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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Shanghai, China from $496

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — SHA
15 Aug — 22 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Shanghai are usually found in November or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 July 2026.

Sat 17/1008:30
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop18h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 15/1116:05
PVG
-
BNE
1 stop25h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 15/7$902
Thu 23/710:10
BNE
-
SHA
1 stop26h 10m
China Southern
Thu 20/814:50
SHA
-
BNE
1 stop15h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 14/7$904
Sun 16/810:20
BNE
-
SHA
1 stop25h 00m
China Southern
Sun 30/813:50
SHA
-
BNE
1 stop16h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 13/7$906
Sun 9/810:20
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop16h 00m
China Southern
Tue 25/806:55
PVG
-
BNE
1 stop47h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 13/7$906
Tue 11/810:10
BNE
-
SHA
1 stop28h 10m
China Southern
Tue 18/814:50
SHA
-
BNE
1 stop15h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 14/7$909
Fri 31/708:30
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop18h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Fri 7/815:25
PVG
-
BNE
1 stop37h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 14/7$909
Thu 23/710:10
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop28h 45m
China Southern
Thu 20/806:55
PVG
-
BNE
1 stop23h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 15/7$911
Sun 18/1000:05
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop27h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 21/1002:10
PVG
-
BNE
1 stop26h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 13/7$916
Mon 3/808:30
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop18h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Sat 8/802:10
PVG
-
BNE
1 stop26h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/7$918
Mon 24/823:30
BNE
-
PVG
2 stops27h 45m
VietJet Air
Mon 7/902:20
PVG
-
BNE
2 stops41h 10m
VietJet Air
Deal found 10/7$924
Fri 28/808:30
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop18h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 3/902:10
PVG
-
BNE
1 stop26h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 14/7$929
Mon 24/823:30
BNE
-
PVG
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/908:35
PVG
-
BNE
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$931

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 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$902

One-way from

$496

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,340
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 17/10-15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 45m total
  • Brisbane to Shanghai
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VietJet Air
  • VietJet Air
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 30m total
  • Brisbane to Shanghai
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane 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 16 July 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Mon 3/8

08:30-01:10

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/8

02:10-07:00

1 stop26h 50m

$918

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

23:30-01:15

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/9

02:20-21:30

2 stops41h 10m

$924

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

11:05-19:25

Nonstop10h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/9

21:05-21:30

1 stop22h 25m

$959

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

23:30-22:40

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/9

13:20-21:30

2 stops30h 10m

$976

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Wed 29/7

10:20-22:20

1 stop14h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/8

21:45-08:25

1 stop32h 40m

$1,005

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

18:10-15:05

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/9

00:35-16:55

1 stop38h 20m

$1,006

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

23:30-01:00

1 stop27h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

12:20-21:30

2 stops31h 10m

$1,008

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

Thu 3/9

23:30-01:15

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/9

02:15-21:30

1 stop17h 15m

$1,057

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

10:10-14:20

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 8/9

11:50-08:25

1 stop18h 35m

$1,061

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

17:35-12:05

2 stops20h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/9

13:20-10:50

1 stop19h 30m

$1,061

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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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai (average of $490). Flying from Brisbane to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $878). 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 16 July 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.

How much does it cost for a return 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 40 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.

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 16 July 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
1,572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
1,413 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
1,011 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
228 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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 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 2 outbound flights 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.

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?

    Departing from Brisbane to Shanghai will take you 14h. There are 7331 km between Brisbane and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Shanghai round-trip from $537. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Malaysia Airlines, from $636, and Philippine Airlines, from $638. Users have found that China Southern is 57% 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 ($366), China Eastern ($426), and Cathay Pacific ($525).

  • 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, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore and Merlion are located about 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 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 $112 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai (average of $490). Flying from Brisbane to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $878). 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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China SouthernCheapest$382Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$636Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$638Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$682Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$750Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest$896Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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