Shanghai (Pudong) to Melbourne (PVG–MEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVG–MEL 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 10h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 35 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 | 10h25-10h30 | – | SkyTeam | AF, QF |
| HO Juneyao Air | 3 | 789 | 10h15 | – | – | – |
| DKH DKH | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Melbourne from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→MEL | HGH→MEL | NKG→MEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 103 mi | 178 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 3 | 3 |
| Flight time | 10h 15m | 10h 9m | 10h 25m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · MEL: AEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 8:00 PM in Melbourne.
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.
SkyBus runs to Southern Cross Station in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24), operating 24/7. Tickets can be bought on the bus, app, or counter in arrivals. Suburban stops are available on selected services.Taxis from the rank cost AUD $55–75 to the CBD (30–40 min, more in traffic). Uber: AUD $35–55. Rental car desks are in the terminal; the off-airport option (cheaper) requires a shuttle. No suburban train exists yet; the airport is not on Melbourne's rail network. Myki transit cards do not cover MEL.
Melbourne's weather is famously variable. "Four seasons in one day" is a local cliché with real operational meaning. The city sits on Port Phillip Bay in a temperate zone. Summer (December–February) averages 25–30°C but can spike above 40°C during northerly heat events. These extreme heat days occasionally cause ground crew restrictions.
Winter (June–August) is cool at 7–14°C with rain and low cloud. Fog-related delays are occasional but not severe. Thunderstorms are most common October through March. Pack layers year-round. The weather changes rapidly. Disruption risk is low by global standards.
PVG–MEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to MEL
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) are connected by nonstop service from DKH, Juneyao Air and China Eastern Airlines. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PVG to MEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to MEL ranges from 10 hours 15 minutes to 11 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,982 miles (8,017 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 58 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via ICN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH) and Nanjing (NKG).