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Cheap flights from Adelaide to China from $483

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 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — SHA
28 Jul — 4 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals 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 28 June 2026.

Mon 10/810:30
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop15h 20m
China Southern
Wed 19/806:55
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop24h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 23/6$722
Tue 11/809:45
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 18/815:25
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop14h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/6$789
Thu 13/810:30
ADL
-
SHA
1 stop25h 20m
China Southern
Tue 18/821:45
SHA
-
ADL
1 stop33h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 25/6$789
Tue 11/809:45
ADL
-
CAN
1 stop28h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 18/814:25
CAN
-
ADL
1 stop15h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/6$834
Tue 4/809:45
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop16h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 27/815:25
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop14h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/6$839
Wed 26/809:45
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 2/915:25
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop14h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/6$845
Tue 18/809:45
ADL
-
CAN
1 stop28h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 25/814:25
CAN
-
ADL
1 stop15h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/6$845
Wed 5/809:45
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 20/815:25
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop14h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/6$848
Sat 8/809:45
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Sat 15/815:25
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop14h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/6$864
Fri 17/709:30
ADL
-
CAN
1 stop15h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 27/709:00
CAN
-
ADL
1 stop21h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/6$871
Thu 27/809:45
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop16h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 30/802:10
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop27h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/6$890
Tue 1/909:45
ADL
-
PVG
1 stop16h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 10/915:25
PVG
-
ADL
1 stop14h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/6$894

Find flight deals from Adelaide to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Adelaide to China flight deals. Data was last updated 28 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$722

One-way from

$483

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,728

Good round-trip deal

$1,011 or less

Good one-way deal

$518 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 10/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 50m total
  • Adelaide to China
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 00m total
  • Adelaide to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide to China 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 28 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 25/8

09:45-14:15

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

02:10-07:00

1 stop27h 20m

$897

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 25/8

09:45-14:15

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/9

15:25-07:00

1 stop14h 05m

$961

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sat 8/8

09:45-01:10

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 15/8

15:25-07:00

1 stop14h 05m

$965

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Sat 10/10

11:30-11:20

1 stop26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/10

20:50-09:55

1 stop34h 35m

$997

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Wed 26/8

17:10-01:10

2 stops33h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 30/8

02:10-07:00

1 stop27h 20m

$1,008

AdelaideGuangzhou

ADL - CAN

ADLCAN

Adelaide

Thu 3/9

17:10-13:10

2 stops21h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 14/9

14:25-07:00

1 stop15h 05m

$1,009

AdelaideBeijing

ADL - PEK

ADLPEK

Adelaide

Wed 2/9

09:10-23:00

1 stop15h 20m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/9

16:35-16:20

1 stop22h 15m

$1,051

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 10/8

06:05-22:20

2 stops17h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 19/8

11:50-08:55

1 stop19h 35m

$1,060

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 1/9

09:45-01:10

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

02:10-21:30

2 stops41h 50m

$1,064

AdelaideShanghai

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

11:30-00:20

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/11

22:50-08:00

2 stops30h 40m

$1,071

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Adelaide with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to China (average of $478). Flying from Adelaide to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,006). 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.

How often are flights from Adelaide to China delayed?

About 2% of weekly flights between Adelaide and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Adelaide to China flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Adelaide to China flights?

Over the past year, China Southern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Adelaide to China?

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Adelaide to China. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 28 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from Adelaide to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,394 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to China?

    Departing from Adelaide to China will take you 15h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8634 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 to fly from Adelaide to China one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $261. Users have also found prices from $421 and $455 on Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Adelaide to China?

    While some choose either Adelaide - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Adelaide - Shanghai Pu Dong, Adelaide - Guangzhou Baiyun is the most popular route from Adelaide to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to China that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to China?

    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to China (average of $478). Flying from Adelaide to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,006). 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 5 airlines flying from Adelaide to China

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Adelaide to China. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 28 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$539Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$645Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$673Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$756Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest$1,085Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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