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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai from $428

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Shanghai are usually found in October or July, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

00:35-12:45

1 stop15h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 15/3

11:35-15:10

1 stop24h 35m

$675

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

21:30-15:15

1 stop20h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 18/3

16:30-14:45

1 stop19h 15m

$680

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Fri 3/1

06:15-00:20

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/1

06:00-05:00

1 stop20h 00m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

23:35-13:25

1 stop15h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/5

08:05-04:20

1 stop18h 15m

$723

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

20:15-09:55

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/4

20:25-15:35

1 stop16h 10m

$740

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Mon 20/1

23:30-13:10

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 14/2

17:00-14:55

1 stop18h 55m

$742

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 12/1

20:45-22:55

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/1

09:00-15:10

1 stop27h 10m

$774

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

20:15-09:55

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/3

20:25-19:35

2 stops20h 10m

$789

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

22:30-06:00

Nonstop10h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/3

00:15-14:05

Nonstop10h 50m

$798

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

00:30-14:15

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 14/3

02:15-09:25

1 stop28h 10m

$804

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$675

One-way from

$428

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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 26/2-15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Sun 1/1221:30MEL - PVG
1 stop20h 45mSichuan Airlines
Sat 14/1216:30PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/11$722
Sun 24/1101:30MEL - PVG
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/1208:15PVG - MEL
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$725
Sun 1/1209:15MEL - SHA
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/1218:05SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$826
Sun 1/1223:30MEL - PVG
1 stop25h 05mChina Southern
Sun 8/1220:25PVG - MEL
1 stop22h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$915
Sat 23/1105:55MEL - PVG
1 stop30h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 6/1210:50PVG - MEL
1 stop14h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 19/11$926
Wed 4/1212:35MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Wed 11/1210:10SHA - MEL
1 stop21h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 19/11$1,007
Wed 27/1101:30MEL - PVG
1 stop26h 25mVietJet Air
Fri 27/1201:55PVG - MEL
1 stop18h 40mVietJet Air
Deal found 19/11$1,047
Sun 1/1206:15MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 05mAirAsia X
Sat 7/1206:00PVG - MEL
1 stop20h 00mAirAsia X
Deal found 19/11$1,125
Wed 4/1220:15MEL - SHA
1 stop18h 40mAir China
Sat 19/419:45SHA - MEL
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 20/11$1,182
Mon 25/1122:30MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 22/1200:15PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$1,216
Sun 1/1212:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 17/320:00PVG - MEL
Nonstop11h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,239
Fri 27/1209:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 10mJuneyao Airlines
Tue 31/1217:30PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 30mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,244

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai (average of $524). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $913). 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 MEL to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 20 November 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

The most flights from MEL to CN2 are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 20 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Air China and Sichuan Airlines from Melbourne to Shanghai to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Garuda Indonesia
7.9
Good
89 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Hainan Airlines
7.7
Good
43 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
820 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Sichuan Airlines, at $680, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include AirAsia X and Singapore Airlines. Users have found that Sichuan Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai are Sichuan Airlines ($428), XiamenAir ($434), and China Southern ($465).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai are Air France (72%), Qantas Airways (72%) and China Eastern (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai is generally $1,925, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $391. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay $508 for that flight.

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

    Of the flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai that have stopovers, most of them stop in Guangzhou. Xiamen sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai. Haikou comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Shanghai flights.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Shanghai flights have a stopover in Chengdu least often. Singapore follows Chengdu in terms of the least common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Shanghai flights. Beijing ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Melbourne Airport to Shanghai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai (average of $524). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $913). 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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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$410Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$421Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$483Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$503Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$510Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$526Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$578Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$592Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$658Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$719Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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