Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to Australia flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai to Australia?

AirAsia X, VietJet Air, and Shenzhen Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Australia

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

As of March 2026, 17 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Australia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 62% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Australia flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

121 flights are operational weekly from Shanghai to Australia as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Australia?

China Eastern, China Southern and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Shanghai according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Shanghai to Australia delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Shanghai and Australia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 111 minutes.

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

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Australia were last updated today.

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Australia as of March 2026.

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

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 from Shanghai to Australia.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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08:05 - 12:35

PVG

MEL

26h 30m

1 stop

14:35 - 00:10

MEL

PVG

35h 35m

1 stop

$589Beijing Capital Airlines

Tue, 26 May - Wed, 3 Jun

06:00 - 05:30

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MEL

21h 30m

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05:15 - 00:20

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21h 05m

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$596AirAsia X

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25h 50m

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$598AirAsia X

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20:15 - 15:10

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12:40 - 06:25

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$678China Southern

Fri, 15 May - Sun, 31 May

08:10 - 10:35

SHA

MEL

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11:35 - 08:50

MEL

SHA

23h 15m

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$683XiamenAir

Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

12:40 - 06:25

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1 stop

$702China Southern

Fri, 15 May - Fri, 29 May

22:30 - 22:40

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PER

24h 10m

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SHA

12h 35m

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$969Cathay Pacific

Thu, 18 Jun - Sun, 12 Jul

13:20 - 06:50

SHA

PER

17h 30m

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PER

SHA

12h 35m

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$974Cathay Pacific

Thu, 18 Jun - Sun, 12 Jul

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Cathay Pacific

20 May

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

17 June

SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 25m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$938

Cathay Pacific

7 June

PVG07:20Shanghai Pu Dong

13h 10m

1 stop

BNE22:30Brisbane

13 June

BNE08:45Brisbane

28h 20m

2 stops

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,159

Cathay Pacific

7 June

PVG07:20Shanghai Pu Dong

13h 10m

1 stop

BNE22:30Brisbane

13 June

BNE08:45Brisbane

28h 20m

2 stops

PVG11:05Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,160

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AirAsia X

20 June

PVG06:00Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 30m

1 stop

MEL05:30Melbourne

11 July

MEL05:15Melbourne

21h 05m

1 stop

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

$596

AirAsia X

20 June

PVG06:00Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 30m

1 stop

MEL05:30Melbourne

8 July

MEL00:30Melbourne

25h 50m

1 stop

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

$598

AirAsia X

15 May

PVG06:00Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 20m

1 stop

SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

7 Aug

SYD09:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 00m

1 stop

PVG04:45Shanghai Pu Dong

$605

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Shanghai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,042 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Shanghai for as low as $663 on momondo.

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There are 4 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Australia as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Australia?
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 from Shanghai to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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China Southern	PriceFrom $376	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 145 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $475	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $674	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $679	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,221 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $939	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,086	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 142 reviews	Search Air China flights

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