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Cheap flights from Sydney to China from $274

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SHA
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 March 2026.

Sat 16/521:00
SYD
-
XMN
1 stop14h 25m
Hainan Airlines
Fri 29/519:40
XMN
-
SYD
1 stop16h 25m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 1/3$481
Mon 23/321:50
SYD
-
SZX
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/503:15
SZX
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$525
Wed 15/420:50
SYD
-
SZX
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/403:15
SZX
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$528
Tue 10/308:55
SYD
-
SZX
1 stop18h 15m
Juneyao Airlines
Tue 17/318:25
SZX
-
SYD
1 stop33h 30m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 4/3$544
Thu 9/414:10
SYD
-
XMN
1 stop27h 20m
China Southern
Tue 14/420:50
XMN
-
SYD
1 stop20h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 4/3$555
Tue 10/321:25
SYD
-
PEK
1 stop19h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Tue 17/315:30
PEK
-
SYD
1 stop20h 10m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/3$556
Tue 19/514:10
SYD
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CTU
1 stop22h 35m
China Southern
Tue 9/615:00
CTU
-
SYD
1 stop15h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 4/3$558
Sat 25/414:10
SYD
-
CTU
1 stop23h 35m
China Southern
Fri 12/610:40
CTU
-
SYD
1 stop17h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 3/3$561
Tue 26/521:00
SYD
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PEK
1 stop16h 45m
Hainan Airlines
Wed 17/621:00
PEK
-
SYD
1 stop15h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 28/2$568
Sat 11/420:20
SYD
-
PEK
1 stop28h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Sat 2/508:25
PEK
-
SYD
1 stop27h 50m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/3$569
Thu 12/308:55
SYD
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PKX
1 stop17h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Sun 15/321:25
PKX
-
SYD
1 stop30h 30m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 4/3$569
Sat 7/321:25
SYD
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PVG
1 stop21h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Tue 17/316:40
PVG
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SYD
1 stop19h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/3$569

Find flight deals from Sydney to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to China flight deals. Data was last updated 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$481

One-way from

$274

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$847

Good round-trip deal

$488 or less

Good one-way deal

$299 or less
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 16/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 50m total
  • Sydney to China
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Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 20/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 15m total
  • Sydney to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($441 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($87 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to China 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

21:45-13:40

1 stop17h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 12/6

12:00-12:25

1 stop22h 25m

$561

SydneyBeijing

SYD - PKX

SYDPKX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

08:15-20:20

1 stop14h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 27/5

11:40-06:15

1 stop16h 35m

$571

SydneyBeijing

SYD - PKX

SYDPKX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

08:15-20:20

1 stop14h 05m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 8/6

11:40-06:15

1 stop16h 35m

$571

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

09:45-00:20

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 13/6

06:00-08:20

1 stop24h 20m

$609

SydneyChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

20:30-12:15

1 stop17h 45m

Chengdu

Sat 2/5

17:15-07:55

1 stop36h 40m

$612

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

20:50-00:20

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/5

01:35-08:20

1 stop28h 45m

$619

SydneyBeijing

SYD - PEK

SYDPEK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

20:20-23:15

1 stop28h 55m

Beijing Capital

Wed 27/5

20:15-14:15

1 stop16h 00m

$623

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

12:30-16:35

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

16:10-10:25

1 stop15h 15m

$623

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

12:30-08:50

1 stop23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 28/3

10:10-10:25

1 stop21h 15m

$623

SydneyBeijing

SYD - PEK

SYDPEK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

20:20-23:15

1 stop28h 55m

Beijing Capital

Fri 19/6

20:15-14:15

1 stop16h 00m

$629

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to China?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to China (average of $358). Flying from Sydney to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $613). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 March 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Sydney to China by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to China. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to China flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Sydney to China delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Sydney and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to China flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to China flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 5 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Sichuan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andChina Southern from Sydney to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,190 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Southern
7.4
Good
140 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
196 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to China?

    For a flight from Sydney to China, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to China?

    Airlines like China Southern, Juneyao Airlines, and AirAsia X fly from Sydney to China in about 14h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 50m. There are 8909 km between Sydney and China. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to China one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $218. Beijing Capital Airlines flights start at $220 while deals on Juneyao Airlines start at $239 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sydney to China?

    When deciding which route to take from Sydney to China, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Shanghai Pu Dong or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Guangzhou Baiyun, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to China flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to China?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to China (average of $358). Flying from Sydney to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $613). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to China. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$185Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$207Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$264Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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VietJet AirCheapest$348Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$360Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$421Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$446Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$466Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$504Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$518Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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