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Cheap flights from Auckland to Shanghai, China from $504

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Shanghai are usually found in October or November, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$776

One-way from

$504

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,297
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 23/5-12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 50m total
  • Auckland to Shanghai
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 10m total
  • Auckland to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($457 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($115 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2025.

Fri 23/520:45AKL - SHA
1 stop30h 10mHainan Airlines
Thu 12/608:30SHA - AKL
1 stop29h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 27/4$776
Sun 8/620:45AKL - PVG
1 stop22h 35mHainan Airlines
Tue 10/616:25PVG - AKL
1 stop21h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 28/4$781
Thu 8/513:25AKL - SHA
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/508:30SHA - AKL
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$945
Sun 8/620:40AKL - PVG
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/616:25PVG - AKL
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$970
Thu 13/1110:10AKL - PVG
1 stop16h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/1117:30PVG - AKL
1 stop14h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4$989
Wed 11/613:25AKL - SHA
1 stop35h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 18/613:20SHA - AKL
1 stop18h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4$992
Mon 4/821:25AKL - PVG
1 stop30h 55mChina Southern
Mon 25/806:35PVG - AKL
1 stop29h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$1,009
Thu 13/1122:00AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 17/1100:10PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/4$1,047
Thu 13/1123:55AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 20mAir China
Tue 18/1114:15PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Deal found 28/4$1,213
Sat 27/919:30AKL - PVG
2 stops27h 05mChina Airlines
Thu 16/1012:05PVG - AKL
2 stops25h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,275
Thu 29/511:05AKL - PVG
1 stop26h 35mKorean Air
Fri 13/608:50PVG - AKL
1 stop19h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 27/4$1,463
Thu 10/722:45AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 30/714:15PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/4$1,543

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Auckland

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Fri 23/5

20:45-22:55

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/6

08:30-18:10

1 stop29h 40m

$776

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/6

20:45-15:20

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/6

16:25-18:05

1 stop21h 40m

$781

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/5

13:25-15:35

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 15/5

08:30-18:10

1 stop29h 40m

$945

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/6

20:40-00:20

2 stops31h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/6

16:25-18:05

1 stop21h 40m

$970

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/6

13:25-20:55

1 stop35h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/6

13:20-11:40

1 stop18h 20m

$992

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

21:25-00:20

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/8

06:35-15:35

1 stop29h 00m

$1,009

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/5

13:25-23:55

1 stop38h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/6

08:35-11:40

1 stop23h 05m

$1,042

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/5

21:00-05:30

Nonstop12h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/6

00:15-15:45

Nonstop11h 30m

$1,143

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/6

22:45-06:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/6

14:15-05:40

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,249

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Sat 27/9

19:30-18:35

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 16/10

12:05-19:00

2 stops25h 55m

$1,275

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Shanghai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Auckland to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

The most flights from AKL to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 28 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, China Airlines and Hainan Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

    For a flight from Auckland to Shanghai, you will be flying from Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 17.9 km from the centre of the city. Auckland Intl is the only Auckland airport and it handles 4 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 7 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Auckland Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Shanghai round-trip?

    Hainan Airlines, at $776, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and China Eastern. Hainan Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $504 on Hainan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $508 and China Southern from $516 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Shanghai?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Shanghai are LATAM Airlines (95%), China Eastern (95%) and Air New Zealand (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,396 for a flight from Auckland to Shanghai. The cheapest flight overall is $471 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at $761.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Shanghai?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Shanghai flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Auckland to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$386Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$435Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$467Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$503Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$663Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$813Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$925Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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