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Find cheap flights to Shanghai in 2025/2026 from $449 This is the cheapest return flight found to Shanghai from Australia on FlightsFinder on December 11th 2025 at 23:51. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from Australia to Shanghai in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from Australia to Shanghai in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
According to our data, October is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Shanghai.
You can get flights from $449 return.
According to our data, December is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Shanghai.
A return flight could set you back more than $719.
Shanghai, a bustling metropolis on China's eastern coast, seamlessly blends ancient traditions with modern innovation. This vibrant city is a melting pot of cultures, featuring towering skyscrapers, historic temples, and serene gardens. From the iconic Bund waterfront with its colonial architecture to the futuristic skyline of Pudong, Shanghai offers a harmonious juxtaposition of the past and the present. Experience the city's dynamic energy through its lively markets, delectable cuisine, and world-class shopping. Whether you seek historical marvels or cutting-edge entertainment, Shanghai promises a captivating journey through time and culture.
A good price for a flight to Shanghai is $404 - $494.
Popular airports near Shanghai include Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH).
The flight to Shanghai (PVG) is roughly 11 hours 21 minutes and 4,887 miles (7,865 kilometres) from Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
The best way is to compare flights to Shanghai from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
Yes, there are direct flights to Shanghai.
Here is the average weather forecast in Shanghai by month:
• Jan: 8°C
• Feb: 10°C
• Mar: 14°C
• Apr: 20°C
• May: 25°C
• Jun: 28°C
• Jul: 32°C
• Aug: 32°C
• Sep: 28°C
• Oct: 23°C
• Nov: 17°C
• Dec: 11°C
The main airport in Shanghai, Pudong International Airport, is approximately 30 kilometers from the city center.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Shanghai 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Shanghai are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
12.9 °C
Mon, 15 Dec 2025
Average Temperature
8°C
Jan
10°C
Feb
14°C
Mar
20°C
Apr
25°C
May
28°C
Jun
32°C
Jul
32°C
Aug
28°C
Sep
23°C
Oct
17°C
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11°C
Dec
Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,887 miles (7,865 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 21 minutes)
Brisbane, Australia - Brisbane International Airport (BNE) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,540 miles (7,306 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 35 minutes)
Melbourne, Australia - All Airports (MEL) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,982 miles (8,017 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 34 minutes)
Perth, Australia - Perth International Airport (PER) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,375 miles (7,041 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 13 minutes)
Cairns, Australia - Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,680 miles (5,922 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 8 hours 40 minutes)
Adelaide, Australia - Adelaide International Airport (ADL) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,694 miles (7,554 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 55 minutes)
Darwin, Australia - Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,069 miles (4,939 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 7 hours 19 minutes)
Gold Coast, Australia - Coolangatta Airport (OOL) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,599 miles (7,401 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 43 minutes)
Townsville, Australia - Townsville International Airport (TSV) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,856 miles (6,205 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 9 hours 4 minutes)
Mount Isa, Australia - Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,767 miles (6,062 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 8 hours 52 minutes)
Kununurra, Australia - Kununurra Airport (KNX) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,274 miles (5,269 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 7 hours 46 minutes)
Newcastle, Australia - Williamtown Metropolitan Area Airport (NTL) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,833 miles (7,779 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 14 minutes)
Mackay, Australia - Mackay Airport (MKY) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,045 miles (6,509 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 9 hours 29 minutes)
Hobart, Australia - Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,365 miles (8,634 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 25 minutes)
Launceston, Australia - Launceston Airport (LST) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
5,277 miles (8,492 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 13 minutes)
Cloncurry, Australia - Cloncurry Airport (CNJ) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,789 miles (6,097 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 8 hours 55 minutes)
Paraburdoo, Australia - Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,762 miles (6,055 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 8 hours 51 minutes)
Karratha, Australia - Karratha Airport (KTA) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,598 miles (5,791 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 8 hours 29 minutes)
Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Australia - Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport (KGI) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,279 miles (6,887 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours)
Learmonth, Australia - Learmonth Airport (LEA) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,723 miles (5,992 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 8 hours 46 minutes)
Port Macquarie, Australia - Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,778 miles (7,690 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 7 minutes)
Port Hedland, Australia - Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
3,566 miles (5,739 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 8 hours 25 minutes)
Canberra, Australia - Canberra Airport (CBR) to Shanghai (PVG)
Distance:
4,924 miles (7,924 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 26 minutes)
From Perth (PER), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $449
Depart: 15 Sep 2026 · Return: 22 Sep 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 23:51
From Melbourne (MEL), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $534
Depart: 09 Jan 2026 · Return: 16 Mar 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 09:42
From Sydney (SYD), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $550
Depart: 31 Jan 2026 · Return: 03 Mar 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 06:32
From Darwin (DRW), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $635
Depart: 05 Feb 2026 · Return: 09 Mar 2026 Price found 15 Dec 2025, 05:31
From Brisbane (BNE), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $645
Depart: 22 Apr 2026 · Return: 05 May 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 00:45
From Adelaide (ADL), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $671
Depart: 12 May 2026 · Return: 26 May 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 22:44
From Cairns (CNS), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $807
Depart: 13 May 2026 · Return: 27 May 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 08:15
From Hobart (HBA), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $832
Depart: 12 Mar 2026 · Return: 17 Mar 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 11:48
From Gold Coast (OOL), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $970
Depart: 23 Mar 2026 · Return: 23 Apr 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 10:20
From Townsville (TSV), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,028
Depart: 15 Feb 2026 · Return: 08 Mar 2026 Price found 15 Dec 2025, 04:46
From Canberra (CBR), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,251
Depart: 06 Apr 2026 · Return: 16 Apr 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 01:34
From Newcastle (NTL), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $1,620
Depart: 01 Feb 2026 · Return: 08 Feb 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 13:57
From Launceston (LST), Australia to Shanghai, China (PVG): $2,989
Depart: 29 Dec 2025 · Return: 05 Jan 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 13:55
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