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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Shanghai, China from $349

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SHA
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$814

One-way from

$349
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 5/5-10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Shanghai
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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 20 January 2025.

Fri 12/921:25AKL - SHA
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Tue 14/1008:50SHA - AKL
1 stop25h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 19/1$843
Fri 12/921:25AKL - PVG
1 stop27h 05mChina Southern
Tue 14/1021:55PVG - AKL
1 stop36h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 19/1$843
Fri 14/306:00AKL - SHA
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/309:00SHA - AKL
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$873
Sun 6/421:00AKL - PVG
1 stop23h 10mHainan Airlines
Wed 7/511:25PVG - AKL
1 stop26h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 19/1$877
Thu 13/322:00AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/317:30PVG - AKL
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$918
Thu 13/322:00AKL - PVG
Nonstop12h 45mChina Eastern
Tue 25/300:10PVG - AKL
Nonstop11h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/1$930
Thu 13/314:55AKL - SHA
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 26/313:35SHA - AKL
1 stop18h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/1$993
Tue 17/606:50CHC - PVG
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/812:20PVG - CHC
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,005
Thu 11/913:45AKL - PVG
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/1008:40PVG - AKL
1 stop21h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/1$1,046
Tue 17/610:30CHC - SHA
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/813:20SHA - CHC
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,050
Tue 4/311:55WLG - SHA
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/316:35SHA - WLG
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,063
Thu 24/419:30AKL - PVG
2 stops19h 20mChina Airlines
Thu 15/512:05PVG - AKL
2 stops25h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,182

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 20 January 2025.

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AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Fri 14/3

06:00-22:50

2 stops21h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/3

09:00-18:40

1 stop28h 40m

$873

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/4

21:00-16:10

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/5

11:25-17:40

1 stop26h 15m

$877

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

22:00-05:45

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/3

17:30-18:40

1 stop20h 10m

$918

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

22:00-05:45

Nonstop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/3

00:10-16:35

Nonstop11h 25m

$930

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/4

22:25-12:25

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/5

20:00-15:35

1 stop15h 35m

$980

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

14:55-15:20

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 26/3

13:35-13:25

1 stop18h 50m

$993

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/2

14:55-10:10

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/3

17:30-13:25

1 stop14h 55m

$1,014

WellingtonShanghai

WLG - SHA

WLGSHA

Wellington

Tue 4/3

11:55-12:20

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/3

16:35-16:40

2 stops19h 05m

$1,063

AucklandShanghai

AKL - SHA

AKLSHA

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/3

22:20-22:55

1 stop29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/4

11:35-19:05

2 stops26h 30m

$1,197

AucklandShanghai

AKL - PVG

AKLPVG

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/3

23:55-07:15

Nonstop12h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/3

14:15-06:40

Nonstop11h 25m

$1,208

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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 20 January 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from NZ0 to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 20 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Eastern, Air New Zealand 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.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Hainan Airlines
7.7
Good
36 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
828 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 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 Sichuan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $349. Users have also found prices from $374 and $462 on Hainan Airlines and China Eastern, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from New Zealand to Shanghai, consider Auckland Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Auckland Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Christchurch - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • 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(93%), China Eastern(93%) or Air New Zealand(71%), 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 $539. On average you can expect to pay $5,390. The most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), can usually be booked for $651.

  • 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 20 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$412Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$499Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$509Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$537Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$969Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$990Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$999Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,007Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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