Cheap flights from Cairns to Shanghai

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Cairns to Shanghai and booking your next trip
Cheapest one-way flight $350
Jetstar 1 stop 16 hr Wed, Jul 1
The cheapest one-way flight from Cairns to Shanghai is currently $350
Fastest flight 13 hr 55 min The fastest flight with stops from Cairns to Shanghai takes 13 hr 55 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

Popular airlines from Cairns to Shanghai

  • Singapore Airlines
    16 weekly connecting flights
    CNS - PVG Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
  • Air New Zealand
    Typical price: $1,700–2,750
    2 weekly connecting flights
    CNS - PVG Every Tue, Sat

Popular airports near Cairns

  • Cairns Airport (CNS)
    Cairns Australia 9 min 2 mi
  • Townsville Airport (TSV)
    Townsville City Australia 4 hr 3 min 173 mi
  • Cooktown Airport (CTN)
    Cooktown Australia 3 hr 57 min 109 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 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 Cairns to Shanghai

The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar, Jetstar from $350.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
    The cheapest one-way flight starts at $350 and departs on Wed, Jul 1.
    13 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Cairns 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 Cairns 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 Cairns 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 Cairns to Shanghai.

    In terms of flights, Singapore Airlines is the most popular. Singapore Airlines offers 16 connecting flights per week. Singapore Airlines flies from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .

    Another popular airline flying from Cairns to Shanghai is:
    • Air New Zealand offers 2 connecting flights per week. Air New Zealand flies from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
    The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Cairns and Shanghai.
    The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar, Jetstar from $350.

    Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
      No airline flies direct from Cairns to Shanghai.
      • There are 16 Singapore Airlines connecting flights from Cairns to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
      • There are 2 Air New Zealand connecting flights from Cairns to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday and Saturday.
      Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
      The cheapest last-minute deal between Cairns and Shanghai at price $1,112 is offered by Cathay Pacific, Qantas from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
      No airline flies direct from Cairns to Shanghai.
      • There are 16 Singapore Airlines connecting flights from Cairns to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
      • There are 2 Air New Zealand connecting flights from Cairns to Shanghai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday and Saturday.
      Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
      There are no direct flights from Cairns to Shanghai.
      It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Cairns 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.
      To book business class trips from Cairns 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 Cairns and Shanghai starts at $1,112 from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11 with Cathay Pacific, Qantas.
      The cheapest last-minute deal between Cairns and Shanghai at price $1,112 is offered by Cathay Pacific, Qantas from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
      To find last-minute flight deals from Cairns 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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