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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Melbourne from $262

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
27 Feb — 6 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 28 January 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 27/1$597
Sat 28/318:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/421:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1$606
Tue 3/301:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop19h 10m
AirAsia X
Sun 8/306:15
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop21h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 26/1$612
Wed 13/515:10
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 16/500:30
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop15h 55m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 26/1$620
Thu 14/511:25
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 17/521:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 25/1$638
Thu 14/515:35
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop18h 25m
Shenzhen Airlines
Sun 17/521:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop23h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 25/1$638
Sun 26/421:45
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
Shenzhen Airlines
Tue 19/521:20
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop15h 00m
Shenzhen Airlines
Deal found 27/1$641
Thu 14/508:50
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop32h 30m
China Southern
Sun 17/510:20
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop26h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 27/1$641
Sat 28/309:00
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop27h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Tue 7/419:45
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop29h 10m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 25/1$651
Wed 11/314:10
SHA
-
MEL
1 stop17h 15m
XiamenAir
Wed 18/312:25
MEL
-
SHA
1 stop13h 25m
XiamenAir
Deal found 25/1$656
Wed 5/801:35
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/800:30
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1$666
Sat 8/815:50
PVG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 22/810:35
MEL
-
PVG
1 stop28h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 26/1$669

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 (ME1). 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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$597

One-way from

$262

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,451
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 13/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 30m total
  • Shanghai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($228 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 28 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Price

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

21:45-12:00

1 stop36h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-10:20

1 stop15h 00m

$638

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 14/5

12:00-12:00

1 stop22h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-10:55

1 stop15h 35m

$638

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

15:35-12:00

1 stop18h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

21:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

$638

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 14/5

08:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

10:20-10:20

1 stop26h 00m

$641

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/3

12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

12:25-12:40

1 stop27h 15m

$718

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

10:10-10:25

1 stop21h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

12:25-10:40

1 stop25h 15m

$723

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 13/5

13:50-08:40

1 stop16h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

10:20-10:20

1 stop26h 00m

$730

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/4

15:10-14:20

1 stop21h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$818

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/4

15:10-14:20

1 stop21h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$818

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 29/4

15:10-14:20

1 stop21h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$818

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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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne (average of $389). Flying from Shanghai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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 28 January 2026.

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

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

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 28 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai to Melbourne, such as China Southern and China Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.1

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

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
136 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.1

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

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
191 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.1

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.6

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?

    Airlines like Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern, and XiamenAir fly from Shanghai to Melbourne in about 19h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h. There are 8032 km between Shanghai and Melbourne. 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 to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Shanghai to Melbourne round-trip from $451. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are XiamenAir, from $602, and China Eastern, from $924. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $199. Users have also found prices from $238 and $251 on VietJet Air and Sichuan Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to Melbourne?

    The most popular route from Shanghai to Melbourne is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - Melbourne or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Melbourne Avalon.

  • 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne (average of $389). Flying from Shanghai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$391Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$451Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$602Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$924Average$1,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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