Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 53 minutes.
Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 2 hours behind Brisbane.
Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most traveled route, with 5 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from BNE to PVG is with China Eastern at 11:10. Go for the first departure with China Eastern at 11:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from BNE to Shanghai. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll arrive.
Book your seat with China Eastern. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from BNE to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
To enter China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai.
Travelling from central Brisbane to BNE takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near BNE? If you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Shanghai
ر.ق. 836 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 1,562. These prices can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from BNE to Shanghai, book your journey 10 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes around 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 21 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from BNE to Shanghai at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, visit Shanghai in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BNE to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
After locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Shanghai and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to Shanghai.
