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Flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL) take about 10h 31m (8,017 km). China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $336 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Melbourne

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

Qantas Boeing 737-800 aircraft taking off into the cloudy sky at Melbourne Airport. — arriving in Melbourne

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Melbourne

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

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen✈ Juneyao Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Shanghai to Melbourne fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $336 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $251. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$49729 Oct 2026 · China Eastern$251 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$34424 Nov 2026 · China Eastern$251 · 1 stop24 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$33623 Dec 2026 · China Eastern$254 · 1 stop10 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$6021 Jan 2027 · China Eastern$461 · 2 stops25 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$49420 Feb 2027 · China Eastern$271 · 1 stop20 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$48113 Mar 2027 · Juneyao Airlines$270 · 1 stop8 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$69117 Apr 2027 · China Eastern$369 · 2 stops12 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $251 for October 2026, $254 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 Melbourne, 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 Melbourne

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

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 Melbourne flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Melbourne?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL) takes about 10h 31m, covering 8,017 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 Melbourne by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Melbourne Airport is 8,017 km (4,982 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Melbourne?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–MEL route include China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines. 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 Melbourne cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–MEL was $336 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 23 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 Melbourne?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $251 one-way, against $461 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 Melbourne?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $251 with one stop against $336 nonstop, a saving of $85. 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 Melbourne?
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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