What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

What airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

China Southern, Juneyao Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:50 pm - 9:30 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

28h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

11:25 am - 10:15 pmMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$598China Southern

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

8:30 am - 3:05 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

27h 35m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

8:45 pm - 10:55 pmMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 10m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl

$605Hainan Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20

8:10 am - 10:35 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

23h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

12:35 pm - 11:00 amMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$631XiamenAir

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

4:10 pm - 10:35 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

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12:35 pm - 10:50 pmMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 15m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$634XiamenAir

Sun, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 13

6:10 pm - 10:35 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

13h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

12:35 pm - 12:40 pmMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 05m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$634XiamenAir

Sat, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 13

9:45 pm - 9:40 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

11:25 am - 7:20 pmMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$649China Southern

Sun, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 26

2:50 pm - 8:20 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

11:20 am - 12:15 pmMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$758China Southern

Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24

4:50 pm - 8:20 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

11:20 am - 1:20 pmMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$759China Southern

Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24

6:00 pm - 11:00 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

38h 00m2 stops Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

1:00 pm - 8:35 amMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 35m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang

$911China Eastern

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

10:55 am - 11:00 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne

21h 05m2 stops Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

1:00 pm - 9:50 amMEL Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 50m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang

$991China Eastern

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10

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China Southern flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

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China Southern

Oct 31

SHA1:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 40m

1 stop

MEL9:30 pmMelbourne

Nov 7

MEL11:25 amMelbourne

13h 50m

1 stop

SHA10:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$598

China Southern

Oct 11

SHA9:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 55m

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MEL9:40 amMelbourne

Oct 26

MEL11:25 amMelbourne

34h 55m

1 stop

SHA7:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$649

China Southern

Oct 22

SHA2:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

MEL8:20 pmMelbourne

Oct 24

MEL11:20 amMelbourne

27h 55m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$758

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Nov 20

SHA5:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 20m

1 stop

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MEL10:15 pmMelbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

SHA10:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$743

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Dec 30

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 25m

1 stop

MEL1:00 pmMelbourne

Dec 31

MEL10:15 pmMelbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

SHA10:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$849

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Nov 20

SHA5:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 20m

1 stop

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Dec 27

MEL10:15 pmMelbourne

16h 10m

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$969

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Thu 10/22

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$759

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SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - MEL Melbourne

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Thu 10/15

6:00 pm-11:00 am

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Melbourne

Thu 10/22

1:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops22h 35m

$911

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SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - MEL Melbourne

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Wed 10/7

10:55 am-11:00 am

2 stops21h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

1:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops23h 50m

$991

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $631 to $1,231.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $598.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with most prices found around $499. The month of November is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport averaging around $578.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,106. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport for around $1,663.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon for as low as $1,128. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,373. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How have Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 79% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$329
Fastest flight time	17h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $329. The best round-trip flight deal from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $598.

The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport takes 17h 15m

There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

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How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne by plane?
A flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne will travel around 4990.6 mi. Typically, this will take 17h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
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There are 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is China Southern (55% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Juneyao Airlines (24%) and China Eastern (22%).

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $399	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 243 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $488	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $566	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights

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