Melbourne to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Shanghai (SHA) connect Australia and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,017 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include MEL and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Melbourne. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Melbourne, Australia
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 8,017 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- MEL
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Melbourne to Shanghai
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Route overview
Melbourne to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between Australia and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are MEL and SHA. Related codes: MEL → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,017 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Melbourne airports and metro codes: MEL.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Melbourne, other destinations from Melbourne, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Melbourne to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Melbourne and Shanghai is approximately 8,017 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Melbourne to Shanghai?
Melbourne is commonly searched with code MEL (related: MEL). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Melbourne?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Melbourne. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,017 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Melbourne to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects Australia (Melbourne) with China (Shanghai).