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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from $396

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). 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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$676

One-way from

$396

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$934
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 23/11-2/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 21/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($223 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Wed 5/1123:30MEL - SHA
1 stop16h 50mChina Southern
Fri 21/1120:50SHA - MEL
1 stop21h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$673
Sun 23/1123:30MEL - SHA
1 stop16h 50mChina Southern
Tue 2/1221:50SHA - MEL
1 stop20h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 16/9$676
Mon 24/1123:30MEL - SHA
1 stop20h 55mChina Southern
Fri 12/1220:05SHA - MEL
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$678
Fri 7/1120:15MEL - SHA
1 stop27h 40mAir China
Sun 30/1117:30SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 10mAir China
Deal found 16/9$679
Sat 15/1123:30MEL - SHA
1 stop15h 45mChina Southern
Sat 29/1121:50SHA - MEL
1 stop20h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$681
Sun 2/1112:25MEL - SHA
1 stop31h 10mXiamenAir
Sun 9/1121:45SHA - MEL
1 stop33h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 15/9$685
Wed 22/1021:00MEL - SHA
1 stop17h 55mAir China
Tue 2/1214:25SHA - MEL
1 stop22h 20mAir China
Deal found 15/9$703
Sun 2/1120:15MEL - SHA
1 stop19h 40mAir China
Sun 9/1119:25SHA - MEL
1 stop17h 15mAir China
Deal found 16/9$706
Fri 14/1123:30MEL - SHA
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Fri 28/1120:50SHA - MEL
1 stop21h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$710
Wed 29/1020:15MEL - SHA
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1121:30SHA - MEL
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$716

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Price

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

23:30-17:25

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/12

20:05-21:30

1 stop22h 25m

$678

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

23:30-14:10

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 28/11

20:50-21:30

1 stop21h 40m

$710

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

12:25-16:35

1 stop31h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/11

10:10-10:25

1 stop21h 15m

$776

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

23:30-12:15

1 stop15h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 24/11

11:25-23:35

2 stops33h 10m

$838

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

12:35-08:50

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/11

21:45-10:25

1 stop33h 40m

$842

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 3/10

11:35-08:50

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/10

21:45-10:25

1 stop33h 40m

$847

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

08:00-09:00

2 stops28h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/11

18:10-06:00

2 stops32h 50m

$853

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

08:00-09:45

2 stops28h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/11

17:15-06:00

2 stops33h 45m

$854

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

07:30-17:25

2 stops35h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

17:15-21:20

2 stops25h 05m

$871

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

20:15-09:55

1 stop16h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 21/11

19:05-23:35

2 stops25h 30m

$872

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $453). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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 MEL to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern and China Eastern from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

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
110 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

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
166 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    China Southern and XiamenAir can get you from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in just under 20h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 15m. Melbourne Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 8032 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $324, AirAsia X will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and back. In addition to AirAsia X, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hainan Airlines and Sichuan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $428 and $445, respectively. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with XiamenAir, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $409. China Southern flights start at $450 while deals on Air China start at $451 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Most of the time, Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Guangzhou. Xiamen sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Hong Kong comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong travellers tend to visit Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens more than any other attractions. Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens can be accessed by travelling approximately 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 24.7 km, respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport stopover in Beijing least frequently. Chengdu is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Haikou ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl 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 Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $453). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl. 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 18 September 2025.
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AirAsia XCheapest$324Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$428Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$445Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$478Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest$493Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$529Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapest$567Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$575Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$607Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$624Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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