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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Shanghai, China from $478

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$632

One-way from

$478

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,119
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 27/2-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($608 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($134 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 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 22 February 2025.

Thu 27/222:40AKL - PVG
1 stop21h 45mHainan Airlines
Thu 20/311:35PVG - AKL
1 stop26h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/2$632
Wed 5/322:20AKL - SHA
1 stop29h 35mHainan Airlines
Thu 10/408:30SHA - AKL
1 stop29h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 21/2$667
Mon 2/621:25AKL - PVG
1 stop30h 55mChina Southern
Mon 23/606:55PVG - AKL
1 stop28h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2$848
Mon 2/621:25AKL - SHA
1 stop28h 55mChina Southern
Mon 23/611:50SHA - AKL
1 stop23h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2$869
Thu 27/214:55AKL - SHA
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/309:00SHA - AKL
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$949
Thu 13/314:55AKL - PVG
1 stop36h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 23/313:45PVG - AKL
1 stop14h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/2$978
Thu 13/306:00AKL - PVG
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/313:45PVG - AKL
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$985
Wed 19/306:00CHC - PVG
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/619:05PVG - CHC
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$989
Wed 26/216:00WLG - PVG
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/317:30PVG - WLG
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$997
Thu 20/314:55AKL - SHA
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 27/313:35SHA - AKL
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$1,023
Tue 27/521:00AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 1/600:15PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/2$1,051
Thu 27/214:50CHC - SHA
1 stop26h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 2/313:35SHA - CHC
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/2$1,065

Find flights from New Zealand to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 22 February 2025.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

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

$638

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

$664

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/3

07:30-20:55

2 stops18h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/3

09:00-18:40

1 stop28h 40m

$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

$973

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

$978

ChristchurchShanghai

CHC - PVG

CHCPVG

Christchurch

Wed 19/3

06:00-20:15

2 stops19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/6

19:05-00:20

2 stops25h 15m

$989

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/3

14:55-12:20

1 stop26h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/3

13:35-13:25

1 stop18h 50m

$1,015

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

$1,027

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

22:00-05:45

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/3

00:10-16:35

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,110

ChristchurchShanghai

CHC - SHA

CHCSHA

Christchurch

Mon 28/4

09:40-09:20

2 stops27h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 14/5

20:00-21:15

2 stops21h 15m

$1,267

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Shanghai

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

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

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 22 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday 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 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 16 February 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New Zealand to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from New Zealand 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 22 February 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 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 22 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, China Airlines and Singapore Airlines from New Zealand to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very Good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Shanghai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $478. Users have also found prices from $612 and $791 on China Eastern and Air China, respectively.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Shanghai?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to Shanghai consider choosing LATAM Airlines(100%), China Eastern(100%) or Air New Zealand(78%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Shanghai?

    The cheapest flight price from New Zealand to Shanghai is $432. On average you can expect to pay $4,414. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), can usually be booked for $632.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Shanghai?

    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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from New Zealand to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$400Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$485Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$495Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$521Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$941Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$951Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$970Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$976Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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