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Quick Flight Summary from Adelaide to Shanghai

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    A$ 768
  • Direct flight duration 27 hour 25 min
  • Arrival airports SHA / PVG
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Friday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    A$ 695

Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Shanghai

Shortest Flight

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines
1 Sep, Tue09:45
Adelaide – Shanghai
16h 55m
1 stop
ADLPVG

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines
28 Aug, Fri09:45
Adelaide – Shanghai
16h 55m
1 stop
ADLPVG

Last update: 14 August 2026 09:55

Estimated Prices for Adelaide to Shanghai Flights

Cheapest Day28 August Friday
Best Price
A$ 676
Average Price
A$ 709
A$ 742
A$ 676
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A$ 676
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A$ 742
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Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Adelaide City Center

Adelaide Airport

Known for its modern architecture and luxurious entertainment venues, Adelaide is Australia's fifth largest city at the same time. If you want to visit this worth-seeing city, Adelaide International Airport will open the city's gates to you. The airport is located in the western part of the city and there is a distance of approximately 7 kilometer between the airport and the city center. To reach the airport from the city, you can take a bus, a taxi, rent a car or use the private airport shuttles.

Bus

The municipal buses, called Jetbus, provide public transport to the airport. You can travel to the airport by taking J1, JA, J1X or J3 buses, which cross various parts of the city.

Vehicles depart usually on fifteen minute intervals. If you are in the city center, you can arrive at the airport with JetBus within approximately fifteen to twenty minutes. The fares of these buses are bit high. In you buy a single-use ticket you will be able to transfer at no extra charge within two hours of your departure.

If you plan to use public transport frequently during your visit, it is advisable to buy visitor cards that offer unlimited travel for three days.

Shuttle

As an alternative to public transport you can also use the private shuttles offered by the Skylink Adealaide Company. The amount you pay to these shuttles may vary depending on the distance from your location to the airport. If you are planning to take the shuttle from the city center, your journey will be more affordable than municipal buses. Skylink services also provide airport shuttle services from Keswick Intercity Railway Station.

You can also access the city by airport shuttle services known as Airport City Shuttle. These vehicles are available on weekdays and Saturdays between 06:00 and 18:00, and on Sundays between 06:00 and 17:00.

Taxi

If you want to have a more comfortable journey to the airport, you can also take a taxi. Taxi fares do not make a big difference compared to the bus. You will not have difficulty finding a taxi in the city.

Car Rental

It is also possible to travel to the airport by renting a car from Rent a Car offices located in the city. You also have the option to reserve your car online before your flight.

Airport Information

Adelaide International Airport offers a variety of shops where passengers can spend a pleasant time in the terminal. At the terminal, you can eat something in famous fast food places such as Subway, Hungry Jacks, spend pleasant time in Cibo, Muffin Break, Hudson's Coffee, enjoy the delicious cuisine of Icons and Coopers restaurants, or take a seat in bars like 1862 and Thomas. In addition, you can shop at stores such as Victoria's Secret, Witchery and Origani, and buy many quality products at affordable prices at Aeha Duty Free.

Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport

Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.  

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.

Airport Bus

Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.

Taxi

The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.  

Rental Car

The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.


Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport

Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.

Rail

Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.

You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.

Bus

Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.

Shanghai Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Friday
14 Aug
Rain
29°26°
Today
Saturday
15 Aug
Rain
31°25°
Sunday
16 Aug
Rain
30°25°
Monday
17 Aug
Clear
30°26°
Tuesday
18 Aug
Rain
31°24°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Adelaide-Shanghai flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Adelaide-Shanghai flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Adelaide-Shanghai flights, you can use Adelaide Airport as departure airport, and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Adelaide-Shanghai is 7570 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 9 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Adelaide-Shanghai flights is Tuesday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Qantas starts from approximately A$ 676.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Qantas
A$ 676
1 piece X 5 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund
Cathay Pacific
A$ 742
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 13.08.2026

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