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Cheap flights from China to Sydney from $287

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 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SYD
25 May — 1 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Sydney

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Cheapest flights from China to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 April 2026.

Tue 1/903:20
SZX
-
SYD
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/920:50
SYD
-
SZX
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$621
Sat 5/902:30
CAN
-
SYD
1 stop26h 50m
VietJet Air
Sat 12/910:15
SYD
-
CAN
1 stop17h 15m
VietJet Air
Deal found 21/4$658
Thu 27/815:10
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop15h 05m
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 11/910:15
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 20/4$672
Sat 5/902:30
CAN
-
SYD
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/910:15
SYD
-
CAN
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$679
Mon 18/511:40
PKX
-
SYD
1 stop16h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Mon 25/508:15
SYD
-
PKX
1 stop28h 20m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 20/4$685
Sat 6/611:40
HAK
-
SYD
1 stop29h 40m
Scoot
Sat 13/620:35
SYD
-
HAK
1 stop16h 05m
Scoot
Deal found 22/4$692
Mon 18/511:40
PKX
-
SYD
1 stop16h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Tue 2/608:15
SYD
-
PKX
1 stop14h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 22/4$699
Sun 30/802:45
SZX
-
SYD
1 stop25h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 2/909:15
SYD
-
SZX
1 stop18h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/4$700
Sat 5/910:40
CAN
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/909:45
SYD
-
CAN
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$700
Tue 9/621:25
PKX
-
SYD
1 stop30h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Sat 13/608:15
SYD
-
PKX
1 stop14h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 24/4$709
Wed 3/614:40
PKX
-
SYD
1 stop13h 35m
Juneyao Airlines
Mon 8/608:15
SYD
-
PKX
1 stop28h 20m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 22/4$712
Sun 7/621:25
PKX
-
SYD
1 stop30h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Sat 13/608:15
SYD
-
PKX
1 stop14h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 21/4$717

Find flight deals from China to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 25 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$621

One-way from

$287

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$926

Good round-trip deal

$1,042 or less

Good one-way deal

$443 or less
1/9-7/9
  • 1/9-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 45m total
  • China to Sydney
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17/8
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 15m total
  • China to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($422 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($115 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Sydney 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 25 April 2026.
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ShenzhenSydney

SZX - SYD

SZXSYD

Shenzhen

Tue 1/9

03:20-19:35

1 stop14h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

20:50-10:20

1 stop15h 30m

$621

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/8

15:10-08:15

1 stop15h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/9

10:15-12:40

1 stop28h 25m

$672

HaikouSydney

HAK - SYD

HAKSYD

Haikou Meilan Intl

Sat 6/6

11:40-19:20

1 stop29h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

20:35-10:40

1 stop16h 05m

$692

ShenzhenSydney

SZX - SYD

SZXSYD

Shenzhen

Sun 30/8

02:45-06:25

1 stop25h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

09:15-01:15

1 stop18h 00m

$700

BeijingSydney

PKX - SYD

PKXSYD

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 9/6

21:25-06:15

1 stop30h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

08:15-20:20

1 stop14h 05m

$709

GuangzhouSydney

CAN - SYD

CANSYD

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 10/6

10:40-19:20

1 stop30h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/6

20:35-09:25

1 stop14h 50m

$762

ShenzhenSydney

SZX - SYD

SZXSYD

Shenzhen

Sun 9/8

02:45-10:00

1 stop29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

09:15-01:15

1 stop18h 00m

$779

ShenzhenSydney

SZX - SYD

SZXSYD

Shenzhen

Sun 30/8

02:45-10:00

1 stop29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

09:15-01:15

1 stop18h 00m

$793

ShenzhenSydney

SZX - SYD

SZXSYD

Shenzhen

Sat 8/8

02:45-07:00

1 stop26h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

13:05-01:15

1 stop14h 10m

$803

ShenzhenSydney

SZX - SYD

SZXSYD

Shenzhen

Sun 30/8

02:45-06:25

1 stop25h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

15:10-12:10

2 stops47h 00m

$850

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Best time to book a flight from China to Sydney

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from China to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Sydney (average of $199). Flying from China to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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 CN to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 April 2026.

When flying from China to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from China to Sydney delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between China and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to Sydney flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 25 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern,Air China, andChina Eastern from China to Sydney. 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.
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
Air China
7.3
Good
148 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.2
Good
208 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
150 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from China?

    If you book a flight to Sydney from China, you will be flying to Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney.

  • How long is the flight from China to Sydney?

    For as low as $672, Vietnam Airlines can have you in Sydney from China in 15h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7858 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia X, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $204. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scoot and Beijing Capital Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from China to Sydney for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from China to Sydney, consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Guangzhou Baiyun - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Shanghai Pu Dong - Sydney Kingsford Smith, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to Sydney 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 China to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Sydney (average of $199). Flying from China to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $801). 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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China SouthernCheapest$522Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$565Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$668Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapest$764Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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