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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from $479

MEL — SHA
18 Nov — 25 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/1120:45 -
1 stop29h 10m
Sat 21/1109:00 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 15/10$791
Tue 3/1112:35 -
1 stop13h 15m
Sun 8/1110:10 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 18/10$800
Wed 28/1012:35 -
1 stop13h 15m
Wed 11/1112:10 -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 18/10$810
Tue 20/1012:35 -
1 stop13h 05m
Mon 2/1116:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 15/10$811
Wed 21/1012:35 -
1 stop29h 10m
Fri 23/1008:10 -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 18/10$814
Sun 1/1120:45 -
1 stop29h 10m
Sat 14/1109:00 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 17/10$817
Wed 21/1012:35 -
1 stop35h 10m
Sun 25/1021:45 -
1 stop33h 50m
Deal found 16/10$829
Sun 18/1012:35 -
1 stop29h 10m
Sun 8/1114:10 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 15/10$832
Sat 14/1112:35 -
1 stop29h 00m
Fri 20/1121:45 -
1 stop33h 50m
Deal found 14/10$833
Sat 24/1012:35 -
1 stop31h 00m
Wed 28/1014:10 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 18/10$837

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

Round-trip from

$791

One-way from

$479

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$893
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 13/11-21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 3/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 15/1

22:15-10:25

1 stop15h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$550

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

15:30-20:55

1 stop32h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$578

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Tue 1/12

20:45-22:55

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$616

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

07:45-12:20

2 stops31h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$642

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Thu 29/10

06:45-12:20

2 stops32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$650

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

16:30-12:20

2 stops46h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$650

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

20:45-15:25

2 stops21h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$705

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

18:50-12:20

2 stops20h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$735

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Thu 25/3

06:45-17:15

3 stops37h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$787
Fastest return journey

MelbourneShanghai

MEL Melbourne - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sat 2/1

12:35-22:50

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$796

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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?

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 38 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $673). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,521). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights typically cost between $791 and $1,044 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $791 on Hainan Airlines (13 Nov–21 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andChina 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,522 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
China Southern
7.4
Good
179 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
244 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.
XiamenAir
6.7
Okay
51 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,522 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mei Lin,Sept 2025

HKG - LHR

Overall, it was good. The flight was smooth, and the service was good. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre. The toilet could have been in a better condition throughout the flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Shenzhen Airlines and Cathay Pacific can get you from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in just under 15h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 25m. 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 $230, 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 $472 and $496, respectively. These flights start at 76% 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 Shenzhen Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $235. AirAsia X flights start at $254 while deals on Hong Kong Airlines start at $371 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. Hong Kong sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Hong Kong?

    Most Hong Kong visitors opt to spend their time at Shatin Baptist Church, Temple Street Night Market, and Mid-levels Escalators. Those on a layover in Hong Kong interested in visiting Shatin Baptist Church, Temple Street Night Market, or Mid-levels Escalators can do so by travelling 29.5 km, 25.8 km, and 24.5 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 Xiamen least frequently.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $673). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,521). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl on these airlines

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$230Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$472Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$496Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest$527Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$537Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$612Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapest$624Average$1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Garuda IndonesiaCheapest$657Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapest$721Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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