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Scheduled flights to Shanghai

Here are all the scheduled flights to Shanghai, providing a variety of convenient travel options.

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Mon, 28 July 2025

Tue, 29 July 2025

Airline	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Origin Airport	Destination Airport
China Southern Airlines	12:55	18:20	Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
Juneyao Air	16:50	23:40	Bali / Denpasar (DPS)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
Thai VietJet Air	17:00	22:35	Bangkok (BKK)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
Air China	17:55	20:00	Taipei (TPE)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
Air China	17:55	22:15	Hanoi (HAN)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
AirAsia X	18:40	24:20 (+1 day)	Kuala Lumpur (KUL)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
China Eastern Airlines	20:30	05:00 (+1 day)	Sydney (SYD)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
China Eastern Airlines	21:30	06:05 (+1 day)	Melbourne (MEL)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
China Eastern Airlines	23:40	05:10 (+1 day)	Singapore (SIN)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight
China Eastern Airlines	23:45	07:05 (+1 day)	Jakarta (CGK)	Shanghai (PVG)	Book Flight

Airlines flying to Shanghai

These airlines airlines offer direct service to Shanghai.

Whether you're travelling from within Australia or from a destination abroad, these airlines offer direct service to Shanghai. Select your preferred airline to learn more about what they can offer, including baggage information, seat classes, availability of lounges and frequent flyer programs.

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Sichuan Airlines

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China Eastern Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Hong Kong Airlines

Japan Airlines

Air China

Asiana Airlines

Jetstar

Thai Airways

China Southern Airlines

Thai Air Asia X

Cathay Pacific

Garuda Indonesia

Spring Airlines Japan

Shanghai Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

VietJet Air

Qantas

United Airlines

Philippine Airlines

All Nippon Airways

EVA Air

Turkish Airlines

Lufthansa

Bangkok Airways

KLM

Hainan Airlines

Korean Air

China Airlines

Delta Airlines

About Shanghai flights

Flights to Shanghai: Your ticket to dumplings, skyscrapers, and neon nights

Shanghai runs on big-city adrenaline: neon lanes, sky-high rooftops, midnight xiao long bao, and deals at every turn. One minute you’re wandering a Ming-era garden, the next you’re sipping cocktails above the Huangpu skyline. Grab a direct flight into Pudong International Airport and swap the Aussie coastline for electric street life in under half a day.

How long is the flight to Shanghai

Melbourne to Shanghai: 9 hours, 55 minutes
Brisbane to Shanghai: 10 hours, 20 minutes
Sydney to Shanghai: 10 hours, 30 minutes
Perth to Shanghai: 11 hours, 40 minutes
Adelaide to Shanghai: 14 hours, 50 minutes

Which airlines fly direct to Shanghai

China Eastern: Great prices and friendly crew.
Juneyao Airlines: Budget-friendly with decent perks.

Where you can fly direct to Shanghai from

China Eastern: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
Juneyao Airlines: Sydney, Melbourne

Where is the airport in Shanghai?

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is about 30 kms from the city centre. If you need to get there, you’ve got a few options:

Metro Line 2: Direct and cheap, connects the city to the airport.
Maglev train: Fastest option, gets you to Longyang Road in 8 minutes.
Taxi: Handy if you’ve got luggage or want a straight ride with no transfers.
Airport transfer: Best for groups, families, or if you want a smooth, no-fuss trip.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai

March to May is the sweet spot for lower fares. You’ll enjoy mild weather, blooming gardens, and fewer crowds compared to summer. Airfares jump from June to August during school holidays and festivals, and late December can get pricey with New Year travel. To save, avoid these peak periods and book ahead for spring.

Visa/Passport requirements when flying to Shanghai

From 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025, Aussies can visit China visa-free for up to 30 days. It covers tourism, business, and family visits.

You’ll still need a valid passport, and entry is decided by border officials. If you’re not eligible for visa-free entry, you’ll need to sort your visa before you fly.

How early to arrive at the airport

Get to your home airport at least three hours before your flight to Shanghai.

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Frequently asked questions about flight

How do I book flight tickets to Shanghai via Traveloka?

You can easily book your flight to Shanghai with the search tool at the top of this page. Start by selecting your departure city and Shanghai and choosing your travel dates. You'll then be presented with all the available flight options to Shanghai, with the chance to filter by direct flights only, airline including baggage, departure times and even preferred stopover cities for connecting flights.

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

If you're flying to Shanghai from outside the country, then it's best to book three to six months in advance. For domestic flights, the earlier, the better, but six to eight weeks in advance on popular routes should do the trick. It's a good idea to keep an eye out for regular flight sales, like the EOFY, Black Friday and Boxing Day sales as this is when some of the best fares are available.

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