Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Shanghai are usually found in January or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday
Find flight deals from Brisbane to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) 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 27 September 2026.
Popular in
December
Cheapest in
January
Average price
$1,218
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. return price).
Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Brisbane to Shanghai
How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?
The best time to book flights from Brisbane to Shanghai is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai (average of $787). Flying from Brisbane to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,641). 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 BNE to SHA?
Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane 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 27 September 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Brisbane to Shanghai as you normally would.
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 27 September 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from Brisbane to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Brisbane 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 Brisbane to Shanghai?
Brisbane (BNE) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Brisbane; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Brisbane airport to Shanghai. It is only a 12.3 km journey to Brisbane (BNE) from Brisbane’s city centre.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Shanghai round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Shanghai round-trip from $532. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Malaysia Airlines, from $639, and Singapore Airlines, from $706. Users have found that China Southern is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Brisbane to Shanghai are China Southern ($364), China Eastern ($432), and Cathay Pacific ($497).
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Brisbane to Shanghai?
The most popular stopover on flights from Brisbane to Shanghai is Guangzhou. Singapore is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Brisbane to Shanghai.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Singapore?
Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Merlion and Universal Studios Singapore are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $117 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Brisbane to Shanghai flights?
The least popular stopover on flights from Brisbane to Shanghai is Hong Kong.
Can I find deals for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Brisbane to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Brisbane to Shanghai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane 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 Brisbane to Shanghai?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai (average of $787). Flying from Brisbane to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,641). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Brisbane. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 27 September 2026.
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 27 September 2026.
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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai become cheaper?
Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Shanghai from Brisbane today and book when prices fit your budget.
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