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Cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai, China from $344

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SHA
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai are usually found in March or October, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$615

One-way from

$344

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,007
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 3/6-6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • Sydney to Shanghai
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 55m total
  • Sydney to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($339 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($92 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Tue 3/621:00SYD - SHA
1 stop27h 55mHainan Airlines
Fri 6/608:30SHA - SYD
1 stop27h 45mHainan Airlines
Deal found 28/4$615
Fri 7/1111:25SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Sat 22/1122:50PVG - SYD
1 stop18h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4$615
Sun 1/620:20SYD - PVG
1 stop19h 30mSichuan Airlines
Mon 16/615:10PVG - SYD
1 stop21h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$625
Thu 22/521:15SYD - PVG
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/502:00PVG - SYD
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$628
Tue 4/1122:00SYD - SHA
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Tue 11/1120:50SHA - SYD
1 stop20h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4$634
Fri 13/611:25SYD - SHA
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Fri 20/608:10SHA - SYD
1 stop23h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 29/4$642
Sun 10/818:05SYD - PVG
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Mon 25/814:30PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4$709
Tue 6/507:40SYD - SHA
1 stop30h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 21/513:20SHA - SYD
1 stop14h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4$728
Tue 6/514:05SYD - PVG
1 stop25h 10mCathay Pacific
Wed 21/519:05PVG - SYD
1 stop13h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4$728
Thu 29/513:05SYD - PVG
1 stop38h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 4/602:25PVG - SYD
1 stop15h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4$764
Tue 20/521:00SYD - PVG
1 stop20h 20mHainan Airlines
Mon 26/516:25PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 50mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$784
Thu 15/513:10SYD - PVG
2 stops23h 10mTianjin Airlines
Sun 18/508:25PVG - SYD
1 stop28h 15mTianjin Airlines
Deal found 29/4$793

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Shanghai 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 30 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Shanghai that are best for you.

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SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/6

21:00-22:55

1 stop27h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/6

08:30-14:15

1 stop27h 45m

$615

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/6

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/6

15:10-14:15

1 stop21h 05m

$625

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/5

21:15-00:20

1 stop29h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 28/5

02:00-07:20

1 stop27h 20m

$628

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

22:15-00:20

1 stop29h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/10

20:25-20:20

1 stop20h 55m

$637

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/6

11:25-08:50

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/6

08:10-09:20

1 stop23h 10m

$642

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/9

08:45-22:20

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/10

11:50-20:20

1 stop29h 30m

$656

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/8

18:05-13:25

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/8

14:30-16:45

1 stop24h 15m

$709

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/5

10:10-23:55

1 stop15h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/5

17:40-10:50

1 stop15h 10m

$735

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/5

14:05-12:05

1 stop24h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/6

13:20-10:50

1 stop19h 30m

$759

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

13:05-01:20

1 stop38h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/6

02:25-19:35

1 stop15h 10m

$764

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Shanghai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 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?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai (average of $524). Flying from Sydney to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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 PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

When flying from Sydney to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

The most flights from SYD to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,066 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai. On average, Kingsford Smith has 5 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 18 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Hainan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $615. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Sichuan Airlines and XiamenAir, with the lowest prices starting at $618 and $642, respectively. Hainan Airlines is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $344 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Hainan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on XiamenAir and China Southern, with prices starting from $356 and $398, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sydney to Shanghai on time: Air France (95%), China Eastern (95%), Juneyao Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Shanghai? While on average our users pay $2,079, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $391. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), is priced around $479.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Shanghai is Guangzhou. Guangzhou is followed by Xiamen in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Sydney to Shanghai. Hong Kong sees the third most stopovers on flights from Sydney to Shanghai.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Hong Kong?

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Mid-levels Escalators, and Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre are the most popular attractions in Hong Kong if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Hong Kong Disneyland, Mid-levels Escalators, and Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre can be visited by travelling about 12.6 km, 24.5 km, and 25.8 km respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

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

    Flights departing from Sydney and landing in Shanghai stopover in Chengdu least frequently. Beijing sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Shanghai flights. Haikou ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Sydney to Shanghai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai 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?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai (average of $524). Flying from Sydney to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $944). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Shanghai. 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 30 April 2025.
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AirAsia XCheapest$276Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$381Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$419Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$435Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$436Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China SouthernCheapest$437Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$487Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapest$555Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$587Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$633Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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