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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne from $403

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21:50 - 21:30
SHA
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MEL
20h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 15:15
MEL
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SHA
30h 50m1 stop
$715China Southern
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
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20:05 - 21:30
SHA
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MEL
22h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 20:20
MEL
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SHA
23h 50m1 stop
$716China Southern
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
China Southern Logo
15:50 - 09:45
SHA
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MEL
14h 55m1 stop
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 10:10
MEL
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SHA
13h 40m1 stop
$766China Southern
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
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13:35 - 07:10
SHA
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MEL
14h 35m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:35 - 20:55
MEL
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SHA
32h 20m1 stop
$774Cathay Pacific
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
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11:40 - 05:40
SHA
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MEL
39h 00m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 15:00
MEL
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SHA
21h 45m1 stop
$1,028Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
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11:40 - 05:40
SHA
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MEL
39h 00m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 09:15
MEL
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SHA
18h 50m2 stops
$1,191Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
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20:50 - 21:30
SHA
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MEL
21h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 22:15
MEL
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SHA
13h 50m1 stop
$1,214China Southern
Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
China Southern Logo
19:05 - 21:30
SHA
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MEL
23h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 09:15
MEL
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SHA
24h 50m1 stop
$1,253China Southern
Wed, 14 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb
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16:50 - 22:35
SHA
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MEL
26h 45m2 stops
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08:40 - 19:20
MEL
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SHA
13h 40m1 stop
$1,267Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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16:50 - 22:35
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MEL
26h 45m2 stops
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08:40 - 19:20
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13h 40m1 stop
$1,289Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

China Southern flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

Our best China Southern deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
China Southern
12 Mar
SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 40m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL11:25Melbourne
30h 50m
1 stop
SHA15:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$715
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China Southern
12 Mar
SHA20:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 25m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL23:30Melbourne
23h 50m
1 stop
SHA20:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$716
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China Southern
12 Mar
SHA15:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 55m
1 stop
MEL09:45Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL23:30Melbourne
13h 40m
1 stop
SHA10:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$766
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Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
12 Mar
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
MEL07:10Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL15:35Melbourne
32h 20m
1 stop
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$774
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Cathay Pacific
12 Feb
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 30m
1 stop
MEL23:00Melbourne
17 Feb
MEL15:35Melbourne
23h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,347
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Cathay Pacific
12 Jan
SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 00m
1 stop
MEL12:30Melbourne
16 Feb
MEL08:10Melbourne
34h 10m
2 stops
SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,776
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ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

21:50-21:30

1 stop20h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

11:25-15:15

1 stop30h 50m

$715

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

20:05-21:30

1 stop22h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

23:30-20:20

1 stop23h 50m

$716

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

15:50-09:45

1 stop14h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

23:30-10:10

1 stop13h 40m

$766

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

13:35-07:10

1 stop14h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

15:35-20:55

1 stop32h 20m

$774

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/2

11:40-05:40

3 stops39h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

20:15-15:00

1 stop21h 45m

$1,028

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/2

11:40-05:40

3 stops39h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

17:25-09:15

2 stops18h 50m

$1,191

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-21:30

1 stop21h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

11:25-22:15

1 stop13h 50m

$1,214

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 14/1

19:05-21:30

1 stop23h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

11:25-09:15

1 stop24h 50m

$1,253

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/1

16:50-22:35

2 stops26h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

08:40-19:20

1 stop13h 40m

$1,267

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/1

16:50-22:35

2 stops26h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 25/1

08:40-19:20

1 stop13h 40m

$1,289

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

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 typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of May is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport averaging around $659.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,084. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,755.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the morning. Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $693. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,537 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,013 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for as low as $606 on momondo.

How have Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 28% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (SHA to MEL) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

10h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport takes 10h 30m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
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  • How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne is 8031.6 km. By plane, this route typically takes 13h 15m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Best airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

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6.6
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7.2
178 reviews
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