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$335+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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SHA — AKL
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Shanghai

Discover essential information about flights departing from Shanghai, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Shanghai airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

Cheapest airline

China Eastern
On average, China Eastern currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of $2,786).
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Tue 10/311:35PVG - AKL
1 stop26h 05mHainan Airlines
Sat 14/322:35AKL - PVG
1 stop30h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 23/11$990
Fri 6/321:50SHA - AKL
1 stop37h 25mChina Southern
Mon 9/322:10AKL - SHA
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,230
Fri 6/322:50PVG - AKL
1 stop36h 25mChina Southern
Mon 9/322:10AKL - PVG
1 stop20h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,230
Mon 22/1219:05SHA - AKL
1 stop16h 10mChina Southern
Mon 29/1222:10AKL - SHA
1 stop25h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,280
Mon 22/1206:55PVG - AKL
1 stop28h 20mChina Southern
Mon 29/1222:10AKL - PVG
1 stop20h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,280
Thu 25/1208:50SHA - AKL
1 stop16h 40mChina Southern
Sat 10/122:10AKL - SHA
1 stop19h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$1,332
Sun 21/1219:05SHA - AKL
1 stop30h 25mChina Southern
Sun 4/122:10AKL - SHA
1 stop27h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,335
Sun 21/1222:50PVG - AKL
1 stop36h 25mChina Southern
Sun 4/122:10AKL - PVG
1 stop31h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,362
Sun 7/1221:50SHA - AKL
1 stop37h 25mChina Southern
Wed 10/1210:00AKL - SHA
1 stop34h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$1,369
Tue 10/308:50SHA - AKL
1 stop26h 25mChina Southern
Sat 14/322:10AKL - SHA
1 stop22h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 23/11$1,373
Thu 25/1206:55PVG - AKL
1 stop18h 35mChina Southern
Sat 10/122:10AKL - PVG
1 stop20h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,376
Tue 20/122:50PVG - AKL
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Thu 5/210:00AKL - PVG
1 stop19h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,398

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Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 25 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/3

21:50-16:15

1 stop37h 25m

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

22:10-13:20

1 stop20h 10m

$1,230

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/12

19:05-16:15

1 stop16h 10m

Auckland Intl

Mon 29/12

22:10-18:10

1 stop25h 00m

$1,280

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 25/12

08:50-06:30

1 stop16h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/1

22:10-12:15

1 stop19h 05m

$1,332

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/3

11:50-16:15

1 stop23h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

22:10-14:15

1 stop21h 05m

$1,410

ShanghaiAuckland

PVG - AKL

PVGAKL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/2

10:05-22:25

2 stops31h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/2

08:55-07:10

2 stops27h 15m

$1,426

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 15/1

20:05-16:15

1 stop15h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

10:00-20:20

1 stop15h 20m

$1,441

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/1

21:50-06:30

1 stop27h 40m

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/2

10:00-22:15

1 stop17h 15m

$1,480

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

19:05-16:15

1 stop16h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

22:10-10:10

1 stop17h 00m

$1,480

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-06:30

1 stop28h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/2

10:00-22:15

1 stop17h 15m

$1,480

ShanghaiAuckland

SHA - AKL

SHAAKL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 19/1

19:05-16:15

1 stop16h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/2

10:00-22:15

1 stop17h 15m

$1,480

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of $633). Flying from Shanghai in January will prove the most costly (average of $1,614). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

For round-trip flights from Shanghai you’ll fly on: China Eastern, Air New Zealand, China Southern. Which fly to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From $1,593
Delta
Delta
From $2,121
Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines
From $227
Asiana Airlines
Asiana Airlines
From $362

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Shanghai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, China Southern, andChina Eastern from Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
536 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
536 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
536 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
536 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
536 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 25 November 2025.

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