Cheap flights from Sydney to China from $322

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SHA
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to China flight deals. Data was last updated 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$594

One-way from

$322

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,094

Good round-trip deal

$573 or less

Good one-way deal

$329 or less
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 23/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 45m total
  • Sydney to China
VietJet Air
  • VietJet Air
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • Sydney to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($391 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($95 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China.

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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 18 September 2025.

Thu 23/1021:00SYD - SZX
1 stop13h 45mHainan Airlines
Mon 27/1020:55SZX - SYD
1 stop15h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/9$594
Tue 28/1021:50SYD - SZX
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1011:25SZX - SYD
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$603
Thu 13/1121:00SYD - SZX
1 stop14h 50mHainan Airlines
Fri 28/1120:55SZX - SYD
1 stop15h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 16/9$616
Fri 31/1015:10SYD - SZX
1 stop30h 15mChina Eastern
Fri 7/1110:55SZX - SYD
1 stop21h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/9$621
Sun 2/1122:00SYD - PKX
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
Sun 9/1119:30PKX - SYD
1 stop21h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$624
Thu 2/1008:45SYD - HGH
1 stop16h 25mChina Southern
Wed 8/1021:35HGH - SYD
1 stop19h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$625
Sat 1/1111:25SYD - FOC
1 stop26h 35mChina Southern
Sat 8/1120:35FOC - SYD
1 stop33h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$627
Sat 1/1109:20SYD - HGH
1 stop14h 10mChina Southern
Sat 8/1119:30HGH - SYD
1 stop33h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$628
Sat 1/1108:50SYD - XMN
1 stop32h 45mJuneyao Airlines
Sat 8/1121:45XMN - SYD
1 stop30h 05mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 17/9$639
Sun 2/1122:10SYD - HGH
1 stop22h 00mChina Southern
Sun 9/1116:35HGH - SYD
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 18/9$639
Sat 1/1109:20SYD - SZX
Nonstop9h 15mChina Southern
Sat 8/1108:30SZX - SYD
2 stops21h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 17/9$645
Thu 30/1008:50SYD - SZX
1 stop18h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Thu 6/1118:25SZX - SYD
1 stop33h 25mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 17/9$646

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Sydney

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyShenzhen

SYD - SZX

SYDSZX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/10

21:50-10:20

1 stop15h 30m

Shenzhen

Fri 31/10

11:25-09:15

1 stop18h 50m

$603

SydneyHangzhou

SYD - HGH

SYDHGH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/10

13:50-21:35

1 stop34h 45m

Hangzhou

Sun 9/11

23:10-18:50

1 stop16h 40m

$625

SydneyFuzhou

SYD - FOC

SYDFOC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

11:25-11:00

1 stop26h 35m

Fuzhou

Sat 8/11

20:35-09:25

1 stop33h 50m

$627

SydneyHangzhou

SYD - HGH

SYDHGH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

09:20-20:30

1 stop14h 10m

Hangzhou

Sat 8/11

19:30-07:30

1 stop33h 00m

$628

SydneyBeijing

SYD - PEK

SYDPEK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

21:00-22:45

1 stop28h 45m

Beijing Capital

Mon 16/3

20:00-14:55

1 stop15h 55m

$630

SydneyXiamen

SYD - XMN

SYDXMN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

21:00-08:50

1 stop14h 50m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Mon 16/3

20:05-14:55

1 stop15h 50m

$630

SydneyFuzhou

SYD - FOC

SYDFOC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

11:25-16:15

1 stop31h 50m

Fuzhou

Mon 16/3

17:20-20:20

1 stop24h 00m

$636

SydneyXiamen

SYD - XMN

SYDXMN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

08:50-14:35

1 stop32h 45m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Sat 8/11

21:45-06:50

1 stop30h 05m

$639

SydneyHangzhou

SYD - HGH

SYDHGH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

22:10-17:10

1 stop22h 00m

Hangzhou

Sun 9/11

16:35-20:20

1 stop24h 45m

$639

SydneyShenzhen

SYD - SZX

SYDSZX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

09:20-15:35

Nonstop9h 15m

Shenzhen

Sat 8/11

08:30-09:25

2 stops21h 55m

$645

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to China

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to China (average of $453). Flying from Sydney to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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 18 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to China as you normally would.

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 18 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Hainan Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern 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.

Crew

8.8

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.8

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.8

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.8

Food

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

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 Scoot, China Southern, and Hainan Airlines fly from Sydney to China in about 26h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 10m. There are 7435 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 China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $385. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $387 while deals on Hainan Airlines start at $391 one-way.

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

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to China (average of $453). Flying from Sydney to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $903). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$196Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$265Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$360Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$403Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$428Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$460Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$468Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$515Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$516Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Tianjin AirlinesCheapest$529Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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