Cheap flights from New Zealand to Shanghai, China from $510

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
22 Jul — 29 Jul1
1 adult

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 17 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$916

One-way from

$510

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,326
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 1/8-23/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
30/7
  • 30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($449 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($103 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Shanghai

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 17 July 2025.

Fri 1/820:45AKL - SHA
1 stop30h 20mHainan Airlines
Sat 23/808:30SHA - AKL
1 stop29h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/7$916
Sat 30/820:50AKL - PVG
1 stop18h 55mHainan Airlines
Sat 6/916:25PVG - AKL
1 stop21h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/7$947
Thu 14/806:20CHC - SHA
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/916:10SHA - CHC
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,002
Fri 1/806:00AKL - SHA
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 23/814:10SHA - AKL
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,067
Fri 18/721:25AKL - SHA
1 stop15h 55mChina Southern
Thu 4/910:50SHA - AKL
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 17/7$1,105
Thu 30/1014:55AKL - SHA
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/1113:35SHA - AKL
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/7$1,109
Thu 4/910:15AKL - PVG
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/914:30PVG - AKL
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,124
Thu 6/1111:55WLG - PVG
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1214:45PVG - WLG
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,126
Wed 15/1018:10CHC - PVG
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1119:00PVG - CHC
1 stop36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,134
Tue 9/913:25AKL - PVG
1 stop27h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 28/1013:45PVG - AKL
1 stop18h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/7$1,137
Thu 14/821:25AKL - PVG
2 stops40h 00mChina Southern
Sat 13/918:20PVG - AKL
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/7$1,257
Thu 4/921:00AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 18/900:15PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/7$1,269

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Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/8

20:45-23:05

1 stop30h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 23/8

08:30-18:10

1 stop29h 40m

$916

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Sat 30/8

20:50-11:45

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/9

16:25-18:10

1 stop21h 45m

$947

ChristchurchShanghai

CHC - SHA

CHCSHA

Christchurch

Thu 14/8

06:20-08:50

2 stops30h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/9

16:10-00:10

2 stops28h 00m

$1,002

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/8

06:00-08:50

2 stops30h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 23/8

14:10-00:10

2 stops30h 00m

$1,067

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/10

14:55-12:20

1 stop26h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/11

13:35-13:25

1 stop18h 50m

$1,109

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

10:15-23:55

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 19/9

14:30-14:05

2 stops19h 35m

$1,124

WellingtonShanghai

WLG - PVG

WLGPVG

Wellington

Thu 6/11

11:55-12:30

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/12

14:45-17:05

2 stops21h 20m

$1,126

ChristchurchShanghai

CHC - PVG

CHCPVG

Christchurch

Wed 15/10

18:10-22:10

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/11

19:00-12:50

1 stop36h 50m

$1,134

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/9

13:25-13:15

1 stop27h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 28/10

13:45-13:25

1 stop18h 40m

$1,137

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/8

21:25-12:20

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 13/9

20:00-15:35

1 stop15h 35m

$1,151

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Shanghai (average of $330). Flying from New Zealand to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $926). 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 17 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Shanghai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 1 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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.

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 17 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, China Airlines, andHainan Airlines 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.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Hainan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $518. Users have also found prices from $555 and $662 on Cathay Pacific and Air China, respectively.

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

  • 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.

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    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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Shanghai (average of $330). Flying from New Zealand to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $926). 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$389Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$438Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$470Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$506Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$839Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest$917Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$926Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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