Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Melbourne is three hours ahead of Shanghai and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Choose from 15 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. The 00:20 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest you can take. China Eastern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:25.
Leave plenty of time to catch your PVG to MEL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Melbourne (and then seeing more of Australia!) is a cinch with China Eastern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
China Eastern Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a reliable 96.74% of services landing on schedule, China Eastern Airlines has the best on-time record for PVG to MEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between PVG and MEL:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
At the moment, Rs48,309 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs110,814. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PVG to MEL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PVG to MEL.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
78.11% of flights taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a handy hotel near PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you're on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for January if you want to go to Melbourne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PVG to MEL in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without dropping by Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
