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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Melbourne from $391

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China Southern Logo
20:25 - 21:30
PVG
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MEL
22h 05m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 00:45
MEL
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PVG
16h 20m1 stop
$694China Southern
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
China Southern Logo
18:25 - 21:30
PVG
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MEL
24h 05m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 11:25
MEL
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PVG
27h 00m1 stop
$695China Southern
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
China Southern Logo
22:50 - 21:30
PVG
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MEL
19h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 11:25
MEL
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PVG
14h 55m1 stop
$704China Southern
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:40 - 14:30
PVG
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MEL
18h 50m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:40 - 15:25
MEL
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PVG
20h 45m1 stop
$710Sichuan Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
China Southern Logo
21:50 - 21:30
SHA
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MEL
20h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 15:15
MEL
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SHA
30h 50m1 stop
$715China Southern
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:40 - 14:30
PVG
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MEL
18h 50m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:40 - 15:25
MEL
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PVG
20h 45m1 stop
$719Sichuan Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 07:10
SHA
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MEL
14h 35m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:35 - 20:55
MEL
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SHA
32h 20m1 stop
$774Cathay Pacific
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:35 - 00:05
PVG
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MEL
19h 30m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 07:10
MEL
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PVG
17h 35m1 stop
$946Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
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18:50 - 05:40
PVG
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MEL
31h 50m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:20 - 13:10
MEL
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PVG
17h 50m1 stop
$1,003Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:30 - 12:30
PVG
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MEL
16h 00m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
06:30 - 22:00
MEL
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PVG
18h 30m2 stops
$1,019Cathay Pacific
Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

China Southern flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Our best China Southern deals on Shanghai to Melbourne flight tickets
China Southern
12 Mar
PVG20:25Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 05m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL11:25Melbourne
16h 20m
1 stop
PVG00:45Shanghai Pu Dong
$694
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China Southern
12 Mar
PVG18:25Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 05m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL11:25Melbourne
27h 00m
1 stop
PVG11:25Shanghai Pu Dong
$695
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China Southern
12 Mar
PVG22:50Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 40m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL23:30Melbourne
14h 55m
1 stop
PVG11:25Shanghai Pu Dong
$704
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Sichuan Airlines flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

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Sichuan Airlines
12 Mar
PVG16:40Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 50m
1 stop
MEL14:30Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL21:40Melbourne
20h 45m
1 stop
PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong
$710
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Sichuan Airlines
12 Mar
PVG16:40Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 50m
1 stop
MEL14:30Melbourne
14 Mar
MEL21:40Melbourne
20h 45m
1 stop
PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong
$719
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Sichuan Airlines
26 Jan
PVG16:40Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 50m
1 stop
MEL14:30Melbourne
5 Feb
MEL21:40Melbourne
20h 45m
1 stop
PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,425
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 6 December 2025.
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ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

20:25-21:30

1 stop22h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

11:25-00:45

1 stop16h 20m

$694

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

18:25-21:30

1 stop24h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

11:25-11:25

1 stop27h 00m

$695

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

22:50-21:30

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

23:30-11:25

1 stop14h 55m

$704

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

16:40-14:30

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

21:40-15:25

1 stop20h 45m

$710

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

21:50-21:30

1 stop20h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

11:25-15:15

1 stop30h 50m

$715

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

16:40-14:30

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

21:40-15:25

1 stop20h 45m

$719

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

13:35-07:10

1 stop14h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

15:35-20:55

1 stop32h 20m

$774

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/2

01:35-00:05

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

16:35-07:10

1 stop17h 35m

$946

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/2

18:50-05:40

2 stops31h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

22:20-13:10

1 stop17h 50m

$1,003

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

17:30-12:30

1 stop16h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

06:30-22:00

2 stops18h 30m

$1,019

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai and Melbourne?

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 $712. 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 $763.

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 $1,084. 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 $1,755.

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 morning. Flights from Shanghai to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $693. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,537. 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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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Shanghai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,013 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Shanghai for as low as $606 on momondo.

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 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

1 airport
The fastest flight from Shanghai to Melbourne takes 10h 30m
Direct flights go from Shanghai to Melbourne every day.
There is 1 airport near Melbourne: 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 30m.

  • 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?

  • 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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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Beijing Capital AirlinesPriceFrom $552Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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XiamenAirPriceFrom $629Free cancellationRating
6.6
41 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $968Free cancellationRating
7.2
178 reviews
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