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Cheap Flights from Canberra (CBR) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Flight deals from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$872 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar and VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $872, select.
Shanghai.$1,113 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Fri, 15 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Canberra on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,113, select.
Shanghai.$1,284 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,284, select.
Shanghai.$1,418 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,418, select.
Shanghai.$1,809 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Canberra on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,809, select.
Shanghai.$2,047 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Qantas and Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Canberra on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,047, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Canberra to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Canberra to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Canberra to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Canberra to Shanghai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$871
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong is $871. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong. But we found flights with one or more stops from $872.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Shanghai Pudong is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Canberra Airport and Shanghai Pudong Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai three hours behind Canberra.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your CBR to PVG flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CBR and PVG:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is $741. A round-trip ticket right now is $872. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CBR to PVG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Landing cheap flights from CBR to PVG couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)

  • 72.61% of flights that leave from Canberra Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To get to Canberra Airport from central Canberra, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel near CBR? If you're catching an early flight from Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

  • From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Canberra Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you want to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CBR to PVG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top attractions. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Suzhou is another essential stop in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

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