Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Brisbane from $405

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — BNE
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 22 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$940

One-way from

$405

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,510
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/12-2/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 05m total
  • Shanghai to Brisbane
8/9
  • 8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 55m total
  • Shanghai to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($415 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Brisbane

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 August 2025.

Wed 17/1220:25PVG - BNE
1 stop33h 50mChina Southern
Mon 2/310:10BNE - PVG
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 21/8$940
Fri 5/910:40SHA - BNE
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/920:45BNE - SHA
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8$995
Fri 5/913:20SHA - BNE
1 stop19h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/919:20BNE - SHA
2 stops27h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/8$999
Wed 17/1214:45PVG - BNE
2 stops22h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/312:10BNE - PVG
1 stop13h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/8$1,032
Tue 14/1017:30PVG - BNE
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1020:55BNE - PVG
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,033
Fri 5/913:40SHA - BNE
1 stop16h 35mChina Southern
Wed 10/910:45BNE - SHA
1 stop24h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 20/8$1,035
Thu 18/902:00PVG - BNE
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1010:10BNE - PVG
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,035
Tue 16/911:50SHA - BNE
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Fri 3/1010:10BNE - SHA
1 stop25h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 20/8$1,038
Tue 16/921:55PVG - BNE
1 stop32h 20mChina Southern
Thu 2/1010:10BNE - PVG
1 stop16h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 20/8$1,038
Tue 16/913:25PVG - BNE
1 stop19h 40mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/1006:45BNE - PVG
2 stops19h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/8$1,040
Fri 19/916:00PVG - BNE
1 stop15h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 3/1011:15BNE - PVG
1 stop29h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 20/8$1,051
Wed 17/1211:50SHA - BNE
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Mon 2/323:00BNE - SHA
1 stop13h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 21/8$1,055

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Fly from

Shanghai

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Brisbane

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiBrisbane

PVG - BNE

PVGBNE

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/12

20:25-08:15

1 stop33h 50m

Brisbane

Mon 2/3

10:10-11:25

1 stop27h 15m

$940

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/9

10:40-15:50

2 stops27h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 10/9

20:45-22:20

2 stops27h 35m

$995

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/9

13:20-11:05

1 stop19h 45m

Brisbane

Wed 10/9

19:20-20:55

2 stops27h 35m

$999

ShanghaiBrisbane

PVG - BNE

PVGBNE

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/12

14:45-15:25

2 stops22h 40m

Brisbane

Mon 2/3

12:10-23:45

1 stop13h 35m

$1,032

ShanghaiBrisbane

PVG - BNE

PVGBNE

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/10

17:30-10:20

1 stop14h 50m

Brisbane

Tue 28/10

20:55-16:10

1 stop21h 15m

$1,033

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/9

13:40-08:15

1 stop16h 35m

Brisbane

Wed 10/9

10:45-09:20

1 stop24h 35m

$1,035

ShanghaiBrisbane

PVG - BNE

PVGBNE

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 18/9

02:00-21:30

1 stop17h 30m

Brisbane

Sat 4/10

10:10-00:20

1 stop16h 10m

$1,035

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 16/9

11:50-08:15

1 stop18h 25m

Brisbane

Fri 3/10

10:10-09:20

1 stop25h 10m

$1,038

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 18/9

14:50-08:15

1 stop15h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 1/10

10:45-22:20

1 stop13h 35m

$1,038

ShanghaiBrisbane

SHA - BNE

SHABNE

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/9

13:40-08:15

1 stop16h 35m

Brisbane

Sat 4/10

10:10-22:20

1 stop14h 10m

$1,038

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Brisbane

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Brisbane

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Shanghai to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 PVG to BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Brisbane in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 22 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines and China Eastern from Shanghai to Brisbane by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Brisbane. 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 into for flights to Brisbane from Shanghai?

    Most people fly into Brisbane (BNE) if they book a flight to Brisbane from Shanghai. On average, Brisbane has 1 inbound flight from Shanghai per day from 2 airlines. Brisbane is conveniently located just 12.3 km from Brisbane’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Brisbane?

    There are many flights that can get you from Shanghai to Brisbane in 19h 45m. Fly via China Southern or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance from Shanghai to Brisbane is about 7331 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $715, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Shanghai to Brisbane and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on China Eastern for as low as $1,410. Singapore Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Shanghai to Brisbane?

    Before booking your flight to Brisbane from Shanghai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (52%), Air France (52%), China Eastern( 52%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Brisbane?

    The cheapest flight price from Shanghai to Brisbane is $728. On average you can expect to pay $1,590. The most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Brisbane), can usually be booked for $967.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Brisbane 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 Shanghai to Brisbane?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Shanghai to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to Brisbane

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$715Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$1,410Average$1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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