to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Shanghai from Australia in the last 72 hours is $673 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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The fastest flight to Shanghai from Australia takes 13h 20m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Shanghai, with a 24% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Shanghai

What is there to do in Shanghai when it’s raining?

If you are planning a flight to Shanghai and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the months of June, July, and August. These months will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Shanghai, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. Many tourists kill time during rain and storms by going to shopping centres in the area, like Nanjing Road.

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

The best time to book a flight to Shanghai from Australia is 79 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $1,056.

Is there an alternative airport near Shanghai?

Those flying to Shanghai could potentially find better pricing at Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (30 km from Shanghai city centre), Suzhou Airport (104 km from Shanghai city centre), Wuxi Airport (106 km from Shanghai city centre), Nantong Airport (107 km from Shanghai city centre) or Hangzhou Airport (149 km from Shanghai city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Shanghai?

The cheapest airport near Shanghai is typically Wuxi Airport, with an average price of $165/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Changning?

Yes, if you fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl in Shanghai which is the closest available airport to Changning (3.8 km away).

What’s the closest airport to People's Square?

At 13.8 km away, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport in Shanghai is the closest to People's Square.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Shanghai?

Prices for flights to Shanghai refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Shanghai?

There are 24 operators available for flights to Shanghai as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 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.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Shanghai?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Shanghai on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Shanghai that suits you.

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Shanghai with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to Shanghai?

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