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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China to Melbourne Airport from $446

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 30/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

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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 9 December 2025.

Wed 31/1214:10SHA - MEL
1 stop17h 15mXiamenAir
Thu 8/112:25MEL - SHA
1 stop31h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 8/12$900
Thu 11/1209:00SHA - MEL
1 stop27h 10mHainan Airlines
Mon 22/1222:00MEL - SHA
1 stop27h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 7/12$924
Mon 8/1221:50SHA - MEL
1 stop20h 40mChina Southern
Tue 23/1208:40MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 7/12$1,019
Tue 9/1213:50SHA - MEL
1 stop14h 00mChina Southern
Tue 23/1208:40MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 7/12$1,025
Sun 14/1221:50SHA - MEL
1 stop20h 40mChina Southern
Thu 18/1223:30MEL - SHA
1 stop20h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 8/12$1,055
Mon 8/1221:50SHA - MEL
1 stop20h 40mChina Southern
Wed 24/1211:25MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/12$1,103
Wed 10/1213:50SHA - MEL
1 stop14h 00mChina Southern
Tue 23/1208:40MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 7/12$1,124
Tue 9/1213:50SHA - MEL
1 stop14h 00mChina Southern
Wed 24/1211:25MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/12$1,127
Thu 11/1209:00SHA - MEL
1 stop27h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 21/1220:45MEL - SHA
1 stop29h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 7/12$1,147
Wed 31/1208:15SHA - MEL
3 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/112:25MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,183
Wed 10/1213:50SHA - MEL
1 stop14h 00mChina Southern
Wed 24/1211:25MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/12$1,210
Wed 31/1211:50SHA - MEL
2 stops19h 30mChina Southern
Thu 8/123:30MEL - SHA
1 stop15h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 8/12$1,277

Find 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 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$704

One-way from

$446

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$924
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 12/3-14/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 30/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 25m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($354 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 9 December 2025.
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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Hongqiao Intl

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Return

Price

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

15:50-09:45

1 stop14h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

11:25-22:15

1 stop13h 50m

$724

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

20:05-21:30

1 stop22h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

23:30-15:15

1 stop18h 45m

$725

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

22:30-23:00

1 stop21h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

15:35-12:20

1 stop23h 45m

$775

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

14:10-10:25

1 stop17h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

12:25-16:35

1 stop31h 10m

$900

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/1

07:15-20:50

3 stops34h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

15:15-22:55

2 stops34h 40m

$1,130

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 26/1

12:10-23:45

2 stops32h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

12:25-22:50

1 stop13h 25m

$1,177

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

08:15-11:55

3 stops24h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

12:25-22:50

1 stop13h 25m

$1,183

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/1

07:15-20:50

3 stops34h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

20:45-13:15

2 stops19h 30m

$1,244

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/1

16:50-22:35

2 stops26h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

23:30-10:10

1 stop13h 40m

$1,262

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

11:50-10:20

2 stops19h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

23:30-12:15

1 stop15h 45m

$1,277

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Best time to book a flight from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

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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 $467). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $817). 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 SHA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

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 9 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with 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 Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
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Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.

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 China Southern, Cathay Pacific, and XiamenAir fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 14h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 35m. 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 $630, XiamenAir will fly you from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to XiamenAir, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on China Eastern for as low as $968. XiamenAir is currently priced 38% 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?

    $213 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 $249 and $249, 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 $467). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $817). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
XiamenAirCheapest$630Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$968Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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