Melbourne to Shanghai (Pudong) (MEL–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEL–PVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air and DKH lead the route. The flight covers 4,982 miles in approximately 9h. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: AF, QF | 14 | 789 | 10h30-10h50 | – | SkyTeam | AF, QF |
| HO Juneyao Air | 3 | 789 | 9h47 | – | – | – |
| DKH DKH | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MEL: AEST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne, it's 4:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
No train connection exists; the Melbourne Airport Rail Link was under development as of 2026 but not yet open. The SkyBus operates 24/7 between Southern Cross Station (Spencer St) and MEL in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24 one-way). Stops at select CBD hotels on some services.Ride-shares (Uber) from the CBD cost AUD $35–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Taxis run AUD $55–75 (higher at nights and weekends). Parking from AUD $20/day in economy lots. The Tullamarine Freeway is the only practical road route; check traffic before departing.
Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.
Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.
MEL–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEL to PVG
Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from DKH, Juneyao Air and China Eastern Airlines. With 31 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MEL to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEL to PVG ranges from 9 hours 0 minutes to 10 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,982 miles (8,017 km). There are approximately 31 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 58 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via CRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.