Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Shanghai (SHA)

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Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Shanghai (SHA)

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Hainan Airlines
Fri., 28 Feb. - Mon., 17 Mar.
MEL
Tullamarine
PVG
Pudong Intl.
AU$510 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$510
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Fri., 28 Feb. from Tullamarine to Pudong Intl., returning Mon., 17 Mar., priced at AU$510 found 5 days ago
Sichuan Airlines
Wed., 26 Feb. - Tue., 18 Mar.
MEL
Tullamarine
PVG
Pudong Intl.
AU$529 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$529
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Wed., 26 Feb. from Tullamarine to Pudong Intl., returning Tue., 18 Mar., priced at AU$529 found 5 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Sat., 22 Feb. - Tue., 11 Mar.
MEL
Tullamarine
SHA
Hongqiao Intl.
AU$554 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$554
Return
found 5 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat., 22 Feb. from Tullamarine to Hongqiao Intl., returning Tue., 11 Mar., priced at AU$554 found 5 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Sat., 1 Mar. - Thu., 20 Mar.
MEL
Tullamarine
SHA
Hongqiao Intl.
AU$601 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$601
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Sat., 1 Mar. from Tullamarine to Hongqiao Intl., returning Thu., 20 Mar., priced at AU$601 found 5 days ago
Juneyao Airlines
Fri., 7 Mar. - Tue., 1 Apr.
MEL
Tullamarine
PVG
Pudong Intl.
AU$742 Return, found 18 hours ago
AU$742
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select Juneyao Airlines flight, departing Fri., 7 Mar. from Tullamarine to Pudong Intl., returning Tue., 1 Apr., priced at AU$742 found 18 hours ago

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Melbourne to Shanghai Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Shanghai (SHA)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Melbourne to Shanghai flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MEL to SHA routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Traveling To
Hongqiao Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
SHA
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price
AU$510

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?
One of the best things about a long-haul flight is that it forces you to take a step back from the chaos of normal life. Make good use of the 11 hours and 27 minutes from MEL to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to down a cheeky wine or two, finally get to that book or grab a bit of beauty sleep.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
700 Yingbin 1st Rd
Shanghai ,
China
IATA code:
SHA
Longitude:
121.333473
Latitude:
31.19779
Time zone:
Asia/Shanghai
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Melbourne to Shanghai Flight Deals from AU$510

Considering a quick trip to Shanghai, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from MEL to SHA. With heaps of cheap fares from Melbourne, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

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For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Shanghai from Melbourne from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Shanghai in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Shanghai from Melbourne 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$510 and rising to AU$742 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Melbourne to Shanghai today!  

Find cheap airfares to Shanghai from Melbourne 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Melbourne and Shanghai
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in February)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Melbourne to Shanghai

Shanghai HongQiao Airport Hotel
Shanghai HongQiao Airport Hotel
5 out of 5
No.2 Gate, Departure floor, Hongqiao, Airport, Changning District, Shanghai, Shanghai
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hongqiao Tiandi and Shanghai Zoo ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (150 reviews)
Great value
"Great hotel for the cost, ate at both restaurants and both delicious."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

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Shanghai HongQiao Airport Hotel
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
4.5 out of 5
No. 333 Shenhong Road, Minhang, Shanghai
The price is AU$158 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Hongqiao Tiandi and Shanghai Zoo are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"Perfect location for getting to and from the train station"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD
Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD
5 out of 5
9 Shenhong Road, Hongqiao CBD, Shanghai, Shanghai
The price is AU$113 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (470 reviews)
Good hotel for experienced traveller
"Excellent except our room too hot. Hotel HVAC not room specific. Management aware but unable to correct. At least they comped us breakfast! Hotel very clean. Good exercise room. Breakfast excellent. Hotel away from downtown. Ok for us as we rode metro. Very convenient. But if you want to be near ..."

Reviewed on 3 Dec. 2024

Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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