Brisbane, AustraliaShanghai, China

Flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

Nonstop flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Shanghai (PVG) take about 9h 38m (7,306 km). China Eastern flies it. Lowest fare seen: $379 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Shanghai: King of Hearts, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Shanghai

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — arriving in Shanghai

Airport transfer

PVG → Shanghai, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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A breathtaking view of Brisbane's illuminated skyline at night with reflections on the river. — lounges at Brisbane Airport

Brisbane Airport · 1 lounge

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Airlines flying Brisbane to Shanghai

Carriers on BNE–PVG according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen

Brisbane to Shanghai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $352 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $334. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$35230 Oct 2026 · China Eastern	—
Nov 2026	$3793 Nov 2026 · China Eastern	—
Jan 2027	$45316 Jan 2027 · China Eastern	$334 · 1 stop13 Jan 2027
Apr 2027	$51723 Apr 2027 · China Eastern	$399 · 1 stop23 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $352 for October 2026, $334 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Brisbane to Shanghai, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Shanghai

Based on weather and travel conditions in China

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Brisbane to Shanghai flights

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Brisbane (BNE) to Shanghai (PVG) takes about 9h 38m, covering 7,306 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Brisbane from Shanghai by air?

The great-circle distance between Brisbane International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 7,306 km (4,540 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Brisbane to Shanghai?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BNE–PVG route include China Eastern. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Brisbane to Shanghai cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BNE–PVG was $379 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 3 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $334 one-way, against $399 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Brisbane to Shanghai?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $339 with one stop against $379 nonstop, a saving of $40. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Australia to China?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Shanghai?

China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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