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$431 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl – Compare and Save

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Cheapest return fare
$809
Typical prices: $715-$1,063
China Southern
Thu 24/9Sun 8/11
MEL - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$10,009
Typical prices: $1,261-$1,613
Delta
Sun 27/12Thu 28/1
MEL - SHA • Direct
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Hongqiao Intl. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $681 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 59m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl (MEL-SHA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

Thu, 24 Sep - Sun, 8 Nov
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 09:20MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
21:50 - 09:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$809China Southern
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:25 - 16:35MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 10m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
07:10 - 10:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 15m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$813XiamenAir
Sun, 13 Sep - Fri, 30 Oct
XiamenAir Logo
11:35 - 17:00MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
21:45 - 10:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 40m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$816XiamenAir
Mon, 7 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 09:20MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
21:45 - 19:20SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
19h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$818China Southern
Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 17:00MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:45 - 21:20SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
34h 35m3 stops Quanzhou Jinjiang Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Singapore Changi
$852Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
Air China Logo
20:15 - 21:40MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
20:30 - 15:40SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
$879Air China
Fri, 2 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 17:00MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:45 - 15:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
21h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
$886Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 10:25MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 10m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
15:35 - 13:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
18h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
$893Shenzhen Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 30 Nov
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:20 - 14:25MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 05m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
15:35 - 13:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
18h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
$893Shenzhen Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
Air China Logo
20:15 - 09:55MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
21:30 - 15:40SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
15h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
$913Air China
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $718 and $1,033 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $809 on China Southern (24 Sept–8 Nov).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost $658 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,399 and $1,227 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$431
Best time to beat the crowds (20% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (51% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

When to book flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl flights

  • Where can I get medical assistance at Melbourne Airport?

    Should you need medical assistance before your flight, Melbourne Airport has a medical centre in Terminal 1, which offers services ranging from first aid to immunization before your trip. Please note, however, that it is only open from Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm. There are also four pharmacies in Terminals 1, 2 and 4, which are all open seven days a week.

  • Can I exchange currency at the airport in Melbourne or Shanghai?

    Those who prefer to exchange money before their trip can do so at one of the Travelex currency exchange offices at Melbourne Airport. They have multiple locations in Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and are open according to flight schedules. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport has currency exchange in both Terminals 1 and 2, spread throughout the arrival and departure halls as well as in the check-in area.

  • How do I get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport into the city centre using public transport?

    The airport is connected to the city centre by buses as well as the metro. There are multiple bus lines that you can hop on at both Terminals 1 and 2 to access different areas of the city. For a quicker option, metro lines 2 and 10 run from the airport’s Terminals 1 and 2 and go into the city centre with a few stops in between. Both trains and buses run between about 6am and 10pm.

  • Are there any on-site airport hotels at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?

    Those wishing to stay at the airport to catch a connecting flight the next day can do so at Boyue Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel, which is located in Terminal 2. Alternatively, you can stay near the airport at the Shanghai International Airport Hotel or Argyle International Airport Hotel, both an easy five-minute walk from Terminal 1, and both additionally offering a free airport shuttle service.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport was $431 for a one-way ticket and $813 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Melbourne airport is called Melbourne and the only airport in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Melbourne?

    Guangzhou is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai, Hainan Airlines or Singapore Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai are Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. With an average price for the route of $559 and an overall rating of 8.3, Hainan Airlines is the most popular choice. Singapore Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,071 and an overall rating of 8.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

  • Duty-free shopping is available at Melbourne Airport in International Terminal 2, where you even have the option of making purchases and collecting them upon your return. If you are looking to purchase a few things on arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, Terminal 1 has a small selection of stores, while Terminal 2 has over 75 stores for passengers to choose from.
  • Luggage storage is available at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at Eastern Transportation Central Island E, which is located in the arrivals hall. They are open every day from 7am to 8:30pm and can help passengers who wish to store a bag or several after their flight from Melbourne to Shanghai.
  • If you’re not taking your pet on your holiday, you can leave them at Hanrob Pet Hotel located at Melbourne Airport. They will be well taken care of and enjoy a holiday of their own as they are served gourmet meals and receive aromatherapy treatments. In addition, you can schedule Skype sessions while you’re away if you want to check in on your cat or dog.
  • Flights from Melbourne to Shanghai can be long, so passengers who are looking to relax on arrival can head to the gardens next to Gates 25 and 71 in Terminal 2. As well as enjoying the rest area, you can stay connected with free Wi-Fi, and if you are travelling with children you will also find a play area for the kids.
  • While there is a good selection of food available in both terminals at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, please note that there are no 24-hour options and most restaurants are open from 7am to 10pm. If your flight from Melbourne to Shanghai arrives in the middle of the night, it would be wise to pack some extra snacks in your bag with you.

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