- Cheapest from
- Auckland
- Cheapest month
- November
- Direct flights
- Yes
$389 · China Eastern
November 2026
from Auckland and Sydney
Flights to Shanghai from each city
Lowest one-way fare per person over the coming months, in AUD. Choose a city to see every month and date.
- Auckland → Shanghai February 2027 · Direct · China Eastern from $389 View deal
- Melbourne → Shanghai January 2027 · 1 stop · AirAsia X from $392 View deal
- Perth → Shanghai February 2027 · 1 stop · Vietjet from $398 View deal
- Sydney → Shanghai February 2027 · 1 stop · Jetstar from $413 View deal
- Christchurch → Shanghai January 2027 · 2 stops · Qantas from $488 View deal
- Brisbane → Shanghai November 2026 · 1 stop · Vietjet from $527 View deal
- Gold Coast → Shanghai February 2027 · 2 stops · Virgin Australia from $542 View deal
- Wellington → Shanghai November 2026 · 3 stops · Jetstar from $664 View deal
- Queenstown → Shanghai January 2027 · 2 stops · Virgin Australia from $726 View deal
- Darwin → Shanghai November 2026 · 1 stop · China Southern Airlines from $728 View deal
- Cairns → Shanghai November 2026 · 1 stop · Jetstar from $773 View deal
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About flights to Shanghai
We compare the lowest fares to Shanghai (SHA) from 11 cities across Australia and New Zealand, using prices travellers found in the last 48 hours. Right now the cheapest way there is from Auckland, from $389 one way, and November 2026 is looking like the cheapest month to go.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the cheapest city to fly to Shanghai from?
Auckland currently has the cheapest fares, from $389 one way in February 2027. Next cheapest: Melbourne ($392) and Perth ($398).
When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?
November 2026 has the lowest fares from the most cities right now. Open a city's route page to see every month.
Can I fly direct to Shanghai?
Yes. We've recently seen direct fares from Auckland and Sydney.