S$404 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

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Popular airlines from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai (MEL-SHA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$404 for one-way flights and S$590 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air China
Fri, 1 May - Thu, 14 May
MEL
Melbourne
SHA
Shanghai
S$590 Return, found 2 days ago
S$590
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Fri, 1 May from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Thu, 14 May, priced at S$590 found 2 days ago
Air China
Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 5 May
MEL
Melbourne
SHA
Shanghai
S$597 Return, found 3 days ago
S$597
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Sun, 19 Apr from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Tue, 5 May, priced at S$597 found 3 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Mon, 25 May - Fri, 29 May
MEL
Melbourne
SHA
Shanghai
S$719 Return, found 22 hours ago
S$719
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Mon, 25 May from Melbourne to Shanghai, returning Fri, 29 May, priced at S$719 found 22 hours ago

Alternative airports near Shanghai

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 53 minutes. Flights from S$1,690
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre53 min
Flights from S$1,690

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$590. 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
S$590
Distance
7990 km

Book with confidence

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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