Book a trip from Melbourne to Shanghai with Cathay Pacific - fares from AUD875

Flight route information

Cathay Pacific offers daily flights to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) from Melbourne Airport (MEL) with a layover at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). Flights from MEL to PVG take around 14 hours 15 minutes, including the layover, and take you to Terminal 2 in Shanghai.

Upon your arrival in Shanghai

The most convenient way to get from Shanghai Pudong Airport to the Shanghai city centre is via taxi, which takes around 45 minutes. If you wish to take the train, the MRT is located in the basement level of Terminal 2 and can get you downtown in approximately an hour. Alternatively, local buses are available outside the airport terminal.

A brief introduction to Shanghai

China’s economic powerhouse, Shanghai is an international metropolis that fuses futuristic buildings with ancient Chinese culture accented by a mouth-watering food scene.

Start your journey with a trip to the Bund - Shanghai’s world famous waterfront area. Here, you can find historical buildings lining one side of the Huangpu River, and modern skyscrapers on the other, such as The Shanghai Tower and The Pearl Tower.

In the centrally-located Old City, you can enjoy abundant natural sights at Yu Garden. Built during the Ming Dynasty, this iconic park hosts the Exquisite Jade Rock, a 3.3-metre high boulder said to be a gift for the Huizong Emperor in the 1100s.

Another area worth visiting is the beautiful Zhujiajiao Ancient Town Scenic Area in the south-central part of the city. While you are there, you can enjoy some of Shanghai’s tastiest dishes such as Xiaolongbao steamed dumplings and smoked fish slices.

Flying to Shanghai with Cathay Pacific

Book your Melbourne to Shanghai flight and enjoy seats and cabins designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. During the layover in Hong Kong, First Class and Business Class passengers will have access to our award-winning airport lounge where they can relax, refresh, and recharge, at our Shower Suites and Relaxation Room.

Inflight experiences

During your flight from Melbourne to Shanghai, you will also enjoy our inflight dining menu, which features contemporary international flavours as well as a variety of light and healthy snacks. Be sure to complement your meal with a glass of wine from our award-winning wine list.