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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport from $249

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SHA — MEL
25 May — 1 Jun1
1 adult
Sat 25/5
Sat 1/6

The best prices from Shanghai to Melbourne are usually found in June or March, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 May 2024.

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,718

Round-trip from

$195
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport?

Users have found that flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 37% by booking at least 26 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $804.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai average $1,027. You can even find prices in May for less than $1,027, as users have found deals to Melbourne Airport from as low as $512. The month of February appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 57%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport (SHA - MEL)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 46% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap China Southern flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Southern for the route between Shanghai and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest China Southern flights we've detected travelling from Shanghai to Melbourne. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Mon 17/621:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Wed 17/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$548
Mon 17/606:55PVG - MEL
1 stop34h 25mChina Southern
Sun 21/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$550
Wed 19/616:50SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 50mChina Southern
Thu 18/710:20MEL - SHA
1 stop25h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$565
Wed 19/621:55PVG - MEL
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Fri 19/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$571
Sun 16/606:55PVG - MEL
1 stop23h 45mChina Southern
Wed 17/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$620
Fri 21/621:55PVG - MEL
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Wed 17/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$683
Sat 25/518:25PVG - MEL
1 stop22h 55mChina Southern
Wed 29/510:20MEL - PVG
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 18/5$932
Sat 25/521:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Wed 29/510:20MEL - PVG
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$974
Sat 25/516:55PVG - MEL
2 stops24h 25mChina Southern
Wed 29/509:00MEL - PVG
2 stops37h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$1,743

Cheap XiamenAir flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by XiamenAir for the route between Shanghai and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest XiamenAir flights travelling from Shanghai to Melbourne. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sun 16/614:10SHA - MEL
1 stop17h 25mXiamenAir
Tue 16/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop25h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 19/5$621
Sun 16/614:10SHA - MEL
1 stop17h 25mXiamenAir
Wed 17/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop23h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 19/5$624
Tue 30/718:10SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Tue 1/1011:35MEL - SHA
1 stop23h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 19/5$943
Tue 9/718:10SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Sun 14/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop23h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 18/5$1,140
Fri 7/618:10SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Wed 12/611:35MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 19/5$1,374
Mon 21/1018:10SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Thu 31/1012:30MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 18/5$1,725
Mon 8/718:10SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Thu 11/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 18/5$2,097
Sun 20/1018:10SHA - MEL
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Thu 31/1012:30MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 18/5$3,978

Cheap Shanghai to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Shanghai to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Prices were last updated on 20 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Shanghai to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 16/613:10PVG - MEL
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$494
Wed 19/615:10PVG - MEL
1 stop21h 10mSichuan Airlines
Thu 18/720:20MEL - PVG
1 stop25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/5$502
Wed 19/611:55PVG - MEL
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$526
Mon 17/621:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Wed 17/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$548
Mon 17/606:55PVG - MEL
1 stop34h 25mChina Southern
Sun 21/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$550
Tue 18/606:40PVG - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$551
Mon 17/620:00SHA - MEL
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$554
Mon 17/620:00SHA - MEL
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$556
Fri 21/613:10PVG - MEL
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$560

Shanghai to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Shanghai and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Shanghai to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 16/613:10PVG - MEL
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$494
Wed 19/615:10PVG - MEL
1 stop21h 10mSichuan Airlines
Thu 18/720:20MEL - PVG
1 stop25h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/5$502
Wed 19/611:55PVG - MEL
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$526
Mon 17/621:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Wed 17/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$548
Mon 17/606:55PVG - MEL
1 stop34h 25mChina Southern
Sun 21/710:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$550
Tue 18/606:40PVG - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$551
Mon 17/620:00SHA - MEL
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$554
Mon 17/620:00SHA - MEL
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/711:35MEL - SHA
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$556
Fri 21/613:10PVG - MEL
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/719:45MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$560

Direct flights to Melbourne from Shanghai

Discover direct flight options from Shanghai to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Shanghai to Melbourne. If you're looking for other options for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Mon 17/600:20PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Sat 20/711:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,418
Wed 19/600:20PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 16/721:30MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,419
Sun 16/620:25PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 17/711:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,429
Wed 19/620:25PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 18/721:30MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,431
Fri 15/1120:15PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 45mChina Eastern
Wed 15/122:30MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,453
Mon 3/600:20PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 11/611:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,546
Fri 21/620:25PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 35mChina Eastern
Sun 21/711:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,579
Fri 21/620:25PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 35mChina Eastern
Sat 20/711:00MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,580
Fri 21/620:25PVG - MEL
Nonstop10h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 17/721:30MEL - PVG
Nonstop10h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5$1,582

Shanghai to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Shanghai to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Shanghai to Melbourne departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 25/512:20PVG - MEL
1 stop20h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 29/514:25MEL - PVG
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/5$833
Sat 25/513:20SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 29/514:25MEL - SHA
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/5$833
Sat 25/518:25PVG - MEL
1 stop22h 55mChina Southern
Wed 29/510:20MEL - PVG
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 18/5$932
Sat 25/521:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Wed 29/510:20MEL - PVG
1 stop36h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$974
Sat 25/519:05PVG - MEL
1 stop14h 10mCathay Pacific
Wed 29/518:00MEL - PVG
2 stops20h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/5$990
Sat 25/513:20SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 29/514:25MEL - SHA
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/5$1,040
Sat 25/514:30PVG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 29/506:00MEL - PVG
2 stops18h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/5$1,093
Sat 25/513:20SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 29/518:00MEL - SHA
2 stops20h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/5$1,093
Sat 25/515:10PVG - MEL
1 stop15h 25mVietnam Airlines
Tue 28/500:30MEL - PVG
1 stop15h 55mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 18/5$1,625

One-way flights to Melbourne from Shanghai

Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Shanghai to Melbourne can select one of these great deals. Those needing a return flight from Shanghai to Melbourne can use the search form above.
Sat 25/521:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 18/5$249
Mon 17/601:35PVG - MEL
1 stop25h 55mAirAsia X
Deal found 19/5$251
Tue 25/606:40PVG - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$252
Tue 18/606:40PVG - MEL
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5$264
Mon 24/613:50SHA - MEL
1 stop16h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 18/5$282
Sat 22/620:50SHA - MEL
1 stop20h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 18/5$284
Thu 27/621:55PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 18/5$285
Thu 27/622:00SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 18/5$287
Tue 18/620:00SHA - MEL
1 stop34h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5$300

Find flights from Shanghai to Melbourne within your budget

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, Cheapflights users made 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$494 - $813

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Shanghai Pu DongMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 16/6

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 16/7

1 stop22h 25m

$494

Shanghai Pu DongMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 19/6

1 stop21h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 18/7

1 stop25h 55m

$502

Shanghai Pu DongMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/6

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 17/7

1 stop16h 00m

$548

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 16/6

1 stop17h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 16/7

1 stop25h 25m

$621

Shanghai Pu DongMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 16/6

1 stop20h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 15/7

1 stop16h 15m

$666

Shanghai Pu DongMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/6

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 9/6

1 stop28h 05m

$680

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/6

1 stop27h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 11/6

1 stop29h 10m

$763

Shanghai Pu DongMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/7

1 stop18h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 14/7

1 stop19h 20m

$798

Shanghai Pu DongMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 21/6

1 stop14h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 20/7

1 stop14h 50m

$813

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 19/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Shanghai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Shanghai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Shanghai to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Melbourne is currently $273 while a return flight costs $654. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport (average of $131). Flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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.

January

$233

February

$202

March

$232

April

$211

May

$196

June

$209

July

$227

August

$200

September

$223

October

$221

November

$236

December

$261

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 20 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, XiamenAir and Air China from Shanghai to Melbourne to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
574 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,077 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Vietnam Airlines
7.7
Good
291 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
961 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very Good
574 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $494, but on average you can expect to pay $569.

  • Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport under $1,500. A good price for a direct flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport is less than $1,627.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $900.

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

    Sichuan Airlines, at $502, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and XiamenAir. Sichuan Airlines is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $249. However, be on the lookout for offers from AirAsia X and XiamenAir, as they are both options that can get you from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport?

    The most popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport are China Southern, XiamenAir and China Eastern. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does SHA to MEL mean?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is SHA and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Shanghai to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Shanghai to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Shanghai to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Shanghai to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Shanghai to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Shanghai to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Shanghai to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Shanghai to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 19/5.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Shanghai to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Melbourne. 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 529,483 searches. Data last updated 20 May 2024.
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China SouthernCheapest$512Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$627Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$795Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$863Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$877Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$985Average$1,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Melbourne. 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 May 2024.
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