Flying from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to SHA won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to SHA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to SHA flight is so much easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
The majority of flights that depart Avalon Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SHA instead:
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
₹ 21,244 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 29,839. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to SHA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Melbourne to SHA flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Shanghai when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to 外滩-观景平台 followed by 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.
