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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China to Melbourne Airport from $349

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
1 May — 8 May1
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 1 April 2026.

Sat 13/621:50
SHA
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MEL
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/906:15
MEL
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SHA
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$784
Mon 11/509:05
SHA
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MEL
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/505:15
MEL
-
SHA
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$793
Mon 25/515:35
SHA
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MEL
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/821:35
MEL
-
SHA
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$799
Tue 12/516:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop13h 50m
China Southern
Tue 19/510:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop14h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 28/3$832
Tue 11/820:00
SHA
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MEL
1 stop21h 20m
China Southern
Tue 25/810:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop27h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 27/3$834
Mon 25/521:45
SHA
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MEL
1 stop19h 35m
China Southern
Mon 24/810:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop14h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 30/3$854
Sat 16/521:45
SHA
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MEL
1 stop19h 35m
China Southern
Sat 23/510:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop14h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 1/4$857
Fri 26/621:45
SHA
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MEL
1 stop19h 35m
China Southern
Fri 21/810:20
MEL
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SHA
1 stop25h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 29/3$859

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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$793

One-way from

$349

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,199
11/5-18/5
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($211 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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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 1 April 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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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/5

09:05-12:00

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

10:20-09:20

1 stop25h 00m

$800

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/5

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

10:20-09:20

1 stop25h 00m

$806

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 25/5

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

10:20-22:20

1 stop14h 00m

$854

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 8/5

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

10:20-10:20

1 stop26h 00m

$880

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

10:20-22:20

1 stop14h 00m

$912

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/5

12:25-14:55

1 stop24h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

07:00-10:00

2 stops29h 00m

$1,008

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 13/6

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 15/9

21:00-14:20

1 stop19h 20m

$1,040
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/4

18:10-09:35

1 stop13h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

07:40-20:30

1 stop14h 50m

$1,132

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/8

21:45-19:20

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 12/9

21:00-12:20

1 stop17h 20m

$1,145

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 20/5

13:20-22:15

1 stop30h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

07:25-12:05

1 stop30h 40m

$1,160

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of one-stop itineraries from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Chengdu (TFU) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $503.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 57m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Beijing (PEK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 03m.

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 1 April 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
7.4
Good
146 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

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 fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 19h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 8032 km.

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

    Currently priced at $384, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on China Eastern for as low as $959. China Southern is currently priced 59% 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?

    $206 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 Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from $240 and $254, 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$384Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$959Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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