Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$261

AirAsia X

1 layover

1d 2h 20m

11/03/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne to Shanghai departs on 11/03/2026, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $261

Cheapest round trip flight

$637

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 25m

02/07/2027

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Melbourne to Shanghai departs on 02/07/2027, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $637

The fastest flight

9h 55m

Fastest flight from Melbourne to Shanghai takes 9h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

9:00 AM

Latest flight

10:30 PM

Direct flights count

19

Distance

8054km

Timezone difference

2h

The distance between Melbourne and Shanghai is 8054km (4993 miles). There are 19 direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai. The time difference between Melbourne and Shanghai is 2h. Flights from Melbourne begin at 9:00 AM. The latest flight from Melbourne departs at 10:30 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Melbourne to Shanghai by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Melbourne to Shanghai is $250 (January 2027), while the maximum is $441 (April 2027). On average, a ticket costs $320–$615.

January 2027

Lowest price

on average:

$250

April 2027

Highest price

on average:

$441

Avg Price

Price dynamics

On the Melbourne — Shanghai route, prices change frequently in both directions. Predicting the exact cost is tricky, but we can identify months when tickets tend to be cheaper.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is October 2026–November 2026 — averaging $271. The most expensive is March 2027–April 2027 ($360). The difference reaches 25%.

Best time to buy

With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is October 2026–November 2026, where you can save up to 25%.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 20.9%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.

Airlines operating on route

The Melbourne — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, AirAsia X, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, VietjetAir, Xiamen Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Malindo Air, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $261. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $373

Juneyao Airlines

starting at $330

AirAsia X

starting at $261

Hainan Airlines

starting at $280

Beijing Capital Airlines

starting at $304

starting at $343

starting at $349

starting at $363

starting at $369

starting at $402

starting at $410

China Southern Airlines

starting at $414

Non-stop flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $466

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $571

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

12/22/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $1,251

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

12/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU738

starting at $935

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

10/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $373

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

10/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU738

starting at $851

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

10/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $1,295

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $745

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $657

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

HO1656

starting at $496

Schedule of direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

There are most likely no direct flights on the Melbourne — Shanghai route

Melbourne airports overview

Avalon Airport

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AVV

50km

Essendon Airport

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MEB

11km

Near Melbourne's city centre, serves general aviation, charter, flight-training and corporate flights, with helicopter services and light freight handling — convenient for access to the northern suburbs and CBD.

Tullamarine Airport

•

MEL

19km

Melbourne's primary international and domestic gateway, serving Victoria with frequent connections across Australia, Asia and the Pacific; convenient for access to the CBD and surrounding suburbs.

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Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

•

SHA

14km

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $261

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Melbourne — Shanghai?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Melbourne to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.

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

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: January, October, November.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai?

The fastest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai start from 9 hours 55 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Melbourne to Shanghai?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Melbourne — Shanghai: China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Melbourne to Shanghai

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Melbourne — Shanghai

January 18

Sichuan Airlines

$315

Alternative routes

Adelaide ➜ Shanghai•Brisbane ➜ Shanghai•Canberra ➜ Shanghai•Cairns ➜ Shanghai•Launceston ➜ Shanghai•Newcastle ➜ Shanghai•Townsville ➜ Shanghai•Toowoomba ➜ Shanghai•Wollongong ➜ Shanghai•Melbourne ➜ Changzhou•Melbourne ➜ Hangzhou•Melbourne ➜ Zhoushan•Melbourne ➜ Ningbo•Melbourne ➜ Nanjing•Melbourne ➜ Nantong•Melbourne ➜ Wuxi•Melbourne ➜ Yiwu•Melbourne ➜ Yancheng•Melbourne ➜ Yangzhou

•••••••••••••••••••

Price dynamics

On the Melbourne — Shanghai route, prices change frequently in both directions. Predicting the exact cost is tricky, but we can identify months when tickets tend to be cheaper.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is October 2026–November 2026 — averaging $271. The most expensive is March 2027–April 2027 ($360). The difference reaches 25%.

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 20.9%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $466

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $571

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

12/22/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $1,251

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

12/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU738

starting at $935

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

10/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $373

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

10/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU738

starting at $851

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

10/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $1,295

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $745

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU740

starting at $657

Melbourne — Shanghai

MEL — SHA

11/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

HO1656

starting at $496

What is the cheapest price for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $261

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Melbourne — Shanghai?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Melbourne to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.

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

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: January, October, November.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai?

The fastest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai start from 9 hours 55 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Melbourne to Shanghai?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Melbourne — Shanghai: China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $373

Juneyao Airlines

starting at $330

AirAsia X

starting at $261

Hainan Airlines

starting at $280

Beijing Capital Airlines

starting at $304

starting at $343

starting at $349

starting at $363

starting at $369

starting at $402

starting at $410

China Southern Airlines

starting at $414

Cheapest one way flight

$261

AirAsia X

1 layover

1d 2h 20m

11/03/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Melbourne to Shanghai departs on 11/03/2026, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $261

Cheapest round trip flight

$637

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 25m

02/07/2027

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Melbourne to Shanghai departs on 02/07/2027, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $637

The fastest flight

9h 55m

Fastest flight from Melbourne to Shanghai takes 9h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Compare airlines, prices, and flight durations for your trip

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Cheapest one way flight

$261

AirAsia X

1 layover

1d 2h 20m

11/03/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$637

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 25m

02/07/2027

The fastest flight

9h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

9:00 AM

Latest flight

10:30 PM

Direct flights count

19

Distance

8054km

Timezone difference

2h

Airfare from Melbourne to Shanghai by month

January 2027

on average:

$250

April 2027

on average:

$441

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Schedule of direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

Melbourne airports overview

Avalon Airport

Essendon Airport

Tullamarine Airport

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Melbourne to Shanghai

Alternative routes

January 2027

on average:

$250

April 2027

on average:

$441

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Avalon Airport

Essendon Airport

Tullamarine Airport

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Cheapest one way flight

$261

AirAsia X

1 layover

1d 2h 20m

11/03/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$637

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 10h 25m

02/07/2027