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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Melbourne from $309

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Vietnam Airlines Logo
15:25 - 22:50
PVG
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MEL
28h 25m
1 stop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
11:25 - 14:15
MEL
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PVG
29h 50m
1 stop
$697Vietnam Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Vietnam Airlines Logo
15:25 - 22:50
PVG
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MEL
28h 25m
1 stop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
00:50 - 14:15
MEL
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PVG
16h 25m
1 stop
$699Vietnam Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Vietnam Airlines Logo
15:50 - 22:15
PVG
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MEL
28h 25m
1 stop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:35 - 12:40
MEL
-
PVG
28h 05m
1 stop
$746Vietnam Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep
Vietnam Airlines Logo
15:25 - 09:25
PVG
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MEL
15h 00m
1 stop
Vietnam Airlines Logo
00:50 - 14:15
MEL
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PVG
16h 25m
1 stop
$793Vietnam Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
China Southern Logo
21:45 - 19:20
SHA
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MEL
19h 35m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 12:20
MEL
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SHA
28h 00m
1 stop
$831China Southern
Fri, 5 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun
China Southern Logo
20:00 - 19:20
SHA
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MEL
21h 20m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 13:20
MEL
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SHA
29h 00m
1 stop
$836China Southern
Fri, 5 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun
VietJet Air Logo
02:15 - 23:35
PVG
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MEL
18h 20m
1 stop
VietJet Air Logo
01:30 - 01:00
MEL
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PVG
26h 30m
1 stop
$855VietJet Air
Sun, 18 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
VietJet Air Logo
02:15 - 23:35
PVG
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MEL
18h 20m
1 stop
VietJet Air Logo
01:30 - 01:00
MEL
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PVG
26h 30m
1 stop
$857VietJet Air
Sun, 18 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Hainan Airlines Logo
08:30 - 14:05
SHA
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MEL
27h 35m
1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
19:45 - 22:55
MEL
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SHA
29h 10m
1 stop
$908Hainan Airlines
Thu, 18 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun
Air China Logo
18:30 - 15:40
SHA
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MEL
18h 10m
1 stop
Air China Logo
20:15 - 13:55
MEL
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SHA
20h 40m
1 stop
$917Air China
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Shanghai to Melbourne flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
7 Sept
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 55m
1 stop
MEL22:15Melbourne
9 Sept
MEL07:25Melbourne
30h 40m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,083
Cathay Pacific
7 Sept
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 55m
1 stop
MEL22:15Melbourne
9 Sept
MEL07:25Melbourne
30h 40m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,084
Cathay Pacific
19 Oct
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
MEL06:55Melbourne
21 Oct
MEL15:25Melbourne
23h 40m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,254

VietJet Air flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Our best VietJet Air deals on Shanghai to Melbourne flight tickets
VietJet Air
18 Oct
PVG02:15Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 20m
1 stop
MEL23:35Melbourne
20 Oct
MEL01:30Melbourne
26h 30m
1 stop
PVG01:00Shanghai Pu Dong
$857
VietJet Air
18 Oct
PVG02:15Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 20m
1 stop
MEL23:35Melbourne
20 Oct
MEL01:30Melbourne
26h 30m
1 stop
PVG01:00Shanghai Pu Dong
$866
VietJet Air
18 Oct
PVG02:15Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 20m
1 stop
MEL23:35Melbourne
20 Oct
MEL01:30Melbourne
26h 30m
1 stop
PVG01:00Shanghai Pu Dong
$868

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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 14 May 2026.
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ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/11

15:25-22:50

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

11:25-14:15

1 stop29h 50m

$697

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/10

15:25-22:50

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 11/11

00:50-14:15

1 stop16h 25m

$699

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/9

15:50-22:15

1 stop28h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$746
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/11

15:25-09:25

1 stop15h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

00:50-14:15

1 stop16h 25m

$793

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/6

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

10:20-12:20

1 stop28h 00m

$831

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/6

20:00-19:20

1 stop21h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

10:20-13:20

1 stop29h 00m

$836

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

02:15-23:35

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 20/10

01:30-01:00

1 stop26h 30m

$855

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/10

02:15-23:35

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 20/10

01:30-01:00

1 stop26h 30m

$857

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 18/6

08:30-14:05

1 stop27h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 28/6

19:45-22:55

1 stop29h 10m

$908

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

18:30-15:40

1 stop18h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

20:15-13:55

1 stop20h 40m

$917

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Melbourne

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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, May 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 $254. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $301.

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 $1,041. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Sunday is $2,206.

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 $1,036. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,235. 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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Cheap Shanghai to Melbourne flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne

Fastest flight time

10h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

4 airports
The fastest flight from Shanghai to Melbourne takes 10h 15m
Direct flights go from Shanghai to Melbourne every day.
There are 4 airports in Melbourne. From Shanghai there are direct flights to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Melbourne

  • 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 15m.

  • 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 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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Beijing Capital AirlinesPriceFrom $461Free cancellationRating
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Can I find flights from Shanghai to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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

How can momondo help me find flights from Shanghai to Melbourne?

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