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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Shanghai, China from $411

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 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Shanghai are usually found in January or May, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$668

One-way from

$411

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$900
VietJet Air
  • VietJet Air
  • 13/3-16/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Cebu Pacific
  • Cebu Pacific
  • 28/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($89 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($89 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Sat 8/1106:15MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 05mAirAsia X
Wed 19/1101:35PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 10mAirAsia X
Deal found 30/10$670
Sat 8/1106:15MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 05mAirAsia X
Mon 17/1101:35PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 10mAirAsia X
Deal found 30/10$672
Tue 11/1121:40MEL - PVG
1 stop20h 45mSichuan Airlines
Mon 24/1116:40PVG - MEL
1 stop18h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/10$675
Thu 27/1101:00MEL - PVG
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1206:00PVG - MEL
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$676
Thu 6/1113:00MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mChina Eastern
Thu 20/1123:05PVG - MEL
1 stop32h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/10$682
Thu 30/1012:25MEL - SHA
1 stop13h 25mXiamenAir
Fri 14/1112:10SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 28/10$691
Thu 6/1112:25MEL - SHA
1 stop27h 15mXiamenAir
Fri 21/1114:10SHA - MEL
1 stop17h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 30/10$693
Sat 8/1106:15MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1119:10PVG - MEL
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$697
Sat 15/1113:00MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mChina Eastern
Sat 22/1123:05PVG - MEL
1 stop32h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/10$700
Sat 8/1106:15MEL - PVG
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1102:15PVG - MEL
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$704
Fri 7/1120:15MEL - SHA
1 stop27h 40mAir China
Thu 20/1120:30SHA - MEL
1 stop16h 10mAir China
Deal found 30/10$704
Sat 1/1113:00MEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mChina Eastern
Tue 4/1121:05PVG - MEL
2 stops34h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/10$710

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Shanghai that are best for you.

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MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

22:20-12:25

1 stop17h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/3

18:25-13:00

1 stop15h 35m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

22:20-11:00

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 28/3

18:25-13:00

1 stop15h 35m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

22:20-11:00

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/3

22:05-13:00

1 stop35h 55m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

22:20-12:25

1 stop17h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 18/3

22:05-13:00

1 stop35h 55m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

22:20-11:25

1 stop16h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

17:40-13:00

1 stop16h 20m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

22:20-10:25

1 stop15h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/3

15:35-13:00

1 stop18h 25m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

22:20-11:25

1 stop16h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/3

17:40-13:00

1 stop16h 20m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

22:20-10:25

1 stop15h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

15:35-13:00

1 stop18h 25m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

22:20-11:25

1 stop16h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

15:35-13:00

1 stop18h 25m

$714

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

22:20-10:25

1 stop15h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/3

15:35-13:00

1 stop18h 25m

$714

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai (average of $437). Flying from Melbourne to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $696). 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 MEL to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 31 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

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 31 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Sichuan Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern from Melbourne to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Sichuan Airlines
7.5
Good
23 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Sichuan Airlines
7.5
Good
23 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.5
Good
23 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Southern
7.4
Good
117 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.5
Good
23 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.5
Good
23 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?

    Airlines like Shenzhen Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly from Melbourne to Shanghai in about 17h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 15m. Melbourne and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 8011 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Shanghai round-trip from $244. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hainan Airlines, from $428, and China Southern, from $437. Users have found that AirAsia X is 77% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cebu Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $411. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and Sichuan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Shanghai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Shanghai?

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to Shanghai are Melbourne - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Melbourne - Shanghai Pu Dong and Melbourne Avalon - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

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

    Melbourne to Shanghai flights have a stopover in Guangzhou most often. Xiamen is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Shanghai. Hong Kong comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne to Shanghai flights.

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

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Shatin Baptist Church are the most popular attractions in Hong Kong if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre and Shatin Baptist Church are located about 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 29.5 km, respectively from Hong Kong Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

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

    Melbourne to Shanghai flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Chengdu. Beijing sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Shanghai. Haikou ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Melbourne to Shanghai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai (average of $437). Flying from Melbourne to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $696). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 31 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$244Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$428Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$436Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$437Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$478Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest$501Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$537Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$584Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$617Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapest$628Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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