Cheap Flights from Shanghai (CSHA) to Melbourne Tullamarine (MEL)

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Flight deals from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.£294 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £294, select.

Melbourne.£299 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £299, select.

Melbourne.£308 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £308, select.

Melbourne.£308 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £308, select.

Melbourne.£309 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £309, select.

Melbourne.£309 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £309, select.

Melbourne.£309 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £309, select.

Melbourne.£309 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £309, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine

Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£294
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	10 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	53

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

How much are return flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine is £294. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine?

10 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine?

China Eastern, Air France and Qantas fly direct from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine?

As of February 2026, there are 106 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Wednesday, 11 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 36 minutes.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

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

Travelling from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know

Shanghai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Book a direct Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 10 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is three hours ahead of Shanghai. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with China Eastern Airlines at 8:30pm. Opt for the first PVG to MEL departure with China Eastern Airlines at 12:15am if you'd rather not wait around.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Shanghai to MEL.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

You can hop on a direct flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
You can lock in a direct flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport with China Eastern Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from PVG.
Most passengers prefer to fly with China Eastern Airlines between PVG and MEL.
China Eastern Airlines ranks highest for on-time performance. An exceptional 96.74% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to MEL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Changi International Airport (SIN)
- Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kms (35 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
78.11% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Here's where you can connect between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and MEL:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
- Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
SHA is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to MEL flight:
The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport make it to their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Have a late flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near MEL and hit the lights earlier:
Go where the road takes you with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and see more of Melbourne and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is roughly 12 miles from central Melbourne. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

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

£137 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Return flights start at £294. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from Shanghai to MEL by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
November is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Shanghai to MEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

April is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Shanghai to MEL plane ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Melbourne

Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Flinders Street Railway Station, Australian Grand Prix and Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.

Explore more of Australia

Bendigo is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Melbourne. Around 113 kms (70 miles) away to the north-west, its best attractions include Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Around 88 kms (55 miles) west of Melbourne, Ballarat is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park.