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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai, China from $855

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — SHA
8 Apr — 15 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$855

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,142
22/5-29/5
  • 22/5-29/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 30m total
  • Adelaide to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 April 2025.

Thu 22/507:15ADL - SHA
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/516:10SHA - ADL
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$855
Mon 14/419:00ADL - PVG
2 stops28h 40mCathay Pacific
Fri 18/417:40PVG - ADL
2 stops23h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/4$1,358
Mon 14/419:00ADL - PVG
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 17/402:00PVG - ADL
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$1,395
Sat 13/1211:00ADL - PVG
1 stop16h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 9/102:15PVG - ADL
1 stop27h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,589
Sat 13/1211:30ADL - PVG
1 stop28h 10mChina Southern
Sat 10/120:25PVG - ADL
1 stop35h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 2/4$1,646
Sun 13/417:35ADL - PVG
1 stop14h 30mSingapore Airlines
Fri 18/400:35PVG - ADL
1 stop38h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/4$2,671

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Adelaide

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Thu 22/5

07:15-22:40

2 stops16h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/5

16:10-17:15

2 stops23h 35m

$855

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 14/4

19:00-22:10

2 stops28h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 18/4

17:40-18:35

2 stops23h 25m

$1,358

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 14/4

19:00-01:00

2 stops31h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 17/4

02:00-06:10

2 stops26h 40m

$1,395

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 14/4

09:50-01:20

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 18/4

15:25-07:00

1 stop14h 05m

$1,698

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sun 13/4

17:35-06:35

1 stop14h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 18/4

00:35-16:20

1 stop38h 15m

$2,671

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Adelaide to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai (average of $524). Flying from Adelaide to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ADL to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Adelaide to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Adelaide to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 3 April 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,287 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,287 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,287 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
842 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,287 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,287 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai from Adelaide, you will be flying from Adelaide, which is the city’s only airport. Adelaide (ADL) is located 6.6 km from the centre of Adelaide. There are 0 flights from Adelaide to Shanghai per day from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Adelaide to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cathay Pacific, at $1,358, was found to be the cheapest airline from Adelaide to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    Flights departing from Adelaide and landing in Shanghai stopover in Singapore most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay, by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $132 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Adelaide to Shanghai flights?

    Adelaide to Shanghai flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai (average of $524). Flying from Adelaide to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Adelaide to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Adelaide to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 3 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$731Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$734Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China SouthernCheapest$923Average$1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$959Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$984Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$989Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,471Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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