Book cheap flights from Melbourne to Shanghai from £147

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Melbourne Shanghai
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Mon, 27 May MEL - SHA
Thu, 30 May SHA - MEL
£2259 £2230
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Melbourne Shanghai
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Sun, 12 May MEL - PVG
£152 £147
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
84% Trains in Shanghai are 84% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne £2.77
Shanghai £0.44
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
75% A meal in Shanghai is 75% cheaper than a meal in Melbourne.
Melbourne £13.05
Shanghai £3.31
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 9.12 CNY
1 CNY = 0.11 GBP
Last checked on 04 May 2024
Distance: 5005 miles
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL) How far from city centre: 7 miles
Avalon Airport (AVV) How far from city centre: 31 miles
Moorabbin (MBW) How far from city centre: 9 miles
Essendon (MEB) How far from city centre: 9 miles
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG) How far from city centre: 19 miles
Hongqiao (SHA) How far from city centre: 4 miles

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If you are planning to visit Shanghai from Melbourne, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from Australia to China, Melbourne - Shanghai is one of the most popular routes.

In the Melbourne Airport Airport MEL, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, Melbourne Airport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at Pu Dong Airport SHA airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in China.

The flight duration is approximately 14 h and 25 m, covering a distance of about 8054 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Melbourne MEL to Shanghai SHA: China Eastern Airlines.

Start planning your next adventure with eDreams, and let us help you turn your travel dreams into reality. Your journey awaits – book your flight today!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Shanghai

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to China. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Melbourne to Shanghai at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £147 for the route Melbourne - Shanghai. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Shanghai more expensive than Melbourne to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Shanghai costs an average of 1.76 GBP pounds, 39% cheaper than Melbourne, with a fare of 2.87 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 84% less in Shanghai: 0.44 GBP pounds against 2.77 GBP pounds in Melbourne. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 3.31 GBP euros in Shanghai, 75% less than the 13.05 GBP euros in Melbourne. The price of a coffee is approximately 9% more expensive in Shanghai, with an average of 2.93 GBP euros, while in Melbourne the coffee costs 2.70 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?
The most popular months to book from Melbourne to Shanghai are June, April and February.
When would be the best time to travel from Melbourne to Shanghai?
The best time of the year to visit Shanghai from Melbourne really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, July is the best month to fly to  Shanghai from Melbourne in terms of searches from our customers, followed by December and November. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds January, June and November are the months with fewer searches for Melbourne -  Shanghai.
What is the duration of a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?
Flight duration from Melbourne to Shanghai is around 12:53 hours on average, at an average distance of 9,041 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Shanghai compared to Melbourne?
The average temperature in Melbourne is 37.14 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 3.0 mm ,Shanghai's temperatures reach 37.03 during the hot season, with 12.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -2.66 degrees in Shanghai, compared to the -1.12 average degrees reported in Melbourne. During the winter period, Melbourne can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Shanghai have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.
From which airports is it possible to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai?
The main route from Melbourne to Shanghai is: Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Pu Dong (PVG). The following airlines fly this route:
  • China Eastern Airlines.
  • Air France.
  • Qantas Airways.
Which airlines provide flights from Melbourne to Shanghai?
The airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Shanghai are:
  • China Eastern Airlines.
Flight Time 12 h and 53 m Flights from Melbourne and Shanghai last around 12 h and 53 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £147 The cheapest price available for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Airport of Departure Melbourne Airport You will depart from Melbourne Airport when flying from Melbourne to Shanghai
Airport of Arrival Pu Dong Outbound flights from Melbourne to Shanghai arrive at Pu Dong

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