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

Cathay Pacific, VietJet Air, and Cebu Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Melbourne

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

As of November 2025, 42 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Melbourne each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

As of November 2025, 6 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Melbourne each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 51% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Melbourne?

China Eastern, China Southern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Shanghai according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 32% 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.

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 November 2025.

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.

$387 Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Melbourne in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $961 to $1,369. The lowest price recently found on this route was $665.

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06:55 - 21:30PVG-MEL

35h 35m1 stop

10:20 - 12:55MEL-PVG

28h 35m1 stop

$665China Southern

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Sun, 22 Mar - Thu, 30 Apr

13:50 - 06:50SHA-MEL

14h 00m1 stop

11:25 - 09:15MEL-SHA

24h 50m1 stop

$665China Southern

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Tue, 30 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan

22:50 - 21:30PVG-MEL

19h 40m1 stop

10:20 - 16:30MEL-PVG

32h 10m1 stop

$701China Southern

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Sat, 21 Mar - Mon, 27 Apr

21:50 - 21:30SHA-MEL

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11:25 - 09:15MEL-SHA

24h 50m1 stop

$704China Southern

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Mon, 29 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan

02:15 - 23:35PVG-MEL

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07:00 - 00:20MEL-PVG

19h 20m1 stop

$727Multiple Airlines

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07:10 - 23:00PVG-MEL

12h 50m1 stop

00:30 - 01:00MEL-PVG

26h 30m1 stop

$745Multiple Airlines

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07:10 - 23:00PVG-MEL

12h 50m1 stop

07:25 - 22:10MEL-PVG

16h 45m1 stop

$783Cathay Pacific

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18:10 - 11:30SHA-MEL

14h 20m1 stop

13:00 - 16:50MEL-SHA

30h 50m1 stop

$909Hong Kong Airlines

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Mon, 2 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

18:10 - 11:30SHA-MEL

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13:00 - 16:50MEL-SHA

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$912Hong Kong Airlines

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Mon, 2 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

18:10 - 10:25SHA-MEL

13h 15m1 stop

12:25 - 22:50MEL-SHA

13h 25m1 stop

$936XiamenAir

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China Southern flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

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China Southern

22 Mar

PVG06:55Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 35m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

30 Apr

MEL10:20Melbourne

28h 35m

1 stop

PVG12:55Shanghai Pu Dong

$665

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China Southern

21 Mar

PVG22:50Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 40m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

27 Apr

MEL10:20Melbourne

32h 10m

1 stop

PVG16:30Shanghai Pu Dong

$701

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China Southern

29 Dec

SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 40m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

5 Jan

MEL11:25Melbourne

24h 50m

1 stop

SHA09:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$704

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Cathay Pacific

21 Mar

PVG07:10Shanghai Pu Dong

12h 50m

1 stop

MEL23:00Melbourne

3 May

MEL07:25Melbourne

16h 45m

1 stop

PVG22:10Shanghai Pu Dong

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Cathay Pacific

21 Mar

PVG07:10Shanghai Pu Dong

12h 50m

1 stop

MEL23:00Melbourne

27 Apr

MEL07:00Melbourne

18h 55m

2 stops

PVG23:55Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,025

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Cathay Pacific

2 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 30m

1 stop

MEL23:00Melbourne

19 Mar

MEL16:15Melbourne

23h 05m

2 stops

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Sun 22/3

06:55-21:30

1 stop35h 35m

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Thu 30/4

10:20-12:55

1 stop28h 35m

$665

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Tue 30/12

13:50-06:50

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

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11:25-09:15

1 stop24h 50m

$665

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/3

22:50-21:30

1 stop19h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

10:20-16:30

1 stop32h 10m

$701

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SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 29/12

21:50-21:30

1 stop20h 40m

Melbourne

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11:25-09:15

1 stop24h 50m

$704

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

02:15-23:35

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

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07:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

$727

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PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/3

07:10-23:00

1 stop12h 50m

Melbourne

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00:30-01:00

1 stop26h 30m

$745

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PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/3

07:10-23:00

1 stop12h 50m

Melbourne

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07:25-22:10

1 stop16h 45m

$783

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SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

18:10-11:30

1 stop14h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

13:00-16:50

1 stop30h 50m

$909

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

18:10-11:30

1 stop14h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

13:00-16:50

1 stop30h 50m

$912

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

18:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:25-22:50

1 stop13h 25m

$936

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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 $722. 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 $774.

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,070. 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 $1,780.

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 $703. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,559. 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 $1,033 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 $615 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?
The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne is 3 as of November 2025.
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
China Southern	PriceFrom $474	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 119 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $560	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $638	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,009	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 177 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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