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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 0.8% of flights from Adelaide to Shanghai were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. Travelers should anticipate that most routes on this path will involve at least one connection. Direct options are historically less common for this specific route.

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. Flights with one stopover generally have a median duration of 13 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in travel time when planning their journey. The presence of stopovers can significantly extend the overall travel duration.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai have been classified as frequent. This indicates that favorable prices for this route appear regularly. Travelers can typically find good opportunities within a 30-day window. Consistent availability of competitive fares makes this route a good option for those seeking value.

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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 involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Adelaide to Shanghai, fares are typically in the range of $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, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai is often during January, with a median fare of $462. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $497, and March, with a median of $504. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, with only 0.8% of recent fares being non-stop. When flights do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should anticipate at least one layover on your journey from Adelaide to Shanghai.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Shanghai

Regular price: A$714 - A$919

Prices for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai is AUD714 to AUD919. The current lowest deal is AUD894 with Singapore Airlines for travel from Feb 21-Feb 25.

now A$894

Low A$714

High A$919

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

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,256

A$1,197

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,158

A$1,201

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,410

A$1,372

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,171

A$1,313

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,245

A$1,373

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,245

A$1,398

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

A$1,037 → A$912

12%

3 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 9

A$1,305 → A$1,191

5 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 25

A$1,065 → A$953

10%

Sep 20 - Oct 20

A$1,037 → A$942

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

Adelaide - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Adelaide to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 10% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January, October, and March are historically cheapest.

Historically, January ($462), October ($497), and March ($504) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 31h 55m.

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines has direct flights available for the Adelaide to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai appear frequently, offering more booking opportunities.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$894

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.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$893

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,233

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From ADL

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Jan 12

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$2,241

$1,726

Save $515

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

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Jan 12

Shanghai, China

83% AI deal score

$2,488

$2,130

Save $358

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

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Jan 12

Shanghai, China

83% AI deal score

$2,503

$2,130

Save $373

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

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Jan 12

Shanghai, China

83% AI deal score

$2,503

$2,130

Save $373

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 27

Shanghai, China

80% AI deal score

$4,207

$3,370

Save $837

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 27

Shanghai, China

79% AI deal score

$4,086

$3,370

Save $716

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 06

Shanghai, China

79% AI deal score

$4,082

$3,448

Save $634

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 03

Shanghai, China

79% AI deal score

$4,101

$3,449

Save $652

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 26

Shanghai, China

79% AI deal score

$4,132

$3,740

Save $392

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

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Oct 27

Shanghai, China

78% AI deal score

$3,935

$3,356

Save $579

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 27

Shanghai, China

78% AI deal score

$3,910

$3,368

Save $542

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 27

Shanghai, China

78% AI deal score

$3,949

$3,369

Save $580

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, booking flights from Adelaide to Shanghai more than 60 days in advance has offered the lowest average prices, typically around $665. Prices tend to fluctuate, with flights booked 14-27 days out averaging $669. Waiting until 7-13 days before departure can see average prices rise to $807, while booking within 0-6 days of travel can result in an average price of $1001. Planning ahead by at least two months generally provides the most favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai has historically been considered any price at or below $674. The median price for this route in the trailing 90 days was $910. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares being $1068 or less. By comparing prices to these historical benchmarks, travelers can identify advantageous offers.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai, with a median price of $462. October also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $497. March has shown a median price of $504, making it another historically affordable option. These months typically present better value compared to the annual median price of $910 for this route.

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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$714 - A$919

Prices for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai is AUD714 to AUD919. The current lowest deal is AUD894 with Singapore Airlines for travel from Feb 21-Feb 25.

now A$894

Low A$714

High A$919

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$462

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,289

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,256

A$1,197

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,158

A$1,201

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,410

A$1,372

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,171

A$1,313

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,245

A$1,373

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Shanghai

Adelaide (ADL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malaysia Airlines

A$1,245

A$1,398

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 29

A$1,037 → A$912

12%

3 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 9

A$1,305 → A$1,191

5 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 25

A$1,065 → A$953

10%

Sep 20 - Oct 20

A$1,037 → A$942

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

Adelaide - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Adelaide to Shanghai are below the typical level, with 10% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January, October, and March are historically cheapest.

Historically, January ($462), October ($497), and March ($504) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 31h 55m.

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

China Eastern Airlines has direct flights available for the Adelaide to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai appear frequently, offering more booking opportunities.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$894

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.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$893

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

78% AI deal score

$3,949

$3,369

Save $580

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Adelaide to Shanghai

Adelaide to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

Direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

Adelaide - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January, October, and March are historically cheapest.

Flights typically take 31h 55m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Jan 12

Jan 12

Jan 12

Jan 12

Oct 27

Oct 27

Dec 06

Dec 03

Oct 26

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai?

How do I know if a Adelaide to Shanghai flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Adelaide to Shanghai?

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

What's the flight time from Adelaide to Shanghai?

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

Related routes

More routes from Adelaide

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Adelaide to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

Direct flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Shanghai

Adelaide - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January, October, and March are historically cheapest.

Flights typically take 31h 55m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Jan 12

Jan 12

Jan 12

Jan 12

Oct 27

Oct 27

Dec 06

Dec 03

Oct 26

Oct 27

Oct 27

Oct 27

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Adelaide to Shanghai?

How do I know if a Adelaide to Shanghai flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Adelaide to Shanghai?