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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai, China from $545

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — SHA
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 August 2026.

Mon 14/910:30 -
1 stop25h 20m
Thu 17/916:50 -
2 stops19h 15m
Deal found 4/8$959
Mon 12/1018:35 -
1 stop23h 00m
Sun 1/1100:10 -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 5/8$1,034
Tue 8/907:15 -
2 stops16h 55m
Wed 16/916:10 -
2 stops28h 15m
Deal found 2/8$1,035
Wed 12/809:45 -
1 stop16h 55m
Sun 16/815:25 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 31/7$1,054
Mon 12/1018:30 -
2 stops30h 40m
Mon 2/1118:10 -
2 stops21h 45m
Deal found 5/8$1,076
Fri 14/807:15 -
2 stops16h 55m
Mon 17/818:10 -
2 stops26h 15m
Deal found 2/8$1,085
Sat 29/809:45 -
1 stop16h 55m
Fri 4/902:10 -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 31/7$1,088
Sat 15/806:05 -
2 stops32h 25m
Tue 25/822:05 -
1 stop33h 20m
Deal found 5/8$1,099
Sun 9/821:50 -
2 stops28h 00m
Sun 16/806:55 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 2/8$1,100
Sat 29/807:40 -
2 stops16h 30m
Sat 5/918:10 -
2 stops18h 05m
Deal found 31/7$1,116
Sat 8/806:05 -
2 stops28h 45m
Sat 15/821:45 -
1 stop33h 40m
Deal found 1/8$1,122
Wed 14/1010:45 -
1 stop16h 55m
Sat 24/1002:15 -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 4/8$1,137

Find flight deals from Adelaide to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$959

One-way from

$545

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$849
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 14/9-17/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • Adelaide to Shanghai
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8/9
  • 8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 10m total
  • Adelaide to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide to Shanghai 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 6 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Tue 8/9

07:15-22:40

2 stops16h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

16:10-21:55

2 stops28h 15m

$1,035

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

18:35-15:05

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/11

00:10-17:20

1 stop14h 40m

$1,082

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Thu 10/9

07:15-08:50

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/9

18:10-21:55

2 stops26h 15m

$1,132

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sat 29/8

18:30-00:05

2 stops31h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 5/9

17:45-10:35

1 stop15h 20m

$1,164

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Tue 8/9

14:30-10:20

2 stops21h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

13:50-08:55

1 stop17h 35m

$1,174

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 31/8

10:30-11:20

1 stop26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 30/9

14:50-08:55

1 stop16h 35m

$1,187

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

17:05-10:20

2 stops19h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

21:50-08:00

2 stops31h 40m

$1,210
Fastest return journey

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Fri 20/11

10:15-22:20

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/5

14:30-07:25

1 stop15h 25m

$1,234

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 14/9

06:25-22:40

2 stops17h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 17/9

16:10-18:55

2 stops25h 15m

$1,254

AdelaideShanghai

ADL Adelaide - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Sat 10/10

10:45-01:10

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/10

02:15-08:10

1 stop27h 25m

$1,298

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Adelaide to Shanghai

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai (average of $762). Flying from Adelaide to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,631). 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 ADL to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 August 2026.

When flying from Adelaide to Shanghai, 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 Adelaide to Shanghai?

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.
Adelaide to Shanghai flights typically cost between $729 and $849 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $959 on China Southern (14 Sept–17 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 6 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Adelaide to Shanghai, such as Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,439 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Southern
7.4
Good
168 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
231 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
314 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai from Adelaide, you will be flying from Adelaide, which is the city’s only airport. Adelaide (ADL) is located 6.6 km from the centre of Adelaide. There are 0 flights from Adelaide to Shanghai per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    Airlines like Singapore Airlines and China Southern fly from Adelaide to Shanghai in about 21h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 40m. There are 7566 km between Adelaide and Shanghai. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    China Southern, at $599, was found to be the cheapest airline from Adelaide to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines. China Southern is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Adelaide to Shanghai are China Southern ($255), Singapore Airlines ($457), and China Eastern ($515).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Shanghai 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 Adelaide to Shanghai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai (average of $762). Flying from Adelaide to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,631). 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 5 airlines flying from Adelaide to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Adelaide to Shanghai. 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$599Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$640Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$722Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$971Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest$1,061Average$1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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