Cheap flights from Brisbane to Shanghai

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Brisbane to Shanghai and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $731
China Southern 1 stop 26 hr Thu, Apr 23 — Wed, May 6
The cheapest round-trip flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is currently $731
Cheapest one-way flight $384
Vietjet 1 stop 28 hr Fri, Jul 10
The cheapest one-way flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is currently $384
Cheapest nonstop flights $922
China Eastern Nonstop 11 hr Fri, Apr 24 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is currently $922
Last-minute weekend getaway $895
EVA Air 1 stop 23 hr Thu, Apr 16 — Sun, Apr 19
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Brisbane to Shanghai is currently $895
Cheapest business class flights $2,882
China Southern 1 stop 24 hr Fri, Apr 24 — Thu, May 7
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is currently $2,882
Fastest flight 10 hr 15 min The fastest nonstop flight from Brisbane to Shanghai takes 10 hr 15 min
Nonstop flights Some days There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai is typically March. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
March
Cheapest
Typical prices: $420–770
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $910–1,550

Popular airlines from Brisbane to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $1,100–1,700
    5 weekly nonstop flights
    BNE - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
  • China Southern
    from $731
    Typical price: $520–1,300
    123 weekly connecting flights
    BNE - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Cathay Pacific
    from $775
    Typical price: $650–1,650
    74 weekly connecting flights
    BNE - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Singapore Airlines
    from $843
    Typical price: $780–1,750
    50 weekly connecting flights
    BNE - PVG Every day
  • Air New Zealand
    from $1,558
    Typical price: $1,450–2,250
    21 weekly connecting flights
    BNE - PVG Every day
  • Malaysia Airlines
    from $873
    Typical price: $800–1,350
    10 weekly connecting flights
    BNE - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun

Popular airports near Brisbane

  • Brisbane Airport (BNE)
    Brisbane Australia 21 min 8 mi
  • Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
    Gold Coast Australia 1 hr 11 min 56 mi
  • Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
    Sunshine Coast Regional Australia 1 hr 25 min 60 mi
  • Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK)
    Ballina Australia 2 hr 1 min 99 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 43 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 27 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 8 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Brisbane to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Brisbane to Shanghai are usually in March. Typical ticket prices in March range from $420 to $770.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Brisbane to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $731. The cheapest one-way flight was with Vietjet from $384.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $731, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $775, flying from May 21 to Jun 4.
  • The cheapest Singapore Airlines flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $843, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 20.
  • The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $1,558, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 26.
  • The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $873, flying from May 22 to Jun 4.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Brisbane to Shanghai starts at $731 from Thu, Apr 23 to Wed, May 6. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $384 and departs on Fri, Jul 10.
10 hr 15 min is the shortest flight time from Brisbane to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Brisbane to Shanghai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Brisbane to Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 5 nonstop flights per week. China Eastern flies from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .

In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 123 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Brisbane to Shanghai are:
  • Cathay Pacific offers 74 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Singapore Airlines offers 50 connecting flights per week. Singapore Airlines flies from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Air New Zealand offers 21 connecting flights per week. Air New Zealand flies from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • Malaysia Airlines offers 10 connecting flights per week. Malaysia Airlines flies from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Brisbane and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Brisbane to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with China Southern from $731. The cheapest one-way flight was with Vietjet from $384.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $731, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $775, flying from May 21 to Jun 4.
  • The cheapest Singapore Airlines flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $843, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 20.
  • The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $1,558, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 26.
  • The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Brisbane to Shanghai is $873, flying from May 22 to Jun 4.
China Eastern flies direct from Brisbane to Shanghai.
  • There are 5 China Eastern direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Brisbane and Shanghai at price $895 is offered by EVA Air from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
China Eastern flies direct from Brisbane to Shanghai.
  • There are 5 China Eastern direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Direct flights from Brisbane to Shanghai are only available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Brisbane and Shanghai start at $922 from Fri, Apr 24 to Sun, May 10 with China Eastern.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Brisbane to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Brisbane and Shanghai start at $2,882 from Fri, Apr 24 to Thu, May 7 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Brisbane and Shanghai start at $731 from Thu, Apr 23 to Wed, May 6.
To book business class trips from Brisbane to Shanghai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Brisbane and Shanghai starts at $895 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19 with EVA Air.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Brisbane and Shanghai at price $895 is offered by EVA Air from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
To find last-minute flight deals from Brisbane to Shanghai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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