Cheap flights from Shanghai to Melbourne

Cheapest current fares: $274 in September 2026, 8,017 km direct flight in ~9h 26m.

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Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL). Refreshed daily.

Shanghai (PVG) → Melbourne (MEL)

  1. September 2026 $274
  2. October 2026 $285
  3. November 2026 $286
  4. December 2026 $288
  5. August 2026 $313
  6. January 2027 $464

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne?

    Based on current 6-month forward fare data, September 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL), with fares starting from $274.

  • What is the lowest current fare from PVG to MEL?

    The lowest currently-listed fare from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL) is $274 on 2026-09-14.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Melbourne?

    Direct flights from PVG to MEL cover approximately 8,017 km (4,982 miles), with an estimated flight time of 9h 26m. Operating airlines: HO, MU.

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