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

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

How often are flights from Shanghai to Australia delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% 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 97 minutes.

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.

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 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of April 2026, 14 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Australia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 75% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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.

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 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Australia as of April 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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19 Aug

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11 May

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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 $1,040 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 $675 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Shanghai to Australia takes 9h 45m

Direct flights go from Shanghai to Australia on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 269 airports in Australia. From Shanghai there are direct flights to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane (BNE), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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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 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Australia as of April 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 $368	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 149 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $466	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $665	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,280 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $937	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 207 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,064	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 146 reviews	Search Air China flights

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