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Cheap flights from New Zealand 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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 November 2025.

Mon 10/1114:20CHC - SHA
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1116:35SHA - CHC
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,125
Thu 6/1122:10AKL - PVG
1 stop18h 15mChina Southern
Fri 21/1118:05PVG - AKL
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 5/11$1,136
Thu 6/1114:55AKL - PVG
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1119:05PVG - AKL
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,196
Mon 10/1114:55AKL - PVG
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1119:05PVG - AKL
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,205
Sun 16/1122:20AKL - PVG
1 stop17h 10mHainan Airlines
Sun 23/1109:00PVG - AKL
1 stop28h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,217
Fri 21/1122:20AKL - PVG
2 stops41h 10mHainan Airlines
Fri 28/1111:15PVG - AKL
1 stop26h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,219
Mon 10/1114:55AKL - SHA
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 25/1113:35SHA - AKL
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11$1,238
Thu 20/1122:35AKL - PVG
1 stop30h 05mHainan Airlines
Thu 27/1111:35PVG - AKL
1 stop26h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,267
Wed 31/1210:00AKL - PVG
1 stop30h 25mChina Southern
Tue 20/113:45PVG - AKL
2 stops21h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 5/11$1,297
Wed 31/1222:10AKL - SHA
1 stop25h 00mChina Southern
Tue 20/119:05SHA - AKL
1 stop16h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 5/11$1,300
Fri 7/1114:55AKL - PVG
1 stop25h 40mCathay Pacific
Fri 14/1112:50PVG - AKL
1 stop19h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11$1,343
Sun 7/1222:10AKL - SHA
1 stop29h 05mChina Southern
Sun 14/1220:50SHA - AKL
1 stop28h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 5/11$1,397

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,125

One-way from

$504

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,222
10/11-25/11
  • 10/11-25/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 20m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($468 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($105 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 6 November 2025.
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ChristchurchShanghai

CHC - PVG

CHCPVG

Christchurch

Sun 8/2

22:30-11:25

1 stop17h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 25/2

18:05-17:20

1 stop18h 15m

$1,072

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

08:15-15:20

1 stop36h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

22:30-13:25

1 stop33h 55m

$1,130

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

08:15-22:00

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/3

07:10-13:25

1 stop25h 15m

$1,180

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/2

06:45-22:00

2 stops20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/2

07:10-09:40

1 stop21h 30m

$1,192

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

10:00-22:15

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/2

20:05-16:15

1 stop15h 10m

$1,196

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

22:10-10:10

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/2

08:50-06:30

1 stop16h 40m

$1,205

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

20:30-21:40

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/2

22:30-17:25

1 stop37h 55m

$1,247

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/1

23:55-07:05

Nonstop12h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/2

16:30-17:25

1 stop19h 55m

$1,259

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/11

06:00-23:55

2 stops22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/11

19:05-23:00

2 stops22h 55m

$1,268

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/12

10:00-22:15

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/12

08:50-06:30

1 stop16h 40m

$1,270

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Shanghai

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Shanghai (average of $460). Flying from New Zealand to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 6 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Shanghai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

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

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 6 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Air New Zealand, andCathay Pacific from New Zealand to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
52 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
52 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
52 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
52 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,055 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
52 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
52 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
52 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Shanghai?

    China Southern, Cathay Pacific, and Air China can get you from New Zealand to Shanghai in just under 17h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 10m. New Zealand and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 9764 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $563. Users have also found prices from $566 and $596 on Cathay Pacific and Air China, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Shanghai?

    When deciding which route to take from New Zealand to Shanghai, consider Auckland Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Auckland Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Christchurch - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Shanghai (average of $460). Flying from New Zealand to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from New Zealand to Shanghai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$408Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$459Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$496Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$531Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$880Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$963Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China EasternCheapest$1,023Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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