Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai?

Direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai are not common, historically representing only 2.8% of available options across the trailing quarter. When direct flights are not available, travelers typically encounter itineraries with two stopovers. This indicates that most routes between these two cities will involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Melbourne to Shanghai covers a distance of 8017 kilometers and has a median duration of 10 hours and 30 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 18 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference in duration when planning their journey.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Melbourne to Shanghai?

Historically, flying with a layover from Melbourne to Shanghai has been slightly cheaper, with a median price of $952. Direct flights, while less common at 2.6% of options, tend to have a median price of $986. This represents a premium of 4% for direct routes. Therefore, travelers looking to save money may find better value by opting for flights with connections.

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Melbourne to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai cover a substantial distance of 8017 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant travel distance means you'll typically spend a considerable amount of time in transit, often involving connections.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Melbourne to Shanghai, fares typically range from $778–$1179, with a median of $947. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, which could present a more favorable booking opportunity. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai, July stands out with a median fare of $643, making it the most affordable month. Following closely, June offers a median fare of $799, and November provides a median of $881. These months generally present better value compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai are connecting_dominant, with only 2.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of journeys that involve connections, you can expect to make 2 stopovers. This means that direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai are rare, and travelers should anticipate at least one layover.

A typical journey from Melbourne to Shanghai, including connections, takes approximately 10h 30m. Since most itineraries involve stopovers, the overall travel time can extend significantly beyond the non-stop flight duration. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time is 20h 45m, reflecting the impact of layovers on the total travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Shanghai

Regular price: A$622 - A$1,412

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

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai is between 622 AUD and 1412 AUD. The current lowest deal is 655 AUD with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 9-Nov 19.

now A$655

Low A$622

High A$1,412

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai is July, with a median price of $634. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1523. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from A$634

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,523

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Shanghai

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$964

A$809

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,081

A$809

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,023

A$809

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Shenzhen Airlines

A$828

A$846

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$881

A$809

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$964

A$809

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 11

A$1,346 → A$1,056

22%

3 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 6

A$1,081 → A$809

25%

3 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 8

A$1,076 → A$809

25%

4 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 8

A$1,069 → A$809

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

Melbourne - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Shanghai are below the typical level, with a median of $947.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest at $643

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $643, followed by June at $799.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 10h 30m

Direct flights to Shanghai typically take 10h 30m, while connecting flights average 20h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with only 2.8% of flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Antinea Airlines has offered direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary departure point for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$653

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$657

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$633

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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From MEL

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Nov 15

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$3,008

$2,310

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Hainan Airlines

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From MEL

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Nov 11

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$18,410

$13,562

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Singapore Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

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Nov 09

Shanghai, China

91% AI deal score

$18,645

$13,589

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Singapore Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

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Nov 08

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$2,913

$2,345

Save $568

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Nov 15

Shanghai, China

90% AI deal score

$3,018

$2,392

Save $626

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Apr 11

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$3,592

$2,702

Save $890

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Apr 14

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$3,614

$2,708

Save $906

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 23

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$17,094

$13,605

Save $3,489

Singapore Airlines

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 01

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$2,031

$1,047

Save $984

From MEL

Elite

Oct 29

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$2,052

$1,372

Save $680

From MEL

Elite

Apr 09

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$3,391

$2,664

Save $727

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 13

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$2,031

$1,504

Save $527

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai has been 28-59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period typically average around $1050. Booking too close to the departure date, such as 0-6 days out, can see average prices rise to $1474. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $1308.

A good deal for a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai is considered to be $778 or less, based on historical data across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route has been $947. Prices can go up to $1179 or more for the higher end of the market. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $778 threshold.

Historically, July has been the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai, with a median price of $643. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $799. The annual median price for this route is $947, making July significantly more affordable. November, with a median price of $881, is also among the more economical months for this route.

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Melbourne to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Shanghai

Regular price: A$622 - A$1,412

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

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai is between 622 AUD and 1412 AUD. The current lowest deal is 655 AUD with FlyAsianXpress for travel from Nov 9-Nov 19.

now A$655

Low A$622

High A$1,412

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

July

Cheapest

Flights from A$634

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,523

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Shanghai

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$964

A$809

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,081

A$809

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,023

A$809

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Shenzhen Airlines

A$828

A$846

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$881

A$809

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Shanghai

Melbourne (MEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Xiamen Airlines

A$964

A$809

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 11

A$1,346 → A$1,056

22%

3 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 6

A$1,081 → A$809

25%

3 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 8

A$1,076 → A$809

25%

4 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 8

A$1,069 → A$809

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

Melbourne - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Shanghai are below the typical level, with a median of $947.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest at $643

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $643, followed by June at $799.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 10h 30m

Direct flights to Shanghai typically take 10h 30m, while connecting flights average 20h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with only 2.8% of flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Antinea Airlines has offered direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary departure point for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~A$653

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$657

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

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

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$2,031

$1,047

Save $984

From MEL

Elite

Oct 29

Shanghai, China

89% AI deal score

$2,052

$1,372

Save $680

From MEL

Elite

Apr 09

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$3,391

$2,664

Save $727

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From MEL

Elite

Dec 13

Shanghai, China

87% AI deal score

$2,031

$1,504

Save $527

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Melbourne to Shanghai

Melbourne to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

Direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

Melbourne - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically cheapest at $643

Direct flights average 10h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Melbourne 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

Nov 15

Nov 11

Nov 09

Nov 08

Nov 15

Apr 11

Apr 14

Dec 23

Dec 01

Oct 29

Apr 09

Dec 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

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

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

What's the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai?

Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai?

How many hours is the flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Melbourne to Shanghai?

Related routes

More routes from Melbourne

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Melbourne to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

Direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai

Melbourne - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically cheapest at $643

Direct flights average 10h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Melbourne 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

Nov 15

Nov 11

Nov 09

Nov 08

Nov 15

Apr 11

Apr 14

Dec 23

Dec 01

Oct 29

Apr 09

Dec 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

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

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

What's the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai?