Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

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 Shanghai to Melbourne. 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

$277

Yangtze River Express

1 layover

1d 2h 30m

09/08/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Melbourne departs on 09/08/2026, is operated by Yangtze River Express and costs $277

Cheapest round trip flight

$662

Air China

1 layover

1d 7h 40m

12/12/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Melbourne departs on 12/12/2026, is operated by Air China and costs $662

The fastest flight

12h 55m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Melbourne takes 12h 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

5:45 PM

Latest flight

12:15 AM

Average flight duration

10h 25m

Direct flights count

14

Distance

8054km

Timezone difference

2h

The distance between Shanghai and Melbourne is 8054km (4993 miles). The average flight duration is 10h 25m. There are 14 direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne. The time difference between Shanghai and Melbourne is 2h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 5:45 PM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 12:15 AM

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

Airfare from Shanghai to Melbourne by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to Melbourne is $294 (August 2026), while the maximum is $585 (January 2027). On average, a ticket costs $401–$806.

August 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$294

January 2027

Highest price

on average:

$585

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Ticket prices for Shanghai — Melbourne follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Prices rise from August 2026 to January 2027 (+99%), then decline from January 2027 to March 2027 (42%). The cheapest tickets are in August 2026–September 2026 (averaging $320), while the priciest are in January 2027–February 2027 ($510).

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for August 2026–September 2026 — you could save up to 37%. Try to avoid January 2027–February 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 21.9%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

Airlines operating on route

The Shanghai — Melbourne route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Yangtze River Express, Beijing Capital Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Spring Airlines, AirAsia X, Shenzhen Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, and Eva Air. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $277. 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 $528

Juneyao Airlines

starting at $757

Yangtze River Express

starting at $277

Beijing Capital Airlines

starting at $281

starting at $298

starting at $315

starting at $332

starting at $393

starting at $444

starting at $460

starting at $485

starting at $492

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

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

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

07/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU739

starting at $1,069

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU739

starting at $926

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

09/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $1,054

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

09/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $949

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

10/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $958

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

10/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $628

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU739

starting at $849

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $838

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/10/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $804

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $1,013

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

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

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

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SHA

14km

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Melbourne airports overview

Avalon Airport

•

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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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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

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

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Melbourne according to data for the last 48 hours costs $277

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

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

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

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

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

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Melbourne start from 12 hours 55 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Melbourne?

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

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Melbourne

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.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Alternative routes

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Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

07/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU739

starting at $1,069

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU739

starting at $926

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

09/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $1,054

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

09/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $949

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

10/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $958

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

10/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $628

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU739

starting at $849

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $838

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/10/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $804

Shanghai — Melbourne

SHA — MEL

08/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU737

starting at $1,013

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $528

Juneyao Airlines

starting at $757

Yangtze River Express

starting at $277

Beijing Capital Airlines

starting at $281

starting at $298

starting at $315

starting at $332

starting at $393

starting at $444

starting at $460

starting at $485

starting at $492

Cheapest one way flight

$277

Yangtze River Express

1 layover

1d 2h 30m

09/08/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Melbourne departs on 09/08/2026, is operated by Yangtze River Express and costs $277

Cheapest round trip flight

$662

Air China

1 layover

1d 7h 40m

12/12/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Melbourne departs on 12/12/2026, is operated by Air China and costs $662

The fastest flight

12h 55m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Melbourne takes 12h 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

5:45 PM

Latest flight

12:15 AM

Average flight duration

10h 25m

Direct flights count

14

Distance

8054km

Timezone difference

2h

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

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Melbourne according to data for the last 48 hours costs $277

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

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

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

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

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

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Melbourne start from 12 hours 55 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Melbourne?

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

Price dynamics

Ticket prices for Shanghai — Melbourne follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for August 2026–September 2026 — you could save up to 37%. Try to avoid January 2027–February 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 21.9%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Melbourne — $277

Compare airlines, prices, and flight durations for your trip

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Cheapest one way flight

$277

Yangtze River Express

1 layover

1d 2h 30m

09/08/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$662

Air China

1 layover

1d 7h 40m

12/12/2026

The fastest flight

12h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

5:45 PM

Latest flight

12:15 AM

Average flight duration

10h 25m

Direct flights count

14

Distance

8054km

Timezone difference

2h

Airfare from Shanghai to Melbourne by month

August 2026

on average:

$294

January 2027

on average:

$585

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Melbourne airports overview

Avalon Airport

Essendon Airport

Tullamarine Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Melbourne

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$277

Yangtze River Express

1 layover

1d 2h 30m

09/08/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$662

Air China

1 layover

1d 7h 40m

12/12/2026

The fastest flight

12h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

5:45 PM

Latest flight

12:15 AM

Average flight duration

10h 25m

Direct flights count

14

Distance