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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai, China from $712

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — SHA
29 Dec — 5 Jan1
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 24 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,184

One-way from

$712

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,935
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 11/2-20/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • Adelaide to Shanghai
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6/1
  • 6/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 25m 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 24 December 2024.

Fri 27/1206:10ADL - PVG
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/116:30PVG - ADL
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$1,839
Fri 27/1206:10ADL - SHA
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/112:10SHA - ADL
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12$2,525
Fri 27/1218:05ADL - PVG
2 stops21h 35mChina Southern
Fri 10/106:55PVG - ADL
1 stop24h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 23/12$2,937
Fri 27/1206:00ADL - SHA
2 stops18h 45mChina Southern
Fri 10/116:50SHA - ADL
1 stop14h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 24/12$3,052
Fri 27/1210:10ADL - PVG
1 stop14h 40mSingapore Airlines
Thu 9/100:10PVG - ADL
2 stops19h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/12$5,579

Find flights from Adelaide to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide to Shanghai 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, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 December 2024.

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AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Tue 11/2

18:05-19:20

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/2

21:50-11:20

2 stops35h 00m

$1,184

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sun 2/3

11:00-01:05

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/3

02:15-07:15

2 stops26h 30m

$1,250

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Sat 15/2

14:40-09:55

2 stops21h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 22/2

20:25-21:50

2 stops22h 55m

$1,282

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sun 2/3

18:35-12:45

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/3

16:25-12:40

2 stops17h 45m

$1,283

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 13/1

11:30-00:25

1 stop15h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 28/1

18:05-11:20

2 stops38h 45m

$2,037

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 6/1

07:15-16:10

1 stop35h 25m

$712

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 6/1

14:50-14:20

3 stops26h 00m

$712

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Sun 5/1

18:05-19:20

2 stops27h 45m

$903

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sun 5/1

06:00-18:05

1 stop14h 35m

$1,234

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Deals found on 23/12

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Travel insights for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Adelaide to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 24 December 2024.

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 24 December 2024.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,330 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,330 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,330 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

China Southern
7.5
Good
89 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,330 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

China Eastern
7.0
Good
143 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,330 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

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?

    China Southern, at $1,184, was found to be the cheapest airline from Adelaide to Shanghai. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be 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 $143 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 24 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$732Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$744Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$839Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China SouthernCheapest$884Average$1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$966Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$1,008Average$1,848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,011Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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