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$311+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SHA — SYD
17 พ.ค. — 24 พ.ค.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 17 เมษายน 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

พฤ. 27/8

15:50-12:15

1 stop18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ศ. 11/9

10:15-12:40

1 stop28h 25m

$666

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

พฤ. 13/8

15:50-12:15

1 stop18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

พฤ. 20/8

10:15-12:40

1 stop28h 25m

$672

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

พฤ. 13/8

15:50-12:15

1 stop18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

อ. 18/8

10:15-12:40

1 stop28h 25m

$672

ShanghaiPerth

PVG - PER

PVGPER

Shanghai Pu Dong

ศ. 4/9

15:10-22:30

1 stop31h 20m

Perth

จ. 7/9

00:25-12:40

1 stop12h 15m

$694

ShanghaiPerth

PVG - PER

PVGPER

Shanghai Pu Dong

พฤ. 28/5

16:45-19:50

1 stop27h 05m

Perth

จ. 1/6

04:45-00:20

1 stop19h 35m

$733

ShanghaiPerth

SHA - PER

SHAPER

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

จ. 1/6

19:15-03:45

2 stops32h 30m

Perth

จ. 8/6

20:50-13:10

2 stops16h 20m

$769

ShanghaiMelbourne

PVG - MEL

PVGMEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

อา. 6/9

15:10-08:35

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

อ. 8/9

10:35-12:40

1 stop28h 05m

$797

ShanghaiBrisbane

PVG - BNE

PVGBNE

Shanghai Pu Dong

อ. 26/5

17:45-12:20

1 stop16h 35m

Brisbane

พ. 3/6

20:45-16:35

1 stop21h 50m

$851

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

อา. 6/9

02:15-07:20

1 stop27h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

พ. 9/9

10:15-01:00

1 stop16h 45m

$853

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

อา. 9/8

15:10-08:15

1 stop15h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

อ. 18/8

10:15-12:40

1 stop28h 25m

$863

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of $198). Flying from Shanghai in January will prove the most costly (average of $980). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai?

When flying from Shanghai check dates and pricing for the following: China Eastern, China Southern, Cathay Pacific. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From $333
China Southern
China Southern
From $368
ANA
ANA
From $270
Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines
From $148

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Shanghai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Shanghai, such as Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andChina Eastern. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,276 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
205 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 17 เมษายน 2026.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to catch a flight from Shanghai?

    The cheapest routes to Sydney can be found at Shanghai Pu Dong airport from $667. While Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport is usually cheaper if your destination is Sydney with prices starting at $667. Reference our flight search to find the best deals in real time.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai is May. The most expensive month for flights is January. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Shanghai?

    View the cheapest flight destinations from Shanghai:
    Fly from Shanghai to Sydney from $667 round trip

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