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Flight deals from Brisbane to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P38,680. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai

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

Direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

Alternative Brisbane to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Brisbane to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Brisbane to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP16,665
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time10 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineAir France
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Brisbane to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is P33,081. 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.
10 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Brisbane to Shanghai.
Air France, China Eastern and Qantas fly direct from Brisbane to Shanghai.
As of April 2026, there are 17 flights per week flying from Brisbane to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai is usually September.
If you're flying from Brisbane Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from P33,081.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai on Thursday, 3 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 22 minutes.
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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, VietJet Air and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai.

  • Shanghai is two hours behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take your pick of six weekly services between these two airports. China Eastern Airlines offers a 11:00 departure between BNE and PVG.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BNE to Shanghai flight.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • Direct Brisbane Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Get on board with China Eastern Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from BNE to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • Located around 10 kilometers from central Brisbane, BNE can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to BNE? If you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai

  • P16,665 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket right now is P33,081. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap flights from BNE to Shanghai by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Brisbane Airport to Shanghai tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BNE to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

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

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is located around 14 kilometers from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 40 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your BNE to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • In general, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from SHA once your travel dates are set.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Shanghai in December.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Brisbane Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Look for cheap tickets from BNE to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel about 274 kilometers west to Nanjing to check off its top sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Puyang is another well-known destination in China and is around 241 kilometers southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

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