How long is the flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?

Airlines like Cathay Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines fly from Melbourne to Shanghai in about 15h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 50m. Melbourne and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 8032 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 $224. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $455, and Sichuan Airlines, from $458. Users have found that AirAsia X is 79% 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 Shenzhen Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $229. However, be on the lookout for offers from AirAsia X and XiamenAir, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Shanghai for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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.

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

When booking a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai, you may want to consider flying on China Southern, China Eastern or XiamenAir as they are the most popular for this route.

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.

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. Hong Kong sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Shanghai.

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.

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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 $688). Flying from Melbourne to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,441). 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?

When flying from Melbourne to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,060 and $1,514 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $775 on Air China (18 Nov–29 Dec).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Shanghai delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, Shanghai Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 38 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,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.

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Chi-Dung,Dec 2025

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Boarding was crazy. Flight was delayed for an hour and passengers were trap on flight without water for an hour. Meals were disappointedly poor. Only one round of very little beverages (I was served half of a sparkling can—didnt know why crew refused yo serve me whole can). Crew were cold and rude and unattentive. Toilets are dirty terribly. Worst flight ever.

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How long is the flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?
Airlines like Cathay Pacific, Shenzhen Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines fly from Melbourne to Shanghai in about 15h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 50m. Melbourne and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 8032 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 $224. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $455, and Sichuan Airlines, from $458. Users have found that AirAsia X is 79% 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 Shenzhen Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $229. However, be on the lookout for offers from AirAsia X and XiamenAir, 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.
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. Hong Kong sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Shanghai.
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 $688). Flying from Melbourne to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,441). 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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AirAsia X	Cheapest$224	Average$578	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia X flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$330	Average$1,177	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	Cheapest$455	Average$778	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Sichuan Airlines	Cheapest$458	Average$882	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	Cheapest$460	Average$567	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time61%	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Shenzhen Airlines	Cheapest$461	Average$753	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Garuda Indonesia	Cheapest$544	Average$752	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search Garuda Indonesia flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	Cheapest$557	Average$949	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
XiamenAir	Cheapest$559	Average$899	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time49%	Search XiamenAir flights
Air China	Cheapest$619	Average$747	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights

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When flying from Melbourne to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,060 and $1,514 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $775 on Air China (18 Nov–29 Dec).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Shanghai delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, Shanghai Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 38 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,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.

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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 15 September 2026.

Best flights from Melbourne to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 September 2026.

Direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Shanghai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 September 2026.

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Shanghai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Shanghai. Data last updated 15 September 2026 and is based on user searches.

One-way flights from Melbourne to Shanghai
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 September 2026.

Melbourne to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,060 and $1,514 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $775 on Air China (18 Nov–29 Dec).