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$473 Cheap flights to Shanghai

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Shanghai departing on 14/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Recent flights found to popular cities in Shanghai

Find flights to these popular cities in Shanghai from your nearest airport.
Air China
14 Oct
MEL
19h 15m
1 stop
SHA
21 Nov
SHA
19h 15m
1 stop
MEL
China Southern
2 Aug
MEL
13h 50m
1 stop
SHA
31 Aug
SHA
19h 20m
1 stop
MEL
Air China
23 Oct
MEL
19h 50m
1 stop
SHA
2 Nov
SHA
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL
Hainan Airlines
2 Aug
MEL
29h 10m
1 stop
SHA
31 Aug
SHA
27h 35m
1 stop
MEL
China Southern
12 Nov
SYD
15h 45m
1 stop
PVG
12 Dec
PVG
19h 10m
1 stop
SYD
AirAsia X
2 Sept
SYD
16h 35m
1 stop
PVG
3 Sept
PVG
23h 55m
1 stop
SYD
Multiple Airlines
2 Aug
MEL
36h 10m
1 stop
PVG
30 Aug
PVG
18h 20m
1 stop
MEL
China Southern
14 Nov
MEL
25h 45m
1 stop
SHA
30 Dec
SHA
13h 55m
1 stop
MEL
China Southern
5 Aug
SYD
29h 30m
1 stop
PVG
12 Aug
PVG
19h 45m
1 stop
SYD
Hainan Airlines
11 Oct
MEL
22h 25m
1 stop
PVG
24 Oct
PVG
15h 35m
1 stop
MEL
XiamenAir
3 Aug
MEL
25h 25m
1 stop
SHA
20 Aug
SHA
15h 25m
1 stop
MEL
Hainan Airlines
28 July
MEL
22h 25m
1 stop
PVG
8 Aug
PVG
19h 40m
1 stop
MEL

Search last-minute flights to Shanghai

China Southern
1 Aug
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 30m
1 stop
SHA10:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
8 Aug
SHA16:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 50m
1 stop
SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines
28 July
SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 35m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
4 Aug
PVG21:55Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 25m
2 stops
SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
Cathay Pacific
1 Aug
SYD14:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
24h 00m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
8 Aug
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 35m
2 stops
SYD08:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
Air China
26 July
MEL20:00Melbourne
19h 50m
1 stop
SHA13:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
2 Aug
SHA22:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 10m
2 stops
MEL14:35Melbourne
China Eastern
26 July
MEL11:00Melbourne
10h 50m
PVG19:50Shanghai Pu Dong
2 Aug
PVG20:25Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 35m
MEL09:00Melbourne
Multiple Airlines
28 July
SYD08:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 55m
2 stops
PVG16:10Shanghai Pu Dong
4 Aug
PVG21:55Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 25m
2 stops
SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Eastern
20 Aug
MEL11:00Melbourne
10h 50m
PVG19:50Shanghai Pu Dong
11 Nov
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 45m
MEL14:05Melbourne
China Eastern
26 Aug
MEL11:00Melbourne
10h 50m
PVG19:50Shanghai Pu Dong
25 Nov
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 45m
MEL14:05Melbourne
China Eastern
20 Aug
MEL11:00Melbourne
10h 50m
PVG19:50Shanghai Pu Dong
27 Aug
PVG20:25Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 35m
MEL09:00Melbourne
China Eastern
19 Aug
MEL11:00Melbourne
10h 50m
PVG19:50Shanghai Pu Dong
26 Aug
PVG20:25Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 35m
MEL09:00Melbourne
China Eastern
20 Aug
MEL11:00Melbourne
10h 50m
PVG19:50Shanghai Pu Dong
12 Nov
PVG20:15Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 45m
MEL10:00Melbourne
China Eastern
26 Aug
MEL11:00Melbourne
10h 50m
PVG19:50Shanghai Pu Dong
26 Nov
PVG20:15Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 45m
MEL10:00Melbourne

Shanghai flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to Shanghai?

Flights to Shanghai vary based on month, airline, when you book, where you are departing from and many more variables, but on average momondo users can expect to spend about $1,211/pp. The absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai is $91/pp
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How long is the flight from Australia to Shanghai?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Sydney Kingsford Smith or Melbourne, and flying into the most popular airport in Shanghai (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), then you can expect flight times to average 10h and 10h 30m, respectively.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Shanghai?

The best day to take a flight to Shanghai is on Thursday, followed by Tuesday. Thursday and Tuesday tend to have the lowest flight prices to Shanghai. If your travel dates are flexible, then try to avoid booking on a Sunday, which is known for being the most expensive day of the week to fly to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Of the 21 airlines that fly to Shanghai, China Eastern, China Southern and Singapore Airlines happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. China Eastern is the most popular among the three airlines, with 51% of users choosing them for their travels to Shanghai.

Cheapest flights to cities in Shanghai

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Cheap Shanghai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Shanghai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$277

Best Round-Trip Price

$473

Fastest flight time

13h 50m

Operated By

8 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from Australia in the last 72 hours is $277 (Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Shanghai from Australia in the last 72 hours is $473 (Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).
The fastest flight to Shanghai from Australia takes 13h 50m (Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).
There are 8 airlines operating flights to Shanghai, including Singapore Airlines, China Southern and Sichuan Airlines.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Shanghai

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Shanghai?

I plan on visiting Shanghai WIld Animal Park. Which airport is the quickest drive?

For the quickest drive from an arrival airport to Shanghai WIld Animal Park, fly into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport or Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, which are closest to the area.

What are the most popular landmarks in Shanghai?

What is the weather like in Shanghai?

The temperatures in Shanghai range from 4 °C to 28 °C depending on the time of year. The warmest month in Shanghai is July, and the coldest month in Shanghai is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of December, January, or November, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

How much are flights to Shanghai?

You can expect to spend an average of $2,108 for a flight to Shanghai. However, our users found flights to Shanghai for $254, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. $5,010 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Shanghai will get, whereas anything for $1,722 or less is considered a good deal.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Shanghai?

Prices for flights to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Shanghai?

How old do you have to be to fly to Shanghai?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

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

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

All flight searches to Shanghai on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Shanghai?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Shanghai.

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Cheapest flight routes to Shanghai

These routes have the cheapest flights to Shanghai found by momondo users in Australia
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
MelbourneShanghai10h 30m$495
SydneyShanghai10h 00m$531
PerthShanghai15h 40m$609
BrisbaneShanghai10h 20m$659
CanberraShanghai25h 10m$926
AdelaideShanghai17h 35m$984
CoolangattaShanghai17h 35m$1,081
NewcastleShanghai51h 55m$1,512
MaroochydoreShanghai30h 00m$3,416