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Flights from Shanghai to Auckland

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Auckland (AKL) take about 12h 13m (9,368 km). China Eastern flies it. Lowest fare seen: $612 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Auckland

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

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen

Shanghai to Auckland fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $612 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $475. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$75327 Oct 2026 · China Eastern$597 · 2 stops25 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$61326 Nov 2026 · China Eastern$475 · 1 stop29 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$61217 Dec 2026 · China Eastern$475 · 1 stop14 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$74120 Jan 2027 · China Eastern$657 · 2 stops28 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$68413 Feb 2027 · China Eastern$512 · 3 stops18 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$64822 Mar 2027 · China Eastern$482 · 1 stop28 Mar 2027
May 2027$70717 May 2027 · China Eastern$563 · 3 stops17 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $475 for November 2026, $475 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to Auckland, 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 Auckland

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New Zealand 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 — Shanghai to Auckland flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Auckland?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Auckland (AKL) takes about 12h 13m, covering 9,368 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 Auckland by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Auckland International Airport is 9,368 km (5,821 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Auckland?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–AKL 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 Auckland cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–AKL was $612 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 16 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.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Auckland?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $475 one-way, against $657 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to Auckland?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $475 with one stop against $612 nonstop, a saving of $137. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to New Zealand?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter New Zealand 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 Auckland?
New Zealand 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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