Cheap Flights from Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong

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Flight deals from Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,361. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in August.

Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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

Gold Coast to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,320
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong is $1,320. 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 Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,320.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Shanghai Pudong is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Gold Coast Airport and Shanghai Pudong 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 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, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Shanghai is two hours behind Gold Coast and is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to catch your OOL to PVG flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between OOL and PVG include:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Ngurah Rai International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • At the moment, $663 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,320. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from OOL to PVG, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Picking up cheap flights from OOL to PVG is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • 74.82% of flights leaving from Gold Coast Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To reach Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near OOL? If you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

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.

  • From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from OOL to PVG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top attractions. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of China, head for Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are the start of reasons to visit.

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