Can I fly direct from Brisbane to Shanghai?

Historically, direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai make up 0.7% of the available options. Travelers typically find that connecting flights involve a median of 2 stopovers. This information is based on data collected over the trailing 90 days.

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Brisbane to Shanghai has a median duration of 10 hours and 20 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is approximately 18 hours. The distance covered on this route is 7306 kilometers. These durations are based on historical flight data.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Brisbane to Shanghai are considered frequent. This classification is based on the regularity of deals observed over a 30-day window. Travelers can typically find favorable prices on this route with some consistency.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Brisbane to Shanghai

2027-02-08 – 2027-02-22
BNE - Shanghai
88% AI deal score
A$1,031
A$772
Round trip
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BNE - Shanghai
77% AI deal score
A$913
A$883
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BNE - Shanghai
76% AI deal score
A$874
A$883
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BNE - Shanghai
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A$983
A$883
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BNE - Shanghai
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A$992
A$883
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2027-02-09 – 2027-02-23
BNE - Shanghai
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A$1,025
A$885
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BNE - Shanghai
76% AI deal score
A$839
A$885
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A$857
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Brisbane to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

A typical journey from Brisbane to Shanghai, including connections, takes about 10h 20m. This route is classified as long-haul, covering a distance of 7306 km. Given that most itineraries involve at least one connection, this median duration reflects the overall travel time for the route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Brisbane to Shanghai, right now fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $779–$1257, with a median of $980. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically May, with a median fare of $694. Other cost-effective months include January, with a median fare of $721, and July, where the median fare is $823.

Most itineraries from Brisbane to Shanghai connect at least once, with 0.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find suitable options.

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Shanghai

Regular price: A$745 - A$1,943

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

The regular price range for this route is between 745 AUD and 1943 AUD. The current lowest deal is 880 AUD with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Nov 12-Nov 25.

now A$880

Low A$745

High A$1,943

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai is April, with a median price of $528. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1842. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$528

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,842

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Shanghai

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$871

A$965

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$880

A$965

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$950

A$965

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$950

A$1,029

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$859

A$1,043

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$858

A$1,045

One-way

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

14 nights

Feb 8 - Feb 22

A$1,031 → A$772

25%

14 nights

Feb 9 - Feb 23

A$1,025 → A$885

14%

5 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 13

A$1,030 → A$901

13%

3 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 13

A$1,003 → A$887

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

Brisbane - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Shanghai are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $694, followed by January at $721.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 21h 0m

Direct flights take 10h 20m, while connecting flights typically average 21h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Southern Airlines has a deal for $880

A recent deal with China Southern Airlines for $880 is available for November 12-25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF)

Cheapest

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF) is a good option for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai.

📍 ~11 km from Brisbane (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$670

Brisbane (BNE)

Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a convenient choice for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai.

📍 ~13 km from Brisbane (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$906

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$881

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International offers extensive domestic and global routes, often with competitive pricing to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$958

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From BNE

Elite

Apr 02

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$3,714

$2,587

Save $1,127

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 26

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$3,968

$2,869

Save $1,099

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 26

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$4,034

$2,869

Save $1,165

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 26

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$4,038

$2,869

Save $1,169

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 01

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$3,713

$2,813

Save $900

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 18

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$2,996

$2,587

Save $409

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 19

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$3,016

$2,587

Save $429

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 26

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$3,072

$2,587

Save $485

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 26

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$3,027

$2,587

Save $440

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Feb 26

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$3,076

$2,587

Save $489

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Mar 01

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$3,110

$2,587

Save $523

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Mar 01

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$3,144

$2,587

Save $557

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the best prices for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $974. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw prices around $1155, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $1319. These trends are based on data collected over a 90-day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai was considered to be $779 or less. The median price for this route was $980. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $1257 or less. These figures are based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai include May, with a median price of $694, and January, with a median price of $721. The annual median price for this route is $980. While July also shows a median of $823, it was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. These insights are based on historical data over a 270-day window.

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Brisbane to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Shanghai

Regular price: A$745 - A$1,943

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

The regular price range for this route is between 745 AUD and 1943 AUD. The current lowest deal is 880 AUD with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Nov 12-Nov 25.

now A$880

Low A$745

High A$1,943

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$528

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,842

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Shanghai

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$871

A$965

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$880

A$965

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$950

A$965

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$950

A$1,029

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$859

A$1,043

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Shanghai

Brisbane (BNE) - Shanghai (PVG)

China Eastern Airlines

A$858

A$1,045

One-way

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

14 nights

Feb 8 - Feb 22

A$1,031 → A$772

25%

14 nights

Feb 9 - Feb 23

A$1,025 → A$885

14%

5 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 13

A$1,030 → A$901

13%

3 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 13

A$1,003 → A$887

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

Brisbane - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Shanghai are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $694, followed by January at $721.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 21h 0m

Direct flights take 10h 20m, while connecting flights typically average 21h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Southern Airlines has a deal for $880

A recent deal with China Southern Airlines for $880 is available for November 12-25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF)

Cheapest

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF) is a good option for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai.

📍 ~11 km from Brisbane (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$670

Brisbane (BNE)

Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a convenient choice for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai.

📍 ~13 km from Brisbane (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$906

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$881

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International offers extensive domestic and global routes, often with competitive pricing to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

86% AI deal score

$3,144

$2,587

Save $557

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Brisbane to Shanghai

Brisbane to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

Direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

Brisbane - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Connecting flights average 21h 0m

Connecting flights are more common

China Southern Airlines has a deal for $880

Deals appear frequently

Brisbane 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

Apr 02

Feb 26

Feb 26

Feb 26

Apr 01

Feb 18

Feb 19

Feb 26

Feb 26

Feb 26

Mar 01

Mar 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How early should I book Brisbane to Shanghai flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai?

Can I fly direct from Brisbane to Shanghai?

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?

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

Related routes

More routes from Brisbane

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Brisbane to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

Direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

Brisbane - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Connecting flights average 21h 0m

Connecting flights are more common

China Southern Airlines has a deal for $880

Deals appear frequently

Brisbane 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

Apr 02

Feb 26

Feb 26

Feb 26

Apr 01

Feb 18

Feb 19

Feb 26

Feb 26

Feb 26

Mar 01

Mar 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How early should I book Brisbane to Shanghai flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai?