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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China to Melbourne Airport from $339

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$686

One-way from

$339

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$997
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 12/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 30m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 10m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($201 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Tue 12/516:10
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 25m
XiamenAir
Sun 17/511:35
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop13h 05m
XiamenAir
Deal found 15/1$686
Thu 14/518:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 30m
China Southern
Sun 17/510:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop14h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$699
Thu 5/316:10
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 15m
XiamenAir
Fri 5/611:35
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop13h 05m
XiamenAir
Deal found 14/1$701
Wed 18/320:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop21h 40m
China Southern
Mon 23/323:30
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop23h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$705
Wed 13/508:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop21h 50m
China Southern
Sun 17/510:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop29h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 15/1$758
Sun 1/321:45
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop33h 40m
XiamenAir
Sun 8/312:25
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop23h 25m
XiamenAir
Deal found 15/1$801
Sun 1/319:40
SHA
-
MEL
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/322:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$867
Sat 28/216:10
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 15m
XiamenAir
Sat 7/312:25
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop29h 10m
XiamenAir
Deal found 14/1$882
Sun 8/216:10
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 15m
XiamenAir
Mon 16/212:25
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop27h 15m
XiamenAir
Deal found 15/1$903

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne 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 16 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Price

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/5

16:10-09:35

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

11:35-22:40

1 stop13h 05m

$686

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

16:10-10:25

1 stop15h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

11:35-22:40

1 stop13h 05m

$701

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/3

20:50-21:30

1 stop21h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

23:30-20:20

1 stop23h 50m

$705

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 13/5

08:50-08:40

1 stop21h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

10:20-13:20

1 stop29h 00m

$758

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/3

21:45-10:25

1 stop33h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

12:25-08:50

1 stop23h 25m

$801

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

16:50-19:20

1 stop24h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:00-18:25

1 stop23h 25m

$844

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/3

19:40-05:00

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

22:20-14:10

1 stop18h 50m

$867

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/2

16:10-10:25

1 stop15h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

12:25-14:35

1 stop29h 10m

$882

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/2

16:10-10:25

1 stop15h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

12:25-12:40

1 stop27h 15m

$903

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

09:00-15:10

1 stop27h 10m

$378

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $463). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $810). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern and China Eastern from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.3
Good
133 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
China Southern
7.3
Good
133 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
133 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
189 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
133 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne. 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like XiamenAir and China Southern fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 15h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8032 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $468, China Southern will fly you from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from XiamenAir and China Eastern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $625 and $960, respectively. China Southern is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $211 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia X. You may also be able to find cheap deals on VietJet Air and Hainan Airlines, with prices starting from $247 and $247, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $463). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $810). 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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China SouthernCheapest$468Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$625Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$960Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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