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Flight deals from Shanghai to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.R 2,905 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,905, select.
Melbourne.R 3,066 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,066, select.
Melbourne.R 3,124 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,124, select.
Melbourne.R 3,233 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,233, select.
Melbourne.R 3,454 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,454, select.
Melbourne.R 3,756 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,756, select.
Melbourne.R 3,902 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,902, select.
Melbourne.R 4,259 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,259, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in June.
Sep
from R 3,237
Oct
from R 3,760
Nov
from R 3,069
Dec
from R 3,128
Jan
from R 5,008
Feb
from R 5,278
Mar
from R 3,458
Apr
from R 4,264
May
from R 3,906
Jun
from R 2,909
Jul
from R 4,589
Aug
from R 6,184

Direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Alternative Shanghai to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,905
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineAir France
Average flights per week26

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Melbourne is R 6,863. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Melbourne.
Air France, China Eastern and Qantas fly direct from Shanghai to Melbourne.
As of September 2025, there are 26 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne is usually November.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from R 6,863.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne on Monday, 10 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne is VietJet Air. And the cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is Juneyao Airlines.

Flying from Shanghai to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can take off from in Shanghai. Explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when planning your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the primary arrival point in Melbourne.

  • Around 10 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Shanghai to Melbourne flight.

  • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Shanghai.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to {"defaultCase":"Melbourne Tullamarine Airport","accusativeCase":"Melbourne Tullamarine Airport","nominativeCase":"Melbourne Tullamarine Airport","dativeCase":"Melbourne Tullamarine Airport"} (MEL) is the most traveled route. When looking for a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne, you can pick from 15 services a week between PVG and MEL.

  • To ensure you make your Shanghai to Melbourne flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling over a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

  • To snag cheap Shanghai to Melbourne flights, book your trip eight months before your departure date.

  • November is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Shanghai to Melbourne. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Shanghai to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in a cheap Shanghai to Melbourne flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Melbourne departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Begin your trip at PVG and end it at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

  • Look out for deals with China Eastern Airlines. This carrier offers direct Shanghai to Melbourne plane tickets from PVG.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Shanghai to Melbourne flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

    • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • Central Shanghai to PVG is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 78.11% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Shanghai to Melbourne flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Melbourne:

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • SHA is around 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne, unwind in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 85.58% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Melbourne, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MEL:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt to explore Melbourne and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • The centre of Melbourne is about 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). As soon as your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 50 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from AVV three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Hop off your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne and go directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to drive there.

  • Public transport will take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Start your travels without stressing about how to get to your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable companies here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • If you prefer a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Book your ride from MEB at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Melbourne in April.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to Melbourne ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Melbourne

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:

  • Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Melbourne must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Eureka Skydeck 88.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Melbourne

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