What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne?

Cathay Pacific, Hainan Airlines, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Guangzhou (CAN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 53m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the lowest average return price of $667.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

China Eastern, China Southern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights connecting via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 27m.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

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.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of April is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport averaging around $670.

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 Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $1,075. 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 $1,789.

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 $706. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,530 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 $1,016 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 $578 on momondo.

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

As of October 2025, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The straight-line distance from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne is 8031.6 km. By plane, this route typically takes 13h 55m.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport, the leading airline is China Eastern, making up 39% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include China Southern with 33% and XiamenAir with 28%.

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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 cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of April is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport averaging around $670.

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

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

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

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

As of October 2025, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne?

Cathay Pacific, Hainan Airlines, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

Which airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the lowest average return price of $667.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights connecting via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 27m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Guangzhou (CAN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 53m.

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