What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

Hainan Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Which airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

China Southern, China Eastern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from New South Wales according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The average flight duration from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 10h 15m on average, while flying from Newcastle to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 29h 05m on average. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

As of April 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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21:00 - 22:55

SYD

SHA

27h 55m

1 stop

08:30 - 14:05

SHA

SYD

27h 35m

1 stop

$633Hainan Airlines

Tue, 28 Apr - Wed, 20 May

21:00 - 22:55

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SHA

27h 55m

1 stop

08:30 - 14:05

SHA

SYD

27h 35m

1 stop

$637Hainan Airlines

Sat, 30 May - Mon, 8 Jun

21:00 - 22:55

SYD

SHA

27h 55m

1 stop

08:30 - 14:05

SHA

SYD

27h 35m

1 stop

$658Hainan Airlines

Tue, 28 Apr - Mon, 11 May

21:00 - 22:55

SYD

SHA

27h 55m

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08:30 - 14:05

SHA

SYD

27h 35m

1 stop

$669Hainan Airlines

Sat, 30 May - Mon, 8 Jun

10:05 - 22:20

SYD

SHA

14h 15m

1 stop

18:50 - 19:25

SHA

SYD

22h 35m

1 stop

$713China Southern

Sat, 18 Apr - Sat, 30 May

08:45 - 22:20

SYD

SHA

15h 35m

1 stop

15:50 - 19:25

SHA

SYD

25h 35m

1 stop

$714China Southern

Mon, 27 Apr - Tue, 5 May

06:00 - 09:20

OOL

SHA

29h 20m

2 stops

16:50 - 20:50

SHA

OOL

26h 00m

2 stops

$1,020Multiple Airlines

Tue, 12 May - Tue, 19 May

06:00 - 08:50

OOL

SHA

28h 50m

2 stops

14:10 - 22:05

SHA

OOL

29h 55m

2 stops

$1,113Multiple Airlines

Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May

11:25 - 20:55

OOL

SHA

35h 30m

2 stops

13:20 - 10:40

SHA

OOL

19h 20m

2 stops

$1,538Cathay Pacific

Wed, 3 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

11:25 - 20:55

OOL

SHA

35h 30m

2 stops

13:20 - 15:05

SHA

OOL

23h 45m

2 stops

$1,541Cathay Pacific

Wed, 3 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

China Southern flights from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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China Southern

28 Apr

SYD10:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m

1 stop

SHA11:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

31 May

SHA20:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$713

China Southern

27 Apr

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 35m

1 stop

SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

5 May

SHA15:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 35m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$714

China Southern

1 May

SYD10:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m

1 stop

SHA11:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 May

SHA09:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 30m

1 stop

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$717

Air China flights from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Air China

26 Apr

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 35m

2 stops

SHA16:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 May

SHA22:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 25m

2 stops

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$781

Air China

30 Apr

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 35m

1 stop

SHA13:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14 May

SHA22:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 25m

2 stops

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$789

Air China

7 June

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 00m

1 stop

SHA12:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 June

SHA21:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$792

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18:50-19:25

1 stop22h 35m

$713

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1 stop15h 35m

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15:50-19:25

1 stop25h 35m

$714

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Tue 12/5

06:00-09:20

2 stops29h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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16:50-20:50

2 stops26h 00m

$1,020

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OOL - SHA

OOLSHA

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Thu 14/5

06:00-08:50

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/5

14:10-22:05

2 stops29h 55m

$1,113

CoolangattaShanghai

OOL - SHA

OOLSHA

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 3/6

11:25-20:55

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

13:20-10:40

2 stops19h 20m

$1,538

CoolangattaShanghai

OOL - SHA

OOLSHA

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Wed 3/6

11:25-20:55

2 stops35h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 7/6

13:20-15:05

2 stops23h 45m

$1,541

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

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $669. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from New South Wales during May instead. Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in May, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $685.

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 New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $836 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 New South Wales for as low as $728 on momondo.

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As of April 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New South Wales to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $213	Free cancellation	Rating 6.3 46 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $386	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 63 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $460	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 303 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $492	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 146 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $493	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $599	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,484 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $604	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom $604	Free cancellation	Rating 6.3 30 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom $606	Free cancellation	Rating 5.6 164 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $662	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,234 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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