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Cheap flights from Auckland to Shanghai, China from $485

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Shanghai are usually found in October or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$640

One-way from

$485

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,123
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 6/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Auckland to Shanghai
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12/6
  • 12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 55m total
  • Auckland to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($612 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($134 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 6/322:40AKL - PVG
1 stop16h 25mHainan Airlines
Thu 13/321:10PVG - AKL
1 stop16h 30mHainan Airlines
Deal found 20/2$640
Wed 5/322:20AKL - SHA
1 stop29h 35mHainan Airlines
Thu 10/408:30SHA - AKL
1 stop29h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 19/2$666
Wed 10/921:25AKL - SHA
1 stop20h 55mChina Southern
Fri 24/1016:50SHA - AKL
1 stop18h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 19/2$955
Sat 4/1022:25AKL - PVG
1 stop27h 05mChina Southern
Fri 24/1017:50PVG - AKL
1 stop17h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2$957
Sun 1/606:10AKL - SHA
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/618:10SHA - AKL
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$973
Thu 6/319:00AKL - PVG
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/321:10PVG - AKL
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$976
Thu 13/314:55AKL - PVG
1 stop36h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 23/313:45PVG - AKL
1 stop14h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/2$981
Sat 1/314:55AKL - SHA
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/313:35SHA - AKL
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/2$1,018
Tue 27/521:00AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 1/600:15PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/2$1,049
Thu 13/323:55AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 20mAir China
Sun 23/314:15PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 25mAir China
Deal found 21/2$1,276
Tue 27/522:45AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 2/614:15PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 19/2$1,314
Thu 6/320:50AKL - PVG
2 stops26h 45mChina Airlines
Thu 13/319:50PVG - AKL
2 stops18h 20mChina Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,356

Find flights from Auckland to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 21 February 2025.

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/3

22:40-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/3

21:10-18:40

1 stop16h 30m

$640

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/3

22:20-22:55

1 stop29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/4

08:30-18:05

1 stop29h 35m

$666

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/6

06:10-22:40

2 stops20h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/6

18:10-17:55

2 stops19h 45m

$973

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/3

19:00-10:10

2 stops20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/3

21:10-18:40

1 stop16h 30m

$976

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

14:55-22:00

1 stop36h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/3

13:45-09:40

1 stop14h 55m

$981

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/3

14:55-15:20

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/3

13:35-13:25

1 stop18h 50m

$1,027

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/5

21:25-00:20

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/5

06:55-15:35

1 stop28h 40m

$1,030

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/5

21:00-05:30

Nonstop12h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/6

00:15-15:45

Nonstop11h 30m

$1,049

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

23:55-07:15

Nonstop12h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/3

14:15-06:40

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,276

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/5

22:45-06:55

Nonstop12h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/6

14:15-05:40

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,314

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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Auckland to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 21 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Auckland to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday at midday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from AKL to CN2 are scheduled on a Thursday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Auckland to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about China Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
462 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
31 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

    For a flight from Auckland to Shanghai, you will be flying from Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 17.9 km from the centre of the city. Auckland Intl is the only Auckland airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 7 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Auckland Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Shanghai round-trip?

    Hainan Airlines, at $640, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Southern and Cathay Pacific. Hainan Airlines is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $488 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $539 and Air New Zealand from $594 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Shanghai?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Shanghai are LATAM Airlines (100%), China Eastern (100%) and Air New Zealand (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,429 for a flight from Auckland to Shanghai. The cheapest flight overall is $433 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) is currently priced at $634.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Shanghai?

    Of the flights from Auckland to Shanghai that have stopovers, most of them stop in Guangzhou. Auckland to Shanghai flights stop in Shenzhen the next most.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Shanghai flights?

    Auckland to Shanghai flights have a stopover in Haikou the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Auckland to Shanghai

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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$402Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$487Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$496Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$523Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$944Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$961Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China EasternCheapest$979Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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