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Cheapest return flight
$794
Typical prices: $646-$1,009
XiamenAir
Fri 12/10Sat 10/11
MEL - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$461
Typical prices: $383-$683
Cathay Pacific
Sun 28/1
MEL - SHA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK)
Cheapest • Avg $536 (return)
Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN)
Shortest trip • 14h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl (MEL-SHA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Hongqiao Intl

Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 22:40MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 05m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
21:45 - 10:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 50m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$794XiamenAir
Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 29 Dec
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 12:15MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:50 - 06:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$797China Southern
Wed, 21 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 11:00MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
14:10 - 10:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
17h 15m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$797XiamenAir
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 10:10MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:50 - 06:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$805China Southern
Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 30 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 10:25MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 10m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
17:40 - 13:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
16h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
$817Shenzhen Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 30 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:15 - 10:25MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 10m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
12:45 - 13:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
21h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
$819Shenzhen Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Hainan Airlines Logo
20:45 - 22:55MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 10m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
09:00 - 15:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 10m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$846Hainan Airlines
Sat, 6 Mar - Thu, 15 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 12:20MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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13:20 - 05:55SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
14h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$856Cathay Pacific
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:30 - 12:20MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 12:30SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$874Cathay Pacific
Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Hainan Airlines Logo
19:45 - 23:05MEL  Melbourne-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 20m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
Hainan Airlines Logo
08:30 - 15:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 35m1 stop Haikou Meilan Intl
$920Hainan Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport start at $794. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $646 to $1,009. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $794 on XiamenAir.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at $602 return.
  • December ($1,171) and July ($939) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$461
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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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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Your Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $752 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $843, a difference of $91. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are The Bund, Nanjing Road, and Shanghai Disneyland. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 14% above the route average of $799. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 12,926 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $794 to $7,572. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $480, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flying via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 54m, compared to 15h 02m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 15h 35m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 2 hours behind Melbourne Airport (China Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from $646 to $1,009, with an average of $799 over the past 12 months. Anything below $646 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $752 – about $91 less than Friday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $602 return in that month – typically $569 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
    - Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    - Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
    - Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
  • 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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