How many flights from Adelaide to Shanghai are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 0.8% of flights from Adelaide to Shanghai have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This suggests that direct flights are not common on this route. Travelers should anticipate flights with at least one connection when planning their journey.

What's the flight time from Adelaide to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight time from Adelaide to Shanghai is 10 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 7554 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is approximately 13 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their itinerary. The presence of stopovers significantly extends the overall travel time.

How often do cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai come up?

Based on historical data, cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai are classified as frequent. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find economical fares for this route. The consistent availability of deals suggests that with some flexibility, it is often possible to secure a favorable price.

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Adelaide to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

A typical journey from Adelaide to Shanghai takes about 31h 55m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7,554 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration reflects the time spent on layovers in addition to flight segments.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai, fares typically range from $674–$1,068, with a median of $910. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai is often in January, with a median fare of $462. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $497, and March, with a median fare of $504. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

When flying from Adelaide to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once. Only a small share of recent fares, 0.8%, were for direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai. For the majority of itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Shanghai

Regular price: A$880 - A$1,449

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai is AUD 880 to AUD 1449. The current lowest deal is AUD 844 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Nov 12-Nov 18.

now A$844

Low A$880

High A$1,449

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai is January, with a median price of $462. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1289. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$462

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,289

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Direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Shanghai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (SHA)

QantasLink

A$1,156

A$1,092

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Singapore Airlines

A$1,153

A$1,151

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,095

A$617

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,179

A$665

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,132

A$993

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,065

A$993

One-way

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

9 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 12

A$1,179 → A$665

44%

27 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 30

A$1,095 → A$617

44%

16 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 22

A$1,113 → A$731

34%

5 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 6

A$1,171 → A$867

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

Adelaide - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are at $844, which is below the typical level of $910.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $462 for Adelaide to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a flight duration of 31h 55m

The typical flight duration from Adelaide to Shanghai is 31 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Most flights from Adelaide to Shanghai include two or more stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights

China Eastern Airlines has historically offered direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai.

📍 ~6 km from Adelaide (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$455

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$540

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

This major international hub offers an extensive network and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$842

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

82% AI deal score

$2,263

$1,850

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, booking flights from Adelaide to Shanghai more than 60 days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, around $665. Prices tend to fluctuate, with flights booked 14-27 days out averaging $669. Waiting until 28-59 days before departure typically sees average prices rise to $1115. Even closer to departure, within 0-6 days, the average price can be around $1001, indicating that last-minute deals are not consistently the most economical option for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $674. The median price for this route has been $910. Prices can go up to $1068 or more, which would be in the higher price range. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the good deal threshold to secure a more economical fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai include January, with a median price of $462, and October, with a median price of $497. March also shows competitive pricing, with a median of $504. The annual median price for this route is $910, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Adelaide to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Shanghai

Regular price: A$880 - A$1,449

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai is AUD 880 to AUD 1449. The current lowest deal is AUD 844 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Nov 12-Nov 18.

now A$844

Low A$880

High A$1,449

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$462

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,289

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