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$304+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to Melbourne (MEL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MEL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne are usually found in December or May, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$631
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$304
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$483
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:15 amSHA - MEL
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/78:50 pmMEL - SHA
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$568
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1710:10 amSHA - MEL
1 stop21h 25mXiamenAir
Mon 7/711:35 amMEL - SHA
1 stop31h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 6/10$598
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/113:50 pmSHA - MEL
1 stop14h 50mChina Southern
Fri 7/1810:20 amMEL - SHA
1 stop25h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 6/11$795
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/261:20 pmSHA - MEL
1 stop14h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/612:45 amMEL - SHA
1 stop14h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/9$1,546

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

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Melbourne

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Return

Price

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/11

7:55 am-6:00 am

2 stops20h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 7/21

11:35 am-10:40 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$631

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/11

12:10 pm-9:35 am

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 7/21

11:35 am-5:00 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$710

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/11

3:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop14h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 7/18

10:20 am-9:20 am

1 stop25h 00m

$795

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/26

1:20 pm-5:55 am

1 stop14h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 10/6

12:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$1,546

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/31

8:50 pm-6:00 am

2 stops31h 10m

$304

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/4

10:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$456

ShanghaiMelbourne

SHA - MEL

SHAMEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/31

8:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$656

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Hongqiao Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
39 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
39 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
39 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
39 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very good
39 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    XiamenAir, at $710, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and Cathay Pacific.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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