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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai from $897

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ADL — SHA
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
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Wed 8/5

Cheap 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 26 April 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,675

Round-trip from

$864
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Adelaide to Shanghai?

Travellers have found that booking a Sunday departure is the best way to save up to 20% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Shanghai from Adelaide average $1,192. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,192, as users have found deals to Shanghai from as low as $823. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Shanghai from Adelaide. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 43%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai (ADL - SHA)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Adelaide to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

Cheap China Southern flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Southern for the route between Adelaide and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Tue 2/706:00ADL - PVG
2 stops19h 50mChina Southern
Sat 20/706:55PVG - ADL
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4$1,323
Fri 14/606:00ADL - SHA
2 stops17h 40mChina Southern
Thu 27/616:50SHA - ADL
2 stops17h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4$1,412

Cheap Adelaide to Shanghai flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Adelaide to Shanghai specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Mon 13/507:40ADL - SHA
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/516:10SHA - ADL
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$897
Mon 13/507:05ADL - PVG
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/520:15PVG - ADL
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$907
Mon 13/521:40ADL - PVG
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/515:10PVG - ADL
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$910
Mon 13/507:05ADL - PVG
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/500:15PVG - ADL
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$920
Mon 13/516:25ADL - PVG
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/517:05PVG - ADL
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$978
Mon 13/508:05ADL - PVG
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/501:35PVG - ADL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$990
Mon 13/514:40ADL - PVG
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/515:10PVG - ADL
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,001
Mon 13/508:05ADL - PVG
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/501:35PVG - ADL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,045
Mon 13/521:40ADL - PVG
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/501:35PVG - ADL
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,110

Adelaide to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Adelaide and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.
Mon 13/507:40ADL - SHA
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/516:10SHA - ADL
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$897
Fri 14/606:00ADL - PVG
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/600:20PVG - ADL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$906
Mon 13/507:05ADL - PVG
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/520:15PVG - ADL
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$907
Mon 13/521:40ADL - PVG
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/515:10PVG - ADL
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$910
Mon 13/507:05ADL - PVG
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/500:15PVG - ADL
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$920
Mon 13/516:25ADL - PVG
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/517:05PVG - ADL
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$978
Mon 13/508:05ADL - PVG
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/501:35PVG - ADL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$990
Mon 13/514:40ADL - PVG
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/515:10PVG - ADL
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,001
Fri 14/615:00ADL - PVG
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/620:30PVG - ADL
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,026

Find flights from Adelaide to Shanghai within your budget

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 605,443 searches. Data last updated 26 April 2024.

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Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$897 - $1,443

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideShanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Mon 13/5

2 stops16h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 19/5

2 stops23h 25m

$897

AdelaideShanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 14/6

3 stops47h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/6

2 stops31h 15m

$1,069

AdelaideShanghai Pu Dong

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 2/7

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/7

2 stops22h 25m

$1,170

AdelaideShanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 14/6

2 stops16h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/6

2 stops31h 15m

$1,171

AdelaideShanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Tue 2/7

2 stops17h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 23/7

2 stops23h 15m

$1,216

AdelaideShanghai Pu Dong

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 2/7

2 stops19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/7

2 stops30h 50m

$1,323

AdelaideShanghai Pu Dong

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 2/7

1 stop13h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/7

2 stops23h 55m

$1,368

AdelaideShanghai Hongqiao Intl

ADL - SHA

ADLSHA

Adelaide

Fri 14/6

2 stops17h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/6

2 stops17h 00m

$1,412

AdelaideShanghai Pu Dong

ADL - PVG

ADLPVG

Adelaide

Tue 2/7

1 stop13h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 23/7

1 stop15h 55m

$1,443

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Deals found on 25/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 42 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Adelaide to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Adelaide to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Shanghai by month

Plan your trip from Adelaide to Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Adelaide to Shanghai is currently $0 while a return flight costs $1,230. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai (average of $432). Flying from Adelaide to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $911). 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.

January

$976

February

$795

March

$749

April

$777

May

$794

June

$917

July

$923

August

$818

September

$887

October

$663

November

$760

December

$1,399

Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

4 - 28 °C

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 26 April 2024.
Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,003 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

An extremely overweight person booked the middle seat, right next to me. Something needs to be done in this industry to PREVENT this from being allowed.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,003 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,003 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

An extremely overweight person booked the middle seat, right next to me. Something needs to be done in this industry to PREVENT this from being allowed.

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 7 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Adelaide to Shanghai for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Adelaide to Shanghai for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $897, but on average you can expect to pay $1,491.

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

    China Southern, at $1,323, was found to be the cheapest airline from Adelaide to Shanghai. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    When booking a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai, you may want to consider flying on Cathay Pacific, China Southern or Malaysia Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does ADL to SHA mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Adelaide Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ADL to SHA flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    Flights departing from Adelaide and landing in Shanghai stopover in Singapore most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sentosa, Fort Canning Park, and Marina Square. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Fort Canning Park, and Marina Square, by traveling 21.6 km, 17.3 km, and 16.4 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $92 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Adelaide to Shanghai flights?

    Adelaide to Shanghai flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Adelaide to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Adelaide to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Adelaide to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Adelaide to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Adelaide to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Adelaide to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Adelaide to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Adelaide to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

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China SouthernCheapest$768Average$1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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