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$201+ 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 23/2. 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
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
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 November 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$178

Cheapest round-trip flight

$988

Cheapest airline

Spring Airlines

Most popular destination

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai is currently to Guangzhou Baiyun.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai is currently to Guangzhou Baiyun.
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On average, Spring Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of $201).
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Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) is currently the most popular flight destination from Shanghai (average return price of $588).
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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 November 2025.

Thu 8/122:30SHA - TPE
1 stop13h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/108:00TPE - SHA
1 stop12h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$346
Thu 8/122:30SHA - TPE
1 stop13h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/112:25TPE - SHA
1 stop8h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$347
Sun 1/322:30SHA - TPE
1 stop11h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/308:20TPE - SHA
1 stop7h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/11$375
Tue 9/1217:40SHA - NRT
1 stop23h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 14/1219:00NRT - SHA
1 stop20h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 26/11$375
Mon 15/1220:40SHA - NRT
1 stop20h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 20/1219:00NRT - SHA
1 stop17h 25mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 26/11$377
Thu 26/322:30SHA - TPE
1 stop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 7/408:00TPE - SHA
1 stop7h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$380
Tue 6/109:55SHA - TPE
1 stop9h 15mAir Macau
Thu 8/120:10TPE - SHA
1 stop16h 40mAir Macau
Deal found 26/11$412
Wed 17/1220:55SHA - NRT
1 stop14h 00mHainan Airlines
Mon 29/1213:55NRT - SHA
1 stop9h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/11$430
Thu 15/122:30SHA - TPE
1 stop11h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/322:20TPE - SHA
1 stop14h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/11$432
Fri 6/313:35SHA - TPE
1 stop11h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/308:20TPE - SHA
1 stop7h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$434
Fri 6/314:05SHA - TPE
1 stop7h 00mAir Macau
Tue 10/322:20TPE - SHA
1 stop14h 30mAir Macau
Deal found 24/11$446
Sun 21/1219:35SHA - NRT
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/115:15NRT - SHA
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$472

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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 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiTaipei City

SHA - TPE

SHATPE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/1

22:30-11:50

1 stop13h 20m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Mon 12/1

08:00-20:55

1 stop12h 55m

$346

ShanghaiTaipei City

SHA - TPE

SHATPE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 8/1

22:30-12:20

1 stop13h 50m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Sun 11/1

12:25-20:55

1 stop8h 30m

$347

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA - NRT

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/12

20:40-18:00

1 stop20h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 14/12

19:00-14:10

1 stop20h 10m

$375

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA - NRT

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/12

12:45-18:00

1 stop28h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 15/12

19:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

$375

ShanghaiTaipei City

SHA - TPE

SHATPE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/3

22:30-08:40

1 stop10h 10m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Thu 12/3

13:20-20:55

1 stop7h 35m

$375

ShanghaiTaipei City

SHA - TPE

SHATPE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/3

22:30-09:45

1 stop11h 15m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Tue 10/3

08:20-15:20

1 stop7h 00m

$375

ShanghaiTaipei City

SHA - TPE

SHATPE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/3

22:30-09:45

1 stop11h 15m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Sun 8/3

13:20-20:55

1 stop7h 35m

$375

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA - NRT

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 15/12

20:40-18:00

1 stop20h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 20/12

19:00-11:25

1 stop17h 25m

$377

ShanghaiTaipei City

SHA - TPE

SHATPE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

22:30-11:00

1 stop12h 30m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Tue 7/4

08:00-15:35

1 stop7h 35m

$380

ShanghaiTaipei City

SHA - TPE

SHATPE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/1

09:55-19:10

1 stop9h 15m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Thu 8/1

20:10-12:50

1 stop16h 40m

$412

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of $415). Flying from Shanghai in January will prove the most costly (average of $847). 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, XiamenAir. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Melbourne.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From $450
China Southern
China Southern
From $481
Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines
From $174
XiamenAir
XiamenAir
From $624

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 China Southern and China 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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

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Related info for your journey

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 November 2025.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai is March. 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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