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

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

Which airlines fly to Australia?

China Southern, China Eastern and XiamenAir 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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 3 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?

Hong Kong Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Australia

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from Shanghai to Australia delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Shanghai and Australia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 88 minutes.

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia as of June 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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18:10 - 10:20

SHA

SYD

13h 10m

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12:30 - 22:50

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SHA

13h 20m

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$842XiamenAir

Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

20:30 - 15:30

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20:25 - 14:50

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13:20 - 06:10

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BNE

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$1,071China Southern

Thu, 6 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

10:50 - 08:25

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$1,088China Southern

Thu, 6 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

21:00 - 19:00

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OOL

44h 00m

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16:35 - 09:45

OOL

SHA

43h 10m

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$3,072China Eastern

Fri, 7 Aug - Fri, 14 Aug

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21 Dec

SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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1 Jan

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SHA21:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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8 Jan

SYD20:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SHA09:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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21 Oct

SHA18:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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SHA22:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$842

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29 June

SHA18:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 10m

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13 July

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1 July

SHA08:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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SHA22:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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Sun 13/9

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/8

22:30-11:45

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/8

13:20-06:10

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Wed 19/8

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$1,056

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Thu 6/8

15:50-08:25

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Thu 13/8

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Thu 6/8

10:50-08:25

1 stop19h 35m

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$1,088

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/8

21:00-19:00

3 stops44h 00m

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Fri 14/8

16:35-09:45

3 stops43h 10m

$3,072

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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, September 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 $265. If you don’t want to visit Australia in September, then you should wait until April to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $336.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 $1,151 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 $701 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	9h 45m
Direct flights	Sun
Airports in Australia	269 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 Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 269 airports in Australia. From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport there are direct flights to Melbourne Avalon (AVV).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia

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 3 operators available for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Australia as of June 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 $626	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 154 reviews	Search China Southern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $644	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 46 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $975	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 226 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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