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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Shanghai, China from $462

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 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — SHA
15 juil. — 22 juil.1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Shanghai are usually found in February or May, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 10 juillet 2025.

Round-trip from

$695

One-way from

$462

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$905
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 3/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • Brisbane to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 10m total
  • Brisbane to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($538 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($96 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 10 juillet 2025.

dim. 3/810:20BNE - SHA
1 stop14h 00mChina Southern
mar. 19/811:50SHA - BNE
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 9/7$695
sam. 18/1010:10BNE - PVG
1 stop16h 10mChina Southern
ven. 31/1022:50PVG - BNE
1 stop31h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 8/7$730
mer. 6/814:45BNE - PVG
1 stop17h 50mSingapore Airlines
mar. 19/800:35PVG - BNE
1 stop14h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/7$741
lun. 11/811:15BNE - PVG
1 stop29h 15mPhilippine Airlines
mer. 13/816:00PVG - BNE
1 stop15h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 8/7$745
jeu. 6/1112:10BNE - PVG
1 stop30h 05mCathay Pacific
sam. 29/1114:45PVG - BNE
1 stop17h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/7$814
lun. 10/1112:10BNE - SHA
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
sam. 22/1113:35SHA - BNE
1 stop18h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/7$819
lun. 3/1120:35BNE - PVG
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
sam. 15/1119:00PVG - BNE
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$846
sam. 25/1006:05BNE - SHA
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
dim. 9/1115:50SHA - BNE
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$856

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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 10 juillet 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Brisbane to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Brisbane

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

dim. 3/8

10:20-22:20

1 stop14h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 19/8

11:50-08:15

1 stop18h 25m

$695

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

mer. 6/8

14:45-06:35

1 stop17h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 19/8

00:35-16:45

1 stop14h 10m

$741

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

lun. 11/8

11:15-14:30

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mer. 13/8

16:00-09:55

1 stop15h 55m

$745

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

sam. 23/8

10:10-00:20

1 stop16h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sam. 30/8

06:35-08:15

1 stop23h 40m

$764

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

lun. 10/11

12:10-15:20

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sam. 22/11

13:35-10:30

1 stop18h 55m

$819

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

sam. 25/10

06:05-22:20

2 stops18h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dim. 9/11

15:50-08:15

1 stop14h 25m

$856

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

mer. 6/8

19:20-22:10

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mer. 20/8

07:20-10:35

2 stops25h 15m

$905

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - PVG

BNEPVG

Brisbane

dim. 3/8

18:05-12:10

2 stops20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 19/8

07:20-09:15

2 stops23h 55m

$920

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

jeu. 17/7

10:10-22:20

1 stop14h 10m

$462

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

ven. 15/8

23:30-22:40

2 stops25h 10m

$522

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Brisbane with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Brisbane to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Brisbane to Shanghai is 69 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai (average of $432). Flying from Brisbane to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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 10 juillet 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Brisbane to Shanghai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Brisbane to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Brisbane to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 10 juillet 2025.
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
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
929 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.6
Good
103 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
888 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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 10 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 $695. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from $741, and Philippine Airlines, from $745. Users have found that China Southern is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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. Hong Kong is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Brisbane to Shanghai. Singapore comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Brisbane to Shanghai flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Mid-levels Escalators are currently the most popular points of interest in Hong Kong at the moment. Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre and Mid-levels Escalators are located about 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 24.5 km, respectively from Hong Kong Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $128 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Brisbane to Shanghai is Melbourne. Sydney follows Melbourne in terms of the least common stopover location on Brisbane to Shanghai flights.

  • 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 $432). Flying from Brisbane to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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 10 airlines flying from Brisbane to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 10 juillet 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$486Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$596Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$614Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$649Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$657Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Korean AirCheapest$899Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$915Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$1,008Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,067Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,135Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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