How often are flights from Shanghai to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Shanghai and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 110 minutes.

How many flights depart from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney on average per week?

39 flights are operational weekly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sun, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Cathay Pacific, China Southern, and Sichuan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith

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

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 5 flights per day flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 20:00, with 60% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 2 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $685 to $1,158. The lowest price recently found on this route was $604.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Sydney?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,145. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,585.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney in the morning for as low as $588. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,440 on average. Flights to Sydney from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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What cabin class options are available on Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Sydney from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport in the past 72 hours is $608. The best return flight deal from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,847.

The fastest flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney takes 10h 05m

Direct flights go from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney every day.

There is 1 airport near Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

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How far is Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
The straight-line distance from Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith is 7854.3 km. 14h 10m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 2 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Sydney, the leading plane model is Airbus A350-900, making up 53.09% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 41.98%, Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 2.47%, and Boeing 777-300ER with 1.23%.
What is the most popular airline from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney is China Eastern (51% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is China Southern (49%).

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China Southern	PriceFrom $505	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 120 reviews		Search China Southern flights
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China Eastern Flights From Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney
China Eastern is one of the most popular airlines flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney, operating 10 flights/week on average for this route. A good China Eastern flight deal for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney starts from $1,020 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,296. Our users have rated China Eastern at 7.2/10.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Sydney?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,145. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,585.

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What cabin class options are available on Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Cathay Pacific, China Southern, and Sichuan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith

How often are flights from Shanghai to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Shanghai and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 110 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 5 flights per day flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 20:00, with 60% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney on average per week?

39 flights are operational weekly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sun, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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