How long is the flight from Queensland to Shanghai?

China Southern, Cathay Pacific, and VietJet Air can get you from Queensland to Shanghai in just under 13h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7331 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

$359 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $426 and $516, respectively.

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 Queensland to Shanghai?

Most travellers choose Brisbane - Shanghai Pu Dong, Brisbane - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Coolangatta Gold Coast - Shanghai Pu Dong when deciding on the best route from Queensland to Shanghai.

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

The most popular airlines flying from Queensland to Shanghai are China Southern, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Queensland to Shanghai?

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

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queensland to Shanghai (average of $777). Flying from Queensland to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,598). 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 QLD to SHA?

When flying from Queensland 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 Queensland to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Queensland to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,146 and $1,574 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $921 on Cathay Pacific (16 Oct–15 Nov).

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

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queensland to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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How long is the flight from Queensland to Shanghai?
China Southern, Cathay Pacific, and VietJet Air can get you from Queensland to Shanghai in just under 13h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7331 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Queensland to Shanghai one-way?
$359 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $426 and $516, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Queensland to Shanghai?
Most travellers choose Brisbane - Shanghai Pu Dong, Brisbane - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Coolangatta Gold Coast - Shanghai Pu Dong when deciding on the best route from Queensland to Shanghai.
Can I find deals for flights from Queensland to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Queensland to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Queensland to Shanghai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Queensland to Shanghai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Queensland to Shanghai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queensland 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 Queensland to Shanghai?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queensland to Shanghai (average of $777). Flying from Queensland to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,598). 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 Southern	Cheapest$358	Average$804	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$627	Average$974	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$696	Average$1,023	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$765	Average$1,441	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Philippine Airlines	Cheapest$864	Average$1,117	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time60%	Search Philippine Airlines flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$922	Average$1,402	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$967	Average$1,479	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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When flying from Queensland 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 Queensland to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Queensland to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,146 and $1,574 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $921 on Cathay Pacific (16 Oct–15 Nov).

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

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Queensland to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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Queensland to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,146 and $1,574 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $921 on Cathay Pacific (16 Oct–15 Nov).