S$259 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai (MEL-SHA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$259 for one-way flights and S$547 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Thu, 6 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
SHA
Shanghai
S$547 Return, just found
S$547
Return
just found
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Wed, 12 Nov, priced at S$547 just found
China Southern Airlines
Thu, 6 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$547 Return, just found
S$547
Return
just found
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Wed, 12 Nov, priced at S$547 just found
Sichuan Airlines
Fri, 1 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$590 Return, found 5 days ago
S$590
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Fri, 1 Aug from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Sun, 17 Aug, priced at S$590 found 5 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Thu, 6 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$633 Return, just found
S$633
Return
just found
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Wed, 12 Nov, priced at S$633 just found
Philippine Airlines
Fri, 1 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$676 Return, found 5 days ago
S$676
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, 1 Aug from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Sun, 17 Aug, priced at S$676 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 6 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$691 Return, just found
S$691
Return
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 6 Nov from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Wed, 12 Nov, priced at S$691 just found
Xiamen Airlines
Thu, 7 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
SHA
Shanghai
S$701 Return, found 4 days ago
S$701
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Thu, 7 Aug from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Sun, 17 Aug, priced at S$701 found 4 days ago
AirAsia X
Mon, 10 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$721 Return, found 1 day ago
S$721
Return
found 1 day ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Sun, 16 Nov, priced at S$721 found 1 day ago
Juneyao Air
Fri, 8 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$794 Return, found 3 days ago
S$794
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Juneyao Air flight, departing Fri, 8 Aug from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Thu, 21 Aug, priced at S$794 found 3 days ago
Vietnam Airlines
Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
PVG
Shanghai
S$841 Return, found 2 days ago
S$841
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Thu, 28 Aug from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Thu, 4 Sep, priced at S$841 found 2 days ago
Melbourne to Shanghai route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
S$546
Distance
7990 km

Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Shanghai (SHA) including

The earliest flight leaves Tullamarine Airport at 00:35 and arrives at Hongqiao Intl. Airport at 08:55. The last flight of the day departs Melbourne at 23:40 and arrives at Shanghai at 23:50.

The flight distance from Melbourne to Shanghai is about 9003 km, the shortest flight is 13 hours 20 minutes with Virgin Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price quoted for a round-trip journey from Tullamarine Airport to SHA was S$547. Fares this good don't hang around forever, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
This can vary between air carriers, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are easy-to-follow instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Tullamarine Airport to SHA flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
The distance is around 8,000 kilometres. Sleep mask? Check. Noise-cancelling headphones? Check. You'll need to pack all the travel comforts for this long-haul Melbourne to China flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?
You won't find any airlines flying directly between Tullamarine Airport and SHA, so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a welcome way to break up a trip!
Are Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Tickets from Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally score great last-minute deal, it's never a sure thing. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options --- and you can avoid landing the dreaded middle seat! We frequently update our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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