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Cheap flights from Australia to Shanghai from $393

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08:45 - 22:20SYD-SHA
15h 35m1 stop
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18:50 - 19:25SHA-SYD
22h 35m1 stop
$592China Southern
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Mon, 18 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug
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10:10 - 22:20BNE-SHA
14h 10m1 stop
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21:50 - 08:15SHA-BNE
32h 25m1 stop
$602China Southern
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21:00 - 22:55SYD-SHA
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Thu, 4 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
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19:45 - 22:55MEL-SHA
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12:25 - 22:40SYD-SHA
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12:30 - 14:35SYD-SHA
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12:20 - 18:00SYD-SHA
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11:20 - 14:55SYD-SHA
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17h 20m1 stop
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08:30 - 15:20PER-SHA
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Cathay Pacific flights from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
22 Oct
PER09:15Perth
26h 50m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3 Nov
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 20m
1 stop
PER06:55Perth
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Cathay Pacific
6 Nov
PER08:30Perth
30h 50m
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SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13 Nov
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 20m
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PER06:55Perth
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Cathay Pacific
28 Oct
BNE12:10Brisbane
26h 10m
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SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
7 Nov
SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
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China Southern flights from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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China Southern
18 Aug
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 35m
1 stop
SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21 Aug
SHA18:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
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China Southern
5 Sept
BNE10:10Brisbane
14h 10m
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SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
12 Sept
SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 25m
1 stop
BNE08:15Brisbane
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China Southern
3 Sept
BNE10:45Brisbane
32h 40m
1 stop
SHA17:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
5 Sept
SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 25m
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BNE08:15Brisbane
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 5 August 2025.
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Return

Price

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/8

08:45-22:20

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/8

18:50-19:25

1 stop22h 35m

$592

BrisbaneShanghai

BNE - SHA

BNESHA

Brisbane

Fri 5/9

10:10-22:20

1 stop14h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/9

21:50-08:15

1 stop32h 25m

$602

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/9

21:00-22:55

1 stop27h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 15/9

08:30-14:15

1 stop27h 45m

$608

MelbourneShanghai

MEL - SHA

MELSHA

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

19:45-22:55

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 18/9

08:30-14:05

1 stop27h 35m

$608

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

12:25-22:40

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 29/11

14:10-10:25

1 stop17h 15m

$629

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

12:30-14:35

1 stop29h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 16/11

12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

$631

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/10

12:20-18:00

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

18:10-10:55

1 stop13h 45m

$750

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/9

11:20-14:55

1 stop29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

18:10-10:55

1 stop13h 45m

$752

PerthShanghai

PER - SHA

PERSHA

Perth

Wed 22/10

09:15-12:05

1 stop26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/11

13:35-06:55

1 stop17h 20m

$773

PerthShanghai

PER - SHA

PERSHA

Perth

Thu 6/11

08:30-15:20

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/11

13:35-06:55

1 stop17h 20m

$786

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $680. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Australia during May instead. Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $704.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $807. The most expensive day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $950.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $793. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $982 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $878 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Australia for as low as $769 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight.

Cheap Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$393

Fastest flight time

11h 35m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Australia in the past 72 hours is $393. The best return flight deal from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $592.
The fastest flight from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 11h 35m
Direct flights go from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on Monday, Wednesday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Delta..
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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