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Cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from $474

SYD — SHA
8 Nov — 15 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl

Sun 25/1015:10 -
1 stop22h 00m
Thu 29/1010:50 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 9/10$796
Mon 19/1009:45 -
1 stop15h 35m
Mon 7/1220:50 -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 8/10$799
Wed 21/1011:05 -
1 stop25h 15m
Wed 28/1007:55 -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 5/10$802
Tue 3/1121:00 -
1 stop28h 55m
Mon 30/1109:00 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 7/10$804
Sat 21/1115:10 -
1 stop25h 05m
Sat 28/1122:30 -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 7/10$807
Tue 24/1121:00 -
1 stop28h 55m
Tue 15/1209:00 -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 8/10$808
Wed 11/1115:10 -
1 stop25h 05m
Sat 21/1120:50 -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 6/10$817
Wed 21/1011:05 -
1 stop14h 15m
Wed 18/1120:50 -
1 stop13h 30m
Deal found 6/10$818
Wed 21/1011:05 -
1 stop14h 15m
Fri 13/1121:50 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 5/10$819
Fri 23/1011:05 -
1 stop26h 15m
Fri 30/1019:50 -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 7/10$821
Tue 13/1012:25 -
1 stop13h 15m
Fri 16/1008:10 -
1 stop23h 10m
Deal found 6/10$825

Find flight deals from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl

Round-trip from

$796

One-way from

$474

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$893
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 25/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Sydney to Shanghai
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21/10-31/12
  • 21/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • Sydney to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($164 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/11

12:35-16:50

1 stop31h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$480

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

15:10-12:15

1 stop24h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$482

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/10

15:10-09:15

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$482

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

15:10-10:10

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$506
Fastest return journey

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

12:25-22:40

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$513

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

08:40-20:55

1 stop15h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$520

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

15:15-12:20

1 stop24h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$523

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/10

21:35-10:55

3 stops40h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$529

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

15:05-12:05

1 stop24h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$551

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

13:00-20:55

2 stops34h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$601

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $753). Flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,583). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights typically cost between $791 and $1,070 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $796 on China Southern (25 Oct–29 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, such as Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,511 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,511 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,511 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
China Southern
7.4
Good
174 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
244 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. 16 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Hong Kong Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern fly from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in about 19h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 45m. The distance between Sydney and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is about 7884 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on AirAsia X is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with prices starting at $296. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by VietJet Air and Hainan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $352 and $396, respectively. Users have found that AirAsia X is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $300. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $338 while deals on Hainan Airlines start at $368 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Guangzhou most often. Hong Kong sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Xiamen follows Hong Kong in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Hong Kong?

    Shatin Baptist Church, Temple Street Night Market, and Mid-levels Escalators are currently the most popular points of interest in Hong Kong at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Hong Kong can visit Shatin Baptist Church, Temple Street Night Market, and Mid-levels Escalators, by travelling 29.5 km, 25.8 km, and 24.5 km, respectively after landing at Hong Kong Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

    Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore the least frequently. Shenzhen follows Singapore in terms of the least common stopover location on Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $753). Flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,583). 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 Hongqiao Intl

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$296Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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VietJet AirCheapest$352Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$396Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$508Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$515Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Hong Kong AirlinesCheapest$605Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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XiamenAirCheapest$619Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$646Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest$655Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Garuda IndonesiaCheapest$712Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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