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$449+ Cheap flights to Shanghai, China

— SHA
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Shanghai, China in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Shanghai

Mon 19/1012:25 -
1 stop23h 25m
Thu 22/1014:10 -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 30/8$772
Wed 14/1012:25 -
1 stop29h 20m
Wed 21/1021:55 -
1 stop33h 25m
Deal found 28/8$773
Thu 1/1021:00 -
1 stop20h 20m
Fri 27/1111:35 -
1 stop24h 45m
Deal found 27/8$773
Tue 20/1012:25 -
1 stop23h 25m
Sun 29/1114:10 -
1 stop41h 15m
Deal found 30/8$776
Thu 1/1008:45 -
1 stop29h 25m
Wed 11/1113:35 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 31/8$777
Mon 21/908:45 -
1 stop29h 30m
Sun 25/1013:35 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 26/8$779
Wed 14/1012:25 -
1 stop31h 35m
Mon 23/1121:45 -
1 stop33h 40m
Deal found 30/8$780
Mon 28/911:25 -
1 stop23h 25m
Tue 27/1014:10 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 26/8$783
Tue 20/1009:15 -
Nonstop10h 20m
Sun 8/1108:45 -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 27/8$784
Tue 27/1021:25 -
1 stop21h 00m
Sat 7/1116:40 -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 27/8$786
Mon 19/1009:45 -
1 stop15h 35m
Fri 13/1112:35 -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 30/8$787
Sat 17/1021:00 -
1 stop21h 20m
Wed 25/1111:35 -
1 stop24h 45m
Deal found 28/8$787

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Return from

$772

One-way from

$449

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,260
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 19/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 35m total
  • Sydney to Shanghai
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 9/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 15m total
  • Sydney to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($167 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

21:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/10

16:40-15:05

1 stop19h 25m

$823

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

21:25-18:40

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/11

13:10-15:05

1 stop22h 55m

$825

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

10:15-01:10

1 stop17h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

02:15-07:55

1 stop26h 40m

$888

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

15:05-12:05

1 stop24h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/11

13:35-07:15

1 stop14h 40m

$955

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

11:25-23:55

1 stop14h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 17/9

21:55-06:15

2 stops30h 20m

$1,030

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

08:45-22:20

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 27/12

11:50-10:25

2 stops19h 35m

$1,122

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

06:25-12:05

2 stops32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 25/11

21:30-08:05

1 stop31h 35m

$1,132

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

21:25-18:40

1 stop24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

10:55-15:05

2 stops49h 10m

$1,144

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/10

21:25-09:55

2 stops39h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/11

13:10-15:05

1 stop22h 55m

$1,144

SydneyShanghai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/10

11:05-08:25

1 stop24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

00:15-13:35

Nonstop10h 20m

$1,264

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Shanghai takes 10 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Shanghai from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai are China Southern, China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines.

China Southern
China Southern
From $454
China Eastern
China Eastern
From $693
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $703
Juneyao Airlines
Juneyao Airlines
From $774

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai are AirAsia X, Hainan Airlines and China Southern.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Shanghai?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Shanghai should consider flying on Tuesday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific,China Southern, andChina Eastern to China. 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
1,466 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,466 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
China Eastern
7.3
Good
236 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,June 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia X is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • How much is a return flight to Shanghai?

    A return flight to Shanghai will typically cost around $1,008, however they can be found for as little as $240.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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