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Cheap flights from Adelaide to China from $709

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — PVG
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Adelaide to China flight deals. Data was last updated 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$709

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,123

Good round-trip deal

$1,255 or less
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 12/8-20/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 05m total
  • Adelaide to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($414 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($112 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Adelaide to China.

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Tue 12/809:50ADL - PVG
1 stop17h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 20/815:25PVG - ADL
1 stop14h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4$709
Tue 12/812:15ADL - PVG
2 stops24h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 20/807:20PVG - ADL
2 stops22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4$807
Tue 12/814:10ADL - SHA
2 stops23h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 20/813:20SHA - ADL
2 stops23h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4$828
Tue 27/508:45ADL - PEK
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/614:30PEK - ADL
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$842
Sun 25/507:40ADL - SHA
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/618:10SHA - ADL
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$915
Tue 12/812:15ADL - PVG
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/815:25PVG - ADL
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$920
Tue 12/809:10ADL - PVG
1 stop22h 55mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/800:35PVG - ADL
1 stop29h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4$943
Sun 11/506:25ADL - CAN
3 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/505:55CAN - ADL
3 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$974
Fri 6/606:00ADL - PEK
2 stops31h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/612:05PEK - ADL
2 stops26h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4$977
Fri 6/617:35ADL - PEK
1 stop30h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 11/608:55PEK - ADL
1 stop29h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4$985
Thu 15/506:00ADL - CAN
2 stops40h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 31/510:10CAN - ADL
2 stops22h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/4$1,012
Sun 1/609:50ADL - CAN
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 9/614:35CAN - ADL
1 stop14h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,148

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Adelaide to China that are best for you.

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Adelaide

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China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 12/8

09:50-01:20

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 20/8

15:25-07:00

1 stop14h 05m

$709

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 12/8

12:15-11:05

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 20/8

07:20-07:15

2 stops22h 25m

$807

AdelaideBeijing

ADL - PEK

ADLPEK

Adelaide

Tue 27/5

08:45-10:25

2 stops27h 10m

Beijing Capital

Tue 3/6

14:30-17:15

2 stops25h 15m

$842

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Sun 25/5

07:40-14:45

2 stops32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 24/6

18:10-19:10

2 stops23h 30m

$915

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 12/8

12:15-00:20

2 stops37h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 20/8

15:25-07:00

1 stop14h 05m

$920

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 12/8

09:10-06:35

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 19/8

00:35-07:25

1 stop29h 20m

$943

AdelaideGuangzhou

ADL - CAN

ADLCAN

Adelaide

Sun 11/5

06:25-02:00

3 stops45h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 14/5

05:55-06:15

3 stops46h 50m

$974

AdelaideBeijing

ADL - PEK

ADLPEK

Adelaide

Fri 6/6

06:00-12:25

2 stops31h 55m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/6

12:05-15:35

2 stops26h 00m

$977

AdelaideBeijing

ADL - PEK

ADLPEK

Adelaide

Fri 6/6

17:35-23:00

1 stop30h 55m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/6

08:55-16:20

1 stop29h 55m

$985

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Sun 1/6

19:00-12:05

2 stops42h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/6

13:20-15:35

2 stops24h 45m

$1,045

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/4

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Adelaide to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to China?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to China (average of $524). Flying from Adelaide to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 ADL to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

When flying from Adelaide to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China 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 China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, 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 China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and China Southern from Adelaide to China. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to China. 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 from for flights from Adelaide to China?

    Most people fly from Adelaide (ADL) if they book a flight from Adelaide to China. Adelaide is conveniently located just 6.6 km from Adelaide’s city centre.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to China 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 Adelaide to China?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to China (average of $524). Flying from Adelaide to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 7 airlines flying from Adelaide to China

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$598Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$657Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China SouthernCheapest$907Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$909Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$942Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$959Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,009Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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