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SAR 2,569 SAR 11,600

Duration

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Stops From Shanghai-Hongqiao Apt

Departure From Shanghai-Hongqiao Apt

Before 6 AM

SAR 4,249

6 AM - 12 PM

SAR 3,282

12 PM - 6 PM

SAR 2,569

After 6 PM

SAR 3,825

Arrival at Cairns

Before 6 AM

SAR 2,569

12 PM - 6 PM

SAR 4,249

After 6 PM

SAR 3,825

Alliances & Airlines

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SkyTeam

(14)

Star Alliance

(1)

Layover Airports

Layover Duration

2 h 20 m 10 h 30 m

Shanghai (SHA) to Cairns (CNS) Flight SAR

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China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

SAR 2,569

You save SAR 7,557 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt | Transit Visa may be required

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 4194 | Operated By Japan Airlines

13:15

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

02 h 20 m

16:35

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Osaka, Japan

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Jetstar Airways JQ | 16

21:45

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Osaka, Japan

07 h 10 m

05:55

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

SAR 3,282

You save SAR 6,844 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt | Transit Visa may be required

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 515

10:00

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

02 h 20 m

13:20

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Osaka, Japan

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Information not available

Jetstar Airways JQ | 16

21:45

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Osaka, Japan

07 h 10 m

05:55

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

SAR 3,745

You save SAR 6,381 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt | Transit Visa may be required

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 225

08:55

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

02 h 15 m

12:10

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Osaka, Japan

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

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Jetstar Airways JQ | 16

21:45

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Osaka, Japan

07 h 10 m

05:55

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

SAR 3,825

You save SAR 6,301 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 737

20:30

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

10 h 30 m

09:00

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Melbourne, Australia

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Jetstar Airways JQ | 946

19:15

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T4

Melbourne, Australia

03 h 25 m

22:40

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

More Timing Options

SAR 4,249

You save SAR 5,877 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 739

00:15

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

10 h 25 m

12:40

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Melbourne, Australia

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Jetstar Airways JQ | 948

17:25

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T4

Melbourne, Australia

03 h 25 m

20:50

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

SAR 4,297

You save SAR 5,829 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 735

00:15

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

10 h 20 m

12:35

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Sydney, Australia

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Jetstar Airways JQ | 956

19:15

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Sydney, Australia

03 h 10 m

22:25

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Singapore Airlines

SAR 5,350

You save SAR 4,776 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt | Transit Visa may be required

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

Singapore Airlines SQ | 825

00:35

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

05 h 20 m

05:55

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Singapore, Singapore

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

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Singapore Airlines SQ | 203

08:30

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T3

Singapore, Singapore

06 h 30 m

17:00

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Cairns, Australia

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Information not available

China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

SAR 6,436

You save SAR 3,690 if you fly from Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 735

00:15

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

10 h 20 m

12:35

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Sydney, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

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Jetstar Airways JQ | 954

15:15

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Sydney, Australia

03 h 10 m

18:25

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

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Information not available

China Eastern, Jetstar Airways

SAR 10,126

Transit Visa may be required

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

China Eastern MU | 8633 | Operated By Shanghai Airlines

12:00

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

02 h 50 m

15:50

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T3

Tokyo-Haneda Airport, Japan

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Jetstar Airways JQ | 26

20:05

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T3

Tokyo - Narita Apt, Japan

07 h 25 m

04:30

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Shanghai Airlines, Jetstar Airways

SAR 10,169

Transit Visa may be required

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt to Cairns , 7 Jul

Shanghai Airlines FM | 895

12:00

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

02 h 50 m

15:50

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T3

Tokyo-Haneda Airport, Japan

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Jetstar Airways JQ | 26

20:05

Tue, 7 Jul 26

Terminal T3

Tokyo - Narita Apt, Japan

07 h 25 m

04:30

Wed, 8 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Shanghai to Cairns Flights Information:-

Looking for flights from Shanghai to Cairns? Hereโ€™s all you need to know! For convenience and to save time, pick the airport that is closest to your destination. The nearest airport to Cairns is Cairns Intl and the IATA code for the same is CNS.
Currently, there are 4 airlines operating flights between the two destinations and approximately 18 flights take off from Shanghai to Cairns every week.

Need information on Shanghai to Cairns airfare?

The cheapest fare for a Shanghai to Cairns flight would be 2569, which may go up to 11398 depending on the route, booking time and availability.
It is recommended that you compare round-trip and one-way flights, to work out which is more economical.

Flight Details for Shanghai to Cairns

If you are looking for Shanghai to Cairns flights, there is no dearth of options to choose from. Several reputed airlines currently offer both direct and indirect flights between the two destinations. Some of these are China Eastern, Jetstar Airways, Shanghai Airlines, Singapore Airlines. Out of these, only 0 airlines operate direct flights. Indirect flights may involve more travel time, but they usually cheaper than direct flights.

The number of flights operated by each airline is as follows:China Eastern : 14, Jetstar Airways : 14, Shanghai Airlines : 14, Singapore Airlines : 14

To board the first Shanghai to Cairns flight, choose China Eastern, Jetstar Airways, which departs at 00:15 The last flight for this route is China Eastern, Jetstar Airways, departing at 20:30

Cairns Airport Information

Cairns Intl

About Shanghai (SHA)

Tagged as the most developed cities in China, Shanghai stands strong with its population of over 23million, in which 9Million are just migrants. The largest and the prosperous city has a impressive history of years, which attracts constant traffic of tourists from across the globe. Among the most noted achievements, one was when the city hosted World Expo, 2010 and recorded the highest number of visitors from all over the world. With a captivating mix of east and west, Shanghai manages to woo the tourists with its style, art and world class technology. The climatic condition of the city is humid subtropical, and its best to hit the road during the spring season. Tourists can reach the diverse cultural city through plane and can land down at either Pudong or Hongqia International Airport. Other means of travelling include: train,car, bus, and boat. Getting around in the city requires help from the local transport, such as, local metro, special sight-seeing buses, taxis and ferry. Its always advisable to carry a language translation book in hand to communicate with the localihites. It will help you give proper hotel direction to your taxi driver. There are some place like, Yuyuan Gardens, Shanghai Museum, Oriental pearl tower and Zhujiajiao Water Town, which can fill your heart with joy and pleasure. You can gather and sit at the nearest tea house, take a boat ride, spend time at the Jinjiang amusement park and Shanghai city beach. For shopping purposes, visit shanghai's Nanjing road or move towards the direction of Yuyuan Bazaar, for buying beautiful crafts and jewellery for yourself and your dear ones. There are number of supermarkets chains in the city, such as, Carreour, Auchan, Tesco, and Walmart, from which the tourists can easily avail products of their choice. At Shanghai, you will find cuisines of diverse tastes and flavour, which enable you to enjoy a vast variety of food and eatables at the city. While you plan out things for your trip, there are things which weigh prime importance. With MakeMyTrip, you can lessen your stress and can take help from the services provided by the website. The online ticket booking, accommodation arrangements and car rental services are managed by the website. Detailed information about the location is also provided at the city guides page, which enables you to have a closer look at your favourite location.

Frequently Asked Questions - Shanghai to Cairns Flights

Q: Can I book tickets for another person from my own account?

A: Yes, you can book a ticket for someone else too. For that, you will have to provide their personal details while booking the flight.

Q: Can I pay later for my flight tickets for Shanghai to Cairns?

A: No, currently MakeMyTrip does not offer any such option for flight bookings.

Q: Do I have to present an ID proof during check-in?

A: Yes, you need to present your passport during check-in for your international flight.

Q: Do airlines from Shanghai to Cairns offer sleeping areas?

A: Several airlines flying from Shanghai to Cairns provide space for sleeping. In most cases, this service is available on a pay per use basis.

Q: What are the most booked classes for a Shanghai to Cairns flight?

A: For Shanghai to Cairns flights, most travellers prefer economy or business class tickets.

Q: Can I carry food on my Shanghai to Cairns flight?

A: Airlines have varying rules on allowing passengers to carry their own food on the flight. Please check with the specific airline for further clarity on the same.

Q: What is the largest number of seats that I can reserve in a single booking?

A: You can reserve seats for up to 9 people in a single transaction.

Q: How much baggage can I carry on a Shanghai to Cairns flight?

A: Each airline has a different baggage policy. So you must contact the airline for exact details on the same.

Q: How can I recover my lost baggage from my Shanghai to Cairns flight?

A: Check with your airline and register a complaint with them. Provide them the details with your proof of address, ID and travel for recovering your lost baggage.

Q: How can I get a boarding pass after booking a ticket for my Shanghai to Cairns flight?

A: Avail your boarding pass by sharing your booking confirmation at the airport. The staff will hand over the boarding pass to you after verifying your details. You can also visit the airlineโ€™s website for web check-in and take a printout of your boarding pass.

Q: Which are the most preferred airlines in the world?

A: The most preferred airlines in the world are Qatar Airways, Emirates, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, Oman Air and AirAsia.

Q: What are the latest flight offers at MakeMyTrip for Shanghai to Cairns?

A: MakeMyTrip offers cashback and instant discounts for Shanghai to Cairns flights. Check the flights booking page for the exciting deals.

Q: Why should I choose business class over economy class?

A: Business class comes with its own unique perks like spacious seats, fancier meal options and personalised services that make it worth the high price. Most airlines also offer access to airport lounges where you can unwind and entertain yourself while waiting for your flight.

Q: How much time does it take to get confirmation on a flight ticket?

A: It only takes a few minutes to receive a ticket confirmation at your registered email address.

Important Information about Shanghai to Cairns Flight

Lowest Fare for Shanghai to Cairns Flight SAR undefined- 07 Jul
Today's Lowest Fare SAR undefined
Total flights from Shanghai to Cairns in a Week 18 Flights
First Flight China Eastern, Jetstar Airways, departs at 00:15
Last Flight China Eastern, Jetstar Airways, departs at 20:30
Non-Stop Flights from Shanghai to Cairns 0
Airport Name & codes of Shanghai & Cairns Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai-SHA, Cairns Intl, Cairns-CNS

Shanghai Address

Pudong New Area, 900 Qihang Road, Shanghai 201202, China
Tel: (021) 9608 1388

About Cairns (CNS)

Cairns

Cairns Address