Shanghai (Pudong) to Essendon Fields (PVG–MEB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PVG–MEB has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · MEB: AEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 8:00 PM in Essendon Fields.
Chinese passport holders need a visa to enter Australia. The most common option is the Visitor visa (subclass 600), which costs AUD 190 and allows stays up to 3, 6, or 12 months. Apply online through immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. Processing takes 20 to 30 days for the tourist stream, but can be longer during busy periods.
Required documents include proof of funds, travel itinerary, employment letter, and bank statements. If you have family in Australia, an invitation letter helps. Australia also offers a 10-year frequent traveler visa (subclass 600) for Chinese nationals at AUD 1,085, with each stay capped at 3 months. All applicants may need to provide biometrics at the Australian Visa Application Centre in their city. Health examinations are required for stays over 3 months.
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
PVG–MEB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to MEB
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
PVG to MEB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to MEB is about 11 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,987 miles (8,025 km).