Cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai, China from $382
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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SHA
3 set — 10 set1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai are usually found in May or March, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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 29 agosto 2025.
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 29 agosto 2025.
gio 6/1109:20SYD - SHA
1 stop17h 00mChina Southern
gio 20/1116:50SHA - SYD
1 stop24h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$670
mar 14/1021:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mHainan Airlines
lun 3/1109:00SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/8$671
mar 14/1021:00SYD - PVG
1 stop21h 20mHainan Airlines
lun 3/1111:35PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/8$671
gio 18/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
dom 21/913:40SHA - SYD
1 stop16h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$673
mar 14/1021:00SYD - PVG
1 stop21h 20mHainan Airlines
mer 5/1111:35PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/8$673
lun 15/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
ven 19/921:50SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$681
lun 15/910:15SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
ven 19/918:20PVG - SYD
1 stop23h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$681
sab 13/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
lun 22/914:50SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$684
sab 1/1121:25SYD - PVG
1 stop20h 50mSichuan Airlines
sab 8/1116:30PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 28/8$684
gio 25/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
mar 23/1220:05SHA - SYD
1 stop14h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$700
lun 20/1009:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
dom 2/1120:05SHA - SYD
1 stop21h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$705
lun 20/1009:45SYD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
dom 2/1122:50PVG - SYD
1 stop18h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$705
Best flights from Sydney to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 agosto 2025.
gio 6/1109:20SYD - SHA
1 stop17h 00mChina Southern
gio 20/1116:50SHA - SYD
1 stop24h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$670
mar 14/1021:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mHainan Airlines
lun 3/1109:00SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/8$671
dom 25/116:10SYD - PVG
1 stop17h 20mSingapore Airlines
mer 25/213:50PVG - SYD
1 stop14h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/8$699
lun 27/1012:30SYD - SHA
1 stop27h 10mXiamenAir
gio 30/1012:10SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 29/8$713
mar 14/1021:00SYD - PVG
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
sab 18/1006:00PVG - SYD
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$722
sab 13/920:20SYD - PVG
1 stop19h 30mSichuan Airlines
ven 31/1016:30PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/8$725
mar 21/1010:25SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 40mMalaysia Airlines
lun 3/1102:15PVG - SYD
1 stop15h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/8$731
gio 16/1021:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mHainan Airlines
lun 3/1109:00SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/8$671
gio 18/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
dom 21/913:40SHA - SYD
1 stop16h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$673
mar 14/1021:00SYD - PVG
1 stop21h 20mHainan Airlines
lun 3/1111:35PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/8$671
lun 15/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
ven 19/921:50SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$681
gio 16/1021:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mHainan Airlines
mer 5/1109:00SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 29/8$673
Direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Shanghai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 29 agosto 2025.
lun 27/1008:35SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 25mJuneyao Airlines
ven 21/1117:10PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 28/8$909
ven 14/1112:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 30mChina Eastern
gio 4/1220:20PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/8$915
lun 20/1012:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 15mChina Eastern
gio 23/1000:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/8$917
ven 31/1012:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 30mChina Eastern
ven 7/1100:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/8$921
sab 1/1112:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 30mChina Eastern
ven 7/1100:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/8$938
lun 20/1012:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 15mChina Eastern
sab 1/1100:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/8$978
ven 3/1011:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 15mChina Eastern
sab 25/1020:50PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/8$995
lun 20/1008:35SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 30mJuneyao Airlines
lun 3/1117:10PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 27/8$1,015
sab 13/911:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 15mChina Eastern
ven 31/1020:20PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/8$1,019
lun 15/920:30SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 30mChina Eastern
ven 19/920:20PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/8$1,021
mar 21/1012:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 15mChina Eastern
lun 3/1100:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/8$1,039
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Shanghai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai. Data last updated 29 agosto 2025 and is based on user searches.
gio 4/910:10SYD - PVG
1 stop30h 20mPhilippine Airlines
lun 15/916:00PVG - SYD
1 stop14h 00mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 26/8$722
gio 4/908:15SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
mer 10/902:00PVG - SYD
1 stop31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$745
sab 6/911:20SYD - PVG
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
mer 10/901:35PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$717
sab 13/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
lun 22/914:50SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$684
sab 13/920:20SYD - PVG
1 stop19h 30mSichuan Airlines
ven 31/1016:30PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 27/8$725
sab 13/910:15SYD - PVG
1 stop32h 15mChina Southern
lun 22/906:35PVG - SYD
1 stop34h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$734
sab 13/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
ven 31/1021:50SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$740
lun 15/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
ven 19/921:50SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$681
lun 15/910:15SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 05mChina Southern
ven 19/918:20PVG - SYD
1 stop23h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$681
gio 18/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
dom 21/913:40SHA - SYD
1 stop16h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$673
gio 25/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
mar 23/1220:05SHA - SYD
1 stop14h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$700
gio 25/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop36h 50mChina Southern
sab 25/1016:40SHA - SYD
1 stop35h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$722
One-way flights from Sydney to Shanghai
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 29 agosto 2025.
gio 6/1121:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 28/8$382
sab 15/1121:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/8$383
gio 18/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/8$386
lun 15/916:20SYD - PVG
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$386
gio 11/908:45SYD - SHA
1 stop15h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$388
lun 15/910:15SYD - SHA
1 stop29h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 28/8$389
dom 12/1016:10SYD - PVG
1 stop35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$399
dom 26/1012:30SYD - SHA
1 stop29h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 27/8$400
ven 7/1112:30SYD - SHA
1 stop27h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 27/8$402
mar 16/911:25SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 27/8$403
mer 15/1011:15SYD - PVG
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$403
mar 21/1012:25SYD - SHA
1 stop31h 35mXiamenAir
Deal found 28/8$405
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 29 agosto 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Shanghai that are best for you.
Fly from
Sydney
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
SydneyShanghai
SYD - SHA
SYDSHA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
gio 6/11
09:20-23:20
1 stop17h 00m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
gio 20/11
16:50-20:20
1 stop24h 30m
$670
SydneyShanghai
SYD - SHA
SYDSHA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
mar 14/10
21:00-22:55
1 stop28h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
lun 3/11
09:00-14:55
1 stop26h 55m
$671
SydneyShanghai
SYD - SHA
SYDSHA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
gio 16/10
21:00-22:55
1 stop28h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
lun 3/11
09:00-14:55
1 stop26h 55m
$671
SydneyShanghai
SYD - PVG
SYDPVG
Sydney Kingsford Smith
mar 14/10
21:00-15:20
1 stop21h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
lun 3/11
11:35-14:55
1 stop24h 20m
$671
SydneyShanghai
SYD - SHA
SYDSHA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
gio 18/9
08:45-08:50
1 stop26h 05m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
dom 21/9
13:40-08:25
1 stop16h 45m
$673
SydneyShanghai
SYD - SHA
SYDSHA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
gio 16/10
21:00-22:55
1 stop28h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
mer 5/11
09:00-14:55
1 stop26h 55m
$673
SydneyShanghai
SYD - SHA
SYDSHA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
mar 14/10
21:00-22:55
1 stop28h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
mer 5/11
09:00-14:55
1 stop26h 55m
$673
SydneyShanghai
SYD - PVG
SYDPVG
Sydney Kingsford Smith
gio 16/10
21:00-15:20
1 stop21h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mer 5/11
11:35-14:55
1 stop24h 20m
$673
SydneyShanghai
SYD - PVG
SYDPVG
Sydney Kingsford Smith
mar 14/10
21:00-15:20
1 stop21h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mer 5/11
11:35-14:55
1 stop24h 20m
$673
SydneyShanghai
SYD - SHA
SYDSHA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
lun 15/9
08:45-09:25
1 stop26h 40m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
ven 19/9
21:50-19:25
1 stop19h 35m
$681
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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 22 August 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 79 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 29 agosto 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 39% 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 29 agosto 2025.
The most flights from SYD to CN2 are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
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 29 agosto 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Shanghai, 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.
Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .
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.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Shanghai?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Shanghai in 17h. Fly via China Southern, Hainan Airlines, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Sydney to Shanghai 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 round-trip?
Flying on Air China is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $200. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia X and Hainan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $271 and $412, respectively. Air China is currently priced 80% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Shanghai one-way?
$382 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 Sichuan Airlines and China Southern, with prices starting from $382 and $386, 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 (57%), China Eastern (56%), Qantas Airways (55%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Shanghai?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Sydney to Shanghai? While on average our users pay $1,926, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $398. The most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), is priced around $578.
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 Haikou least frequently. Chengdu sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Shanghai flights. Beijing 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.
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 29 agosto 2025.
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