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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Shanghai, China from $380

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — SHA
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Shanghai are usually found in May or October, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$663

One-way from

$380

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,263
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 30/9-23/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($134 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 July 2025.

Tue 30/920:20MEL - PVG
1 stop19h 30mSichuan Airlines
Thu 23/1015:10PVG - MEL
1 stop21h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 1/7$663
Mon 1/921:45MEL - PVG
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/901:35PVG - MEL
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$673
Wed 17/910:20MEL - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Wed 10/1222:50PVG - MEL
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 3/7$676
Wed 17/910:20MEL - SHA
1 stop14h 00mChina Southern
Wed 10/1208:50SHA - MEL
1 stop19h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 3/7$676
Tue 19/807:30MEL - PVG
1 stop19h 45mVietJet Air
Fri 12/902:00PVG - MEL
1 stop18h 25mVietJet Air
Deal found 2/7$709
Tue 29/706:30MEL - PVG
1 stop34h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 3/816:00PVG - MEL
1 stop35h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 3/7$717
Fri 14/1107:00MEL - PVG
1 stop18h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/1200:10PVG - MEL
1 stop15h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/7$742
Sun 17/811:35MEL - SHA
1 stop33h 25mXiamenAir
Sun 24/821:55SHA - MEL
1 stop33h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 3/7$771
Sat 25/1022:45MEL - PVG
1 stop28h 35mAirAsia X
Thu 13/1101:35PVG - MEL
1 stop24h 55mAirAsia X
Deal found 2/7$793
Sat 11/1008:30MEL - SHA
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1007:55SHA - MEL
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$832
Tue 11/1100:45MEL - SHA
1 stop14h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1213:35SHA - MEL
1 stop14h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/7$879
Fri 25/720:55AVV - SHA
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/820:00SHA - AVV
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$936

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

21:00-20:30

1 stop25h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/8

22:00-08:40

1 stop32h 40m

$660

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/10

15:10-15:20

1 stop21h 10m

$663

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

21:45-01:00

2 stops29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/9

01:35-20:20

1 stop16h 45m

$673

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Wed 17/9

10:20-22:20

1 stop14h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/12

08:50-06:50

1 stop19h 00m

$676

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

07:30-01:15

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/9

02:00-22:25

1 stop18h 25m

$709

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Thu 21/8

18:25-13:25

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/8

00:35-20:35

1 stop18h 00m

$711

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - PVG

MELPVG

Melbourne

Wed 30/7

08:00-14:30

1 stop32h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/8

16:00-05:00

1 stop35h 00m

$715

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 17/8

11:35-19:00

1 stop33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 24/8

21:55-09:35

1 stop33h 40m

$771

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sat 11/10

08:30-09:20

2 stops27h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 24/10

07:55-06:00

2 stops19h 05m

$832

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

00:45-12:20

1 stop14h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/12

13:35-07:10

1 stop14h 35m

$879

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai

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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 27 June 2025.

Booking 82 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai (average of $429). Flying from Melbourne 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 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 4 July 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 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 Melbourne 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 4 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
924 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
887 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Shanghai round-trip from $663. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $676, and VietJet Air, from $709. Users have found that Sichuan Airlines is 34% 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 Beijing Capital Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $380. However, be on the lookout for offers from VietJet Air and Hainan 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 Mid-levels Escalators 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 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.

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

    Melbourne to Shanghai flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Beijing. Chengdu sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Shanghai. Singapore 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai (average of $429). Flying from Melbourne 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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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 4 July 2025.
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AirAsia XCheapest$322Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$436Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$436Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$444Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$477Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapest$479Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$535Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$581Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$653Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$671Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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