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Flight deals from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,072. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.$925 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $925, select.

Shanghai.$949 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $949, select.

Shanghai.$957 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $957, select.

Shanghai.$960 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $960, select.

Shanghai.$965 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $965, select.

Shanghai.$970 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $970, select.

Shanghai.$992 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $992, select.

Shanghai.$1,036 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,036, select.

Shanghai.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.

Shanghai.$1,069 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,069, select.

Shanghai.$1,070 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,070, select.

Shanghai.$1,072 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,072, select.

Shanghai.$1,073 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,073, select.

Shanghai.$1,080 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,080, select.

Shanghai.$1,084 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 25 Jun.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,084, select.

Shanghai.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Thu, 11 Mar.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao

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Melbourne to Shanghai: Flight information

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Cheapest month to fly	November

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

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao is $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.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao. But we found flights with one stop from $925.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on Sunday, 15 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai Hongqiao?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Hongqiao is China Southern .

Travelling from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): What you need to know

The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in Shanghai.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Melbourne to SHA.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to SHA departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
- Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
68% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to SHA flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing on schedule.

About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Consider staying in a hotel close to SHA if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

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

From Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, central Shanghai is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

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

$551 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. A return flight starts at $925. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to SHA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to SHA.
Find a cheap flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

December is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Visit Shanghai in June for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to SHA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Your Shanghai trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that should be on your list include Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.

Explore more of China

Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're ready to explore another side of China, head for Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Poet Town, Xuanlushan Scenic Area and Pujiang Art Gallery are among its highlights.