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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Melbourne Airport from $368

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
11 Mar — 18 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 February 2026.

Wed 13/501:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 55m
AirAsia X
Sun 17/507:00
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop19h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 7/2$593
Sat 28/201:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
AirAsia X
Wed 11/301:00
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop30h 45m
AirAsia X
Deal found 9/2$600
Sat 23/519:00
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 12/621:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop25h 20m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 8/2$624
Sat 23/515:40
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/621:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$631
Thu 14/511:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 17/521:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop15h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 7/2$635
Thu 14/515:35
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop18h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 17/521:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop20h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 7/2$635
Wed 13/521:45
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 17/521:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop25h 20m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 6/2$637
Sat 23/516:40
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop17h 20m
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 12/621:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop20h 05m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 8/2$637
Fri 6/301:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
AirAsia X
Sat 14/306:15
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 7/2$643
Wed 1/406:55
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop34h 25m
China Southern
Thu 9/410:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop32h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 8/2$648
Sat 23/518:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 30m
China Southern
Fri 12/610:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop14h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 8/2$650
Mon 9/318:10
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop13h 15m
XiamenAir
Sat 14/312:25
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop23h 25m
XiamenAir
Deal found 8/2$657

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) 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 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$593

One-way from

$368

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,107
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 13/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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3/3
  • 3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 40m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($252 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai 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 February 2026.
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Depart

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Price

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

01:35-20:30

1 stop16h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

07:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

$593

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 14/5

11:25-12:00

1 stop22h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-10:20

1 stop15h 00m

$635

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/3

22:05-13:00

1 stop35h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

21:20-14:00

1 stop18h 40m

$635

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

15:35-12:00

1 stop18h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-15:25

1 stop20h 05m

$635

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

21:45-12:00

1 stop36h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-20:40

1 stop25h 20m

$637

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 23/5

16:40-12:00

1 stop17h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

21:20-15:25

1 stop20h 05m

$637

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

21:50-19:20

1 stop19h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

10:20-11:20

1 stop27h 00m

$638

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/3

12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

12:25-14:35

1 stop29h 10m

$664

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 13/5

13:20-11:15

1 stop19h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

07:25-20:55

1 stop15h 30m

$745

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/3

01:35-05:40

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

07:00-00:20

1 stop19h 20m

$775

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport (average of $348). Flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $752). 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 Shanghai 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 February 2026.

When flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern and China Eastern from Shanghai 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
137 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.0

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
137 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.0

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
192 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.0

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 Shanghai 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 to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like AirAsia X and Shenzhen Airlines fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport in about 16h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 40m. The distance from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport is about 8011 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    China Southern, at $446, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include XiamenAir and China Eastern. China Southern is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia X, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $197. However, be on the lookout for offers from VietJet Air and Sichuan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne?

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport (average of $348). Flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $752). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Shanghai to Melbourne

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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$387Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$446Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$596Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$939Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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