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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Sydney from $494

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SYD
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Thu 20/815:50
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop18h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 9/910:15
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 3/7$822
Sun 16/811:55
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop19h 50m
Hong Kong Airlines
Mon 24/811:15
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop14h 35m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 3/7$840
Sat 29/809:15
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop22h 20m
Hong Kong Airlines
Sun 13/911:05
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 35m
Hong Kong Airlines
Deal found 5/7$850
Sat 5/911:55
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/920:50
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$863
Thu 20/808:55
SHA
-
SYD
1 stop27h 55m
Air China
Thu 27/819:40
SYD
-
SHA
1 stop17h 15m
Air China
Deal found 6/7$867
Sat 22/806:55
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/919:40
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$874
Sat 29/821:30
SHA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 20m
Air China
Sun 13/919:40
SYD
-
SHA
1 stop16h 20m
Air China
Deal found 5/7$877
Thu 20/815:50
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop18h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Tue 8/910:15
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 3/7$881
Thu 20/815:50
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop18h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 11/910:15
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 3/7$883
Fri 28/815:50
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop18h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 13/910:15
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop28h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 6/7$886
Sun 16/820:25
SHA
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SYD
1 stop16h 25m
Air China
Mon 24/819:45
SYD
-
SHA
1 stop21h 00m
Air China
Deal found 5/7$886
Mon 24/820:05
PVG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 45m
Air China
Thu 3/919:40
SYD
-
PVG
1 stop21h 40m
Air China
Deal found 5/7$887

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Sydney (SYD). 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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$822

One-way from

$494

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,575
Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 21/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Shanghai to Sydney
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9/11
  • 9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 05m total
  • Shanghai to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($483 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($155 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai 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 6 July 2026.
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ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 16/8

11:55-09:45

1 stop19h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/8

11:15-23:50

1 stop14h 35m

$840

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 16/8

20:25-14:50

1 stop16h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

19:40-12:40

1 stop19h 00m

$887

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 21/8

15:50-12:15

1 stop18h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

10:15-12:40

1 stop28h 25m

$962

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 16/8

13:20-20:10

1 stop28h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

07:40-20:55

1 stop15h 15m

$986

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/8

22:30-20:10

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/8

07:40-12:05

1 stop30h 25m

$986

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 28/8

16:50-11:45

1 stop16h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

14:05-20:55

1 stop32h 50m

$988

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 19/8

13:20-06:10

1 stop14h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

07:40-20:55

1 stop15h 15m

$988

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/9

14:30-06:10

1 stop13h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

07:40-22:10

1 stop16h 30m

$989

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 28/8

12:20-06:45

1 stop16h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

06:25-22:10

2 stops17h 45m

$1,038

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/8

08:30-19:20

2 stops32h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

20:35-23:05

2 stops28h 30m

$1,041

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney (average of $511). Flying from Shanghai to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,012). 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 SHA to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai 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 6 July 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Shanghai to Sydney as you normally would.

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

How often are flights from Shanghai to Sydney delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Shanghai and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai 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?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai to Sydney, you should look to book at least 89 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.

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 6 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai to Sydney, such as China Southern and China Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

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
7.5
Good
157 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

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
7.3
Good
226 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Sydney from Shanghai, 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. There are 7 flights from Shanghai to Kingsford Smith per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Sydney?

    Hong Kong Airlines, Air China, and Vietnam Airlines can get you from Shanghai to Sydney in just under 16h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 25m. Shanghai and Sydney are separated by a distance of 7884 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Shanghai to Sydney is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $622 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are XiamenAir and China Eastern, starting at $759 and $969 round-trip. China Southern is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $256 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hainan Airlines from $293 and Cathay Pacific from $324 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney (average of $511). Flying from Shanghai to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,012). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$622Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$759Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China EasternCheapest$969Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,099Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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