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$228+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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 17/3. 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 — SYD
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Shanghai

Discover essential information about flights departing from Shanghai, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Shanghai airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 27 February 2026.

Cheapest airline

Spring Airlines
On average, Spring Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of $185).
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 February 2026.

Sat 9/501:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
AirAsia X
Sat 16/509:45
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/2$568
Tue 12/501:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
AirAsia X
Fri 15/509:45
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/2$569
Sun 8/301:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
AirAsia X
Mon 16/306:15
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 26/2$576
Sun 10/501:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
AirAsia X
Mon 18/520:50
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 24/2$583
Thu 2/401:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop28h 45m
AirAsia X
Fri 10/409:45
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop16h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 25/2$590
Tue 12/501:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/510:15
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2$592
Thu 26/316:40
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 10/420:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop19h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/2$593
Sat 9/501:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
AirAsia X
Tue 19/520:50
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/2$593
Sun 10/501:35
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 00m
AirAsia X
Sun 17/520:50
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/2$594
Mon 6/401:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 55m
AirAsia X
Sun 12/407:00
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop19h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 26/2$597
Wed 25/311:55
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop23h 35m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 11/520:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop23h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/2$599
Wed 1/413:10
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 9/420:20
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop23h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 26/2$600

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Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 27 February 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/3

01:35-05:00

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

06:15-00:20

1 stop21h 05m

$576

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/4

13:10-15:10

1 stop23h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$593

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/3

11:55-14:30

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$599

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

15:35-12:00

1 stop18h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-15:20

1 stop20h 00m

$631

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

21:45-12:00

1 stop36h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-10:20

1 stop15h 00m

$634

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/4

18:50-21:10

1 stop24h 20m

Brisbane

Fri 17/4

10:10-22:20

1 stop14h 10m

$700

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/6

08:30-14:05

1 stop27h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 30/6

19:45-22:55

1 stop29h 10m

$707

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/4

18:50-21:10

1 stop24h 20m

Brisbane

Sat 18/4

10:10-22:20

1 stop14h 10m

$710

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 13/4

21:50-21:10

1 stop21h 20m

Brisbane

Mon 20/4

10:10-22:20

1 stop14h 10m

$712

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 14/4

21:45-19:25

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/4

10:05-22:20

1 stop14h 15m

$727

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of $289). Flying from Shanghai in January will prove the most costly (average of $1,057). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

When flying from Shanghai check dates and pricing for the following: China Eastern, China Southern, Cathay Pacific, XiamenAir. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From $336
China Southern
China Southern
From $371
Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines
From $159
ANA
ANA
From $273

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Shanghai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Shanghai, such as Cathay Pacific, China Southern, andChina Eastern. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,180 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,180 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,180 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
China Southern
7.4
Good
138 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,180 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
196 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,180 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 27 February 2026.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai is May. The most expensive month for flights is January. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Shanghai?

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