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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 3,455 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,455, select.
Shanghai.R 3,578 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,578, select.
Shanghai.R 3,614 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,614, select.
Shanghai.R 3,619 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,619, select.
Shanghai.R 3,673 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,673, select.
Shanghai.R 3,736 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,736, select.
Shanghai.R 4,286 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,286, select.
Shanghai.R 4,702 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,702, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from R 4,286
Jun
from R 3,614
Jul
from R 3,578
Aug
from R 3,736
Sep
from R 4,702
Oct
from R 3,455
Nov
from R 3,619
Dec
from R 8,225
Jan
from R 6,168
Feb
from R 3,673
Mar
from R 6,040
Apr
from R 6,184

Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong

Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Melbourne to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,455
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong is R 5,925. 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 33 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Air France and Qantas fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong.
As of May 2025, there are 37 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Friday, 6 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 33 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 Shanghai Pudong 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia X and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 10 hours 40 minutes.

  • Shanghai is three hours behind Melbourne and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Flights from MEL to PVG start from 11:00 — the first with China Eastern Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:30 with China Eastern Airlines. In total, there are 15 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MEL to PVG flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • China Eastern Airlines is your gateway to discovering Shanghai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is China Eastern Airlines.

  • China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates MEL to PVG flights. An impressive 84.31% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and PVG:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is R 3,455. A return fare right now is R 5,925. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from MEL to PVG by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MEL to PVG.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport to the centre of Shanghai has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Shanghai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MEL to PVG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its must-visit sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Shanghai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.