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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 451 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.424 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 424 €, select.
Shanghai.450 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 450 €, select.
Shanghai.451 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 451 €, select.
Shanghai.451 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 451 €, select.
Shanghai.451 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 451 €, select.
Shanghai.451 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 451 €, select.
Shanghai.451 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 451 €, select.
Shanghai.452 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 452 €, select.
Shanghai.453 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 453 €, select.
Shanghai.487 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 487 €, select.
Shanghai.498 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 498 €, select.
Shanghai.499 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 499 €, select.
Shanghai.502 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 502 €, select.
Shanghai.504 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 504 €, select.
Shanghai.512 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 512 €, select.
Shanghai.513 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From 513 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from 1.925 €
Aug
from 451 €
Sep
from 451 €
Oct
from 451 €
Nov
from 450 €
Dec
from 498 €
Jan
from 693 €
Feb
from 554 €
Mar
from 512 €
Apr
from 538 €
May
from 538 €
Jun
from 538 €

Direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong

Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from 450 €
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from 424 €
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Melbourne to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found424 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week35

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong is 424 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Air France and Qantas fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong.
As of July 2026, there are 35 flights per week flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Shanghai Pudong is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Friday, 30 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 31 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Hainan Airlines and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne.

  • Flights from MEL to PVG start from 08:00 — the first with Juneyao Airlines. The last departure is at 22:30 with China Eastern Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 15 weekly Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to PVG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • China Eastern is your gateway to discovering Shanghai (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport offered by this airline.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with China Eastern on this route.

  • Among carriers operating MEL to PVG flights, Juneyao Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MEL and PVG:

    • Hong Kong Intl Airport

    • Sydney Airport

    • Xiamen Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

  • Currently, 243 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 424 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to PVG if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MEL to PVG couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MEL:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • From Shanghai Pudong Airport, Shanghai is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to PVG in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Shanghai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.