Which airlines fly to Australia?

China Southern, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Australia?

Shenzhen Airlines, Air China, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Australia

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia 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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MEL

17h 25m

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$625Shenzhen Airlines

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$978Cathay Pacific

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Air China flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia

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Air China

15 June

SHA18:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 20m

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SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

12 July

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SHA13:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$718

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16 June

SHA14:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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MEL14:55Melbourne

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SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$721

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15 June

SHA15:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 July

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 15m

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SHA11:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$722

China Southern flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia

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China Southern

13 May

SHA20:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 25m

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SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

3 June

SYD10:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$709

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8 May

SHA16:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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6 May

SHA09:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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13 May

SYD10:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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$763

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $653. If you don’t want to visit Australia in May, then you should wait until June to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $669.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Australia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,046 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for as low as $666 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	9h 45m
Direct flights	Mon and Sat
Airports in Australia	267 airports

The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia takes 9h 45m

Direct flights go from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia on Monday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 267 airports in Australia. From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia?
Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Australia 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.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $377	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 145 reviews	Search China Southern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $677	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $682	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,228 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $943	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 200 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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