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

AirAsia X, Shenzhen Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Melbourne

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Shanghai according to our data. Beijing Capital Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 27% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of January 2026, 63 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Melbourne each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

As of January 2026, 9 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Melbourne each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 69% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne is 3 as of January 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Melbourne.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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01:35 - 20:30

PVG

MEL

16h 55m

1 stop

07:00 - 00:20

MEL

PVG

19h 20m

1 stop

$593AirAsia X

mié., 13 may. - dom., 17 may.

15:10 - 08:35

PVG

MEL

15h 25m

1 stop

00:30 - 14:25

MEL

PVG

15h 55m

1 stop

$615Vietnam Airlines

mié., 13 may. - sáb., 16 may.

01:35 - 23:45

PVG

MEL

19h 10m

1 stop

06:15 - 00:20

MEL

PVG

21h 05m

1 stop

$618AirAsia X

lun., 9 mar. - lun., 16 mar.

19:00 - 12:00

PVG

MEL

15h 00m

1 stop

21:20 - 20:00

MEL

PVG

24h 40m

1 stop

$633Shenzhen Airlines

jue., 14 may. - dom., 17 may.

12:00 - 12:00

PVG

MEL

22h 00m

1 stop

21:20 - 17:40

MEL

PVG

22h 20m

1 stop

$634Shenzhen Airlines

jue., 14 may. - dom., 17 may.

15:50 - 19:20

SHA

MEL

25h 30m

1 stop

10:20 - 09:20

MEL

SHA

25h 00m

1 stop

$650China Southern

mié., 13 may. - dom., 17 may.

19:00 - 12:00

PVG

MEL

15h 00m

1 stop

07:00 - 00:20

MEL

PVG

19h 20m

1 stop

$695Multiple Airlines

lun., 27 abr. - lun., 18 may.

21:45 - 12:00

PVG

MEL

36h 15m

1 stop

07:00 - 00:20

MEL

PVG

19h 20m

1 stop

$704Multiple Airlines

dom., 26 abr. - lun., 18 may.

12:10 - 10:25

SHA

MEL

19h 15m

1 stop

12:25 - 12:40

MEL

SHA

27h 15m

1 stop

$712XiamenAir

vie., 13 mar. - vie., 20 mar.

21:45 - 10:25

SHA

MEL

33h 40m

1 stop

12:25 - 08:50

MEL

SHA

23h 25m

1 stop

$714XiamenAir

sáb., 14 mar. - sáb., 21 mar.

AirAsia X flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

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AirAsia X

13 May

PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 55m

1 stop

MEL20:30Melbourne

17 May

MEL07:00Melbourne

19h 20m

1 stop

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

$593

AirAsia X

9 Mar

PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 10m

1 stop

MEL23:45Melbourne

16 Mar

MEL06:15Melbourne

21h 05m

1 stop

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

$618

AirAsia X

3 Mar

PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 10m

1 stop

MEL23:45Melbourne

11 Mar

MEL01:00Melbourne

30h 45m

1 stop

PVG04:45Shanghai Pu Dong

$627

XiamenAir flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Our best XiamenAir deals on Shanghai to Melbourne flight tickets

XiamenAir

13 Mar

SHA12:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

MEL10:25Melbourne

20 Mar

MEL12:25Melbourne

27h 15m

1 stop

SHA12:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$712

XiamenAir

14 Mar

SHA21:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 40m

1 stop

MEL10:25Melbourne

21 Mar

MEL12:25Melbourne

23h 25m

1 stop

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$714

XiamenAir

13 Mar

SHA12:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

MEL10:25Melbourne

20 Mar

MEL12:25Melbourne

13h 25m

1 stop

SHA22:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$717

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PVG - MEL

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Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 13/5

01:35-20:30

1 stop16h 55m

Melbourne

dom. 17/5

07:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

$593

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 13/5

15:10-08:35

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

sáb. 16/5

00:30-14:25

1 stop15h 55m

$615

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 9/3

01:35-23:45

1 stop19h 10m

Melbourne

lun. 16/3

06:15-00:20

1 stop21h 05m

$618

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 14/5

19:00-12:00

1 stop15h 00m

Melbourne

dom. 17/5

21:20-20:00

1 stop24h 40m

$633

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 14/5

12:00-12:00

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

dom. 17/5

21:20-17:40

1 stop22h 20m

$634

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 13/5

15:50-19:20

1 stop25h 30m

Melbourne

dom. 17/5

10:20-09:20

1 stop25h 00m

$650

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 27/4

19:00-12:00

1 stop15h 00m

Melbourne

lun. 18/5

07:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

$695

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 26/4

21:45-12:00

1 stop36h 15m

Melbourne

lun. 18/5

07:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

$704

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 13/3

12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

Melbourne

vie. 20/3

12:25-12:40

1 stop27h 15m

$712

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 14/3

21:45-10:25

1 stop33h 40m

Melbourne

sáb. 21/3

12:25-08:50

1 stop23h 25m

$714

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $674. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $722.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,027. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Tuesday is $1,662.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the afternoon. Flights from Shanghai to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,061. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,278. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to Melbourne flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Shanghai to Melbourne flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	10h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Melbourne	4 airports

The fastest flight from Shanghai to Melbourne takes 10h 25m

Direct flights go from Shanghai to Melbourne every day.

There are 4 airports in Melbourne. From Shanghai there are direct flights to Melbourne (MEL).

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How far is Shanghai to Melbourne by plane?
A flight from Shanghai to Melbourne will travel around 8046.9 km. By plane, this route typically takes 10h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne is 3 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $388	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $447	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 136 reviews	Search China Southern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $597	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $917	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 192 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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Yes. All flights to Melbourne from Shanghai on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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