Cheap Flights from Auckland to Shanghai from $364

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Shanghai (AKL-SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Hainan Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $364 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. AKL to PVG on Sun, Jul 19), while Hainan Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $624 departing on Sun, Sep 6 and returning on Thu, Sep 10.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Auckland to Shanghai with the following airlines, including: Air New Zealand Air China Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Shanghai (SHA) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 12 hours 18 minutes to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Shanghai (SHA).

• When is the best time to book flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Auckland to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Auckland to Shanghai?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 16 flight per week flying from Auckland to Shanghai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air New Zealand: S/M/T/W/T/F/- -- NZ289 (23:05) Air China: S/M/T/W/-/F/- -- CA5102 (23:05)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Auckland to Shanghai?

  To find best deals on flights from Auckland to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Jul 19, with one-way flights priced at just $364.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air New Zealand.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around December.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Auckland (AKL) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Auckland to Shanghai is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Auckland to Shanghai on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland to Shanghai on July 24, 2026 with Hainan Airlines, with prices starting at $356.

• Which airports can I fly to for Shanghai from Auckland?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Auckland Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (AKL-PVG) is by far the most common option on this route: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

• Is there any time difference between Auckland and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Auckland is 4h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Auckland to Shanghai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.