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December 9 - December 18

Cheapest

Best

CBR - Shanghai

$1,045

$787

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December 9 - December 13

CBR - Shanghai

$1,022

$793

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August 4 - August 12

CBR - Shanghai

$858

$914

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August 4 - August 17

CBR - Shanghai

$840

$914

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July 28 - August 12

CBR - Shanghai

$691

$919

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July 28 - August 17

CBR - Shanghai

$695

$919

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August 11 - August 12

CBR - Shanghai

$927

$920

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July 13 - August 12

Earliest

CBR - Shanghai

$699

$920

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July 15 - August 12

CBR - Shanghai

$692

$920

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July 20 - August 17

CBR - Shanghai

$691

$920

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Canberra to Shanghai

Right now, only 1% of recent fares for cheap flights from Canberra to Shanghai are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $945 to $1350, with a median price of $1051. Currently, fares are above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for finding the lowest prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Shanghai, February stands out with a median fare of $476. December also offers more affordable options, with a median fare of $561. In contrast, May sees a higher median fare of $1005, suggesting that these months present the best opportunities for cost-effective travel.

A typical journey from Canberra to Shanghai takes approximately 40h 0m, including connections. This extended duration is due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. Travelers should anticipate a significant amount of travel time when planning their trip.

For flights from Canberra to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once. There are no direct flights from Canberra to Shanghai, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 4, which contributes to the overall journey time.

The distance between Canberra and Shanghai is approximately 7924 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance means that flights typically involve multiple connections and a longer overall travel duration.

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Shanghai

Regular price: $847 - $1,576

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Canberra to Shanghai is $847 to $1576. The current lowest deal is $787 with Virgin Australia Regional Airlines for travel from Dec 9-Dec 18.

now $787

Low $847

High $1,576

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Shanghai is February, with a median price of $476. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $2417. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $476

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,417

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Direct flights from Canberra to Shanghai

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Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Shanghai

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Shanghai

Canberra (CBR) - Shanghai (PVG)

QantasLink

$892

$2,087

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Shanghai

Canberra (CBR) - Shanghai (PVG)

Singapore Airlines

$891

$2,035

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Shanghai

Canberra (CBR) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

$695

$1,477

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Shanghai

Canberra (CBR) - Shanghai (PVG)

Singapore Airlines

$708

$1,235

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Shanghai

Canberra (CBR) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

$738

$1,411

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CBR - Shanghai

Canberra (CBR) - Shanghai (PVG)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$726

$1,042

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Canberra to Shanghai

9 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 18

$1,045 → $787

25%

4 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 13

$1,022 → $793

22%

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

$927 → $920

7 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 12

$884 → $920

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Shanghai

Canberra - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Canberra to Shanghai are above the typical level, with a median price of $1051.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $476

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Shanghai, with a median price of $476.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights average 40h 0m

Flights from Canberra to Shanghai typically average 40 hours, classifying this as a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 4 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers deals

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail, approx. 45-60 minutes)

💸 Flights from ~$628

Sunan Shuofang International (WUX)

Sunan Shuofang International is the closest candidate airport to Shanghai city center, serving the industrial corridor.

📍 ~115 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$929

Nanjing Lukou International (NKG)

Nanjing Lukou International is a primary regional hub with very frequent high-speed rail service to Shanghai.

📍 ~275 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$668

Ningbo Lishe International (NGB)

Ningbo Lishe International offers a solid domestic network and good accessibility via bridge or high-speed rail.

📍 ~145 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail or car)

💸 Flights from ~$789

Nantong Xingdong (NTG)

Nantong Xingdong is geographically very close to northern Shanghai and useful for domestic routes.

📍 ~100 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$843

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Shanghai, China

67% AI deal score

$7,892

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Looking into flights with layovers may also present cheaper options than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over a period may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

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Insights for flights from Canberra to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Canberra to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Shanghai

Direct flights from Canberra to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Canberra to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Canberra to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Canberra to Shanghai

Canberra - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $476

Long-haul flights average 40h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines offers deals

Deals are frequent for this route

Canberra main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

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