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Cheap Flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao

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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 4,585 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,585, select.
Shanghai.R 4,925 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,925, select.
Shanghai.R 4,941 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,941, select.
Shanghai.R 4,946 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,946, select.
Shanghai.R 4,998 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,998, select.
Shanghai.R 5,170 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,170, select.
Shanghai.R 6,006 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,006, select.
Shanghai.R 6,172 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,172, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao flights are currently cheapest in September.
Sep
from R 4,585
Oct
from R 4,925
Nov
from R 4,941
Dec
from R 6,006
Jan
from R 4,998
Feb
from R 5,170
Mar
from R 4,946
Apr
from R 6,172
May
from R 6,174
Jun
from R 6,172
Jul
from R 9,926
Aug
from R 9,880

Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao: 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 Hongqiao.

Melbourne to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,585
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao is R 7,769. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 7,769.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Hongqiao is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on Friday, 24 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Hongqiao 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.
Currently, Hainan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Hongqiao.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai three hours behind Melbourne.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your MEL to SHA flight.

  • During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MEL and SHA include:

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • At the moment, R 4,585 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,769. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to SHA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEL to SHA.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

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

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

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to the centre of Shanghai has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport for August if you want to go to Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to SHA in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of China, consider Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are key highlights.

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.