Hilltop view of Adelaide city skyline with lush trees and rolling hills in South Australia. — flights from Shanghai to Adelaide
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Flights from Shanghai to Adelaide

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Adelaide (ADL) take about 9h 57m (7,554 km). China Eastern flies it. Lowest fare seen: $484 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Adelaide

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

Hilltop view of Adelaide city skyline with lush trees and rolling hills in South Australia. — arriving in Adelaide

Airport transfer

ADL → Adelaide, 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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Things to book in Adelaide

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Adelaide

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

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Adelaide

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to Adelaide flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Adelaide?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Adelaide (ADL) takes about 9h 57m, covering 7,554 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 Shanghai from Adelaide by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Adelaide International Airport is 7,554 km (4,694 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Adelaide?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–ADL 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 Shanghai to Adelaide cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–ADL was $484 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 17 Dec 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.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to Adelaide?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $381 with one stop against $484 nonstop, a saving of $103. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia 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 Adelaide?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

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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