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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Darwin Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £388. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Darwin.£388 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Darwin on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £388, select.
Darwin.£450 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £450, select.
Darwin.£451 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Thu, 4 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £451, select.
Darwin.£632 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £632, select.
Darwin.£694 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Darwin on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £694, select.
Darwin.£857 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £857, select.

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Shanghai to Darwin: Alternative routes

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Shanghai to Darwin: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£388
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Darwin is £388. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Shanghai to Darwin. But we found flights with one stop from £388.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Shanghai to Darwin.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Darwin is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Darwin Airport on Saturday, 4 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai and Darwin Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Darwin 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 Darwin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Darwin is Cathay Pacific .

Flying from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport (DRW): What you need to know

  • Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin. The city follows the UTC+9:30 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Shanghai.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Shanghai to DRW.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to DRW leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

    • Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)

  • Located around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • You can arrive at SHA from the centre of Shanghai in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to DRW flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 86%.

  • The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DRW:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Darwin International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Darwin and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around four weeks before your Shanghai to Darwin International Airport flight.

Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin

  • Darwin International Airport is around 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Darwin. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • Currently, £218 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £388. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to DRW, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Darwin International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Shanghai to DRW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport (DRW). July is the most popular month to visit Darwin. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in January.

  • Before locking in your Shanghai to DRW plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 34ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 31ºC.

More about Darwin

  • Start your Darwin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Darwin International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Darwin when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Mindil Beach followed by Mindil Beach Park and Rapid Creek Beach.

Explore more of Australia

  • Katherine East is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Darwin. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre, Skate park and 30 Rack Alley.

  • Katherine is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 274 kms (170 miles) southeast of Darwin. No trip is complete without seeing Katherine, Katherine Outback Experience and Katherine River.

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