Which airlines fly to Sydney?

China Eastern, China Southern and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Sydney 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith?

China Eastern, China Southern, and XiamenAir are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

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

Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.

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

As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:40 - 07:25

SHA

SYD

15h 45m

1 stop

08:45 - 22:20

SYD

SHA

15h 35m

1 stop

$632China Southern

Sun, 29 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr

10:50 - 20:25

SHA

SYD

30h 35m

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08:45 - 11:25

SYD

SHA

28h 40m

1 stop

$635China Southern

Sun, 29 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr

12:40 - 06:25

SHA

SYD

15h 45m

1 stop

10:05 - 09:20

SYD

SHA

25h 15m

1 stop

$639China Southern

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

13:50 - 20:25

SHA

SYD

27h 35m

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08:45 - 16:35

SYD

SHA

33h 50m

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$640China Southern

Sun, 29 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr

20:00 - 20:25

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SYD

21h 25m

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08:45 - 11:25

SYD

SHA

28h 40m

1 stop

$642China Southern

Sat, 4 Apr - Sat, 11 Apr

21:50 - 20:20

SHA

SYD

19h 30m

1 stop

10:05 - 22:20

SYD

SHA

14h 15m

1 stop

$643China Southern

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 29 Apr

15:50 - 20:25

SHA

SYD

25h 35m

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08:45 - 22:20

SYD

SHA

15h 35m

1 stop

$649China Southern

Wed, 1 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

10:10 - 10:20

SHA

SYD

21h 10m

1 stop

11:25 - 12:50

SYD

SHA

27h 25m

1 stop

$653XiamenAir

Sun, 29 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr

08:35 - 10:25

SHA

SYD

22h 50m

1 stop

11:25 - 12:50

SYD

SHA

27h 25m

1 stop

$655XiamenAir

Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 1 May

10:10 - 09:20

SHA

SYD

21h 10m

1 stop

11:25 - 22:40

SYD

SHA

13h 15m

1 stop

$656XiamenAir

Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

Air China flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney

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Air China

16 Mar

SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 00m

1 stop

SYD15:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

26 May

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 15m

1 stop

SHA11:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$711

Air China

4 May

SHA15:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 May

SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 20m

1 stop

SHA10:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$713

Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney

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Cathay Pacific

7 May

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 40m

1 stop

SYD20:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 May

SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 15m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$756

Cathay Pacific

3 May

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 20m

1 stop

SYD08:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 May

SYD21:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 40m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$757

Cathay Pacific

19 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

23 Mar

SYD11:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 15m

1 stop

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,064

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Sun 29/3

12:40-07:25

1 stop15h 45m

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1 stop15h 35m

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Sun 29/3

10:50-20:25

1 stop30h 35m

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08:45-11:25

1 stop28h 40m

$635

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SHASYD

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Wed 6/5

12:40-06:25

1 stop15h 45m

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Wed 13/5

10:05-09:20

1 stop25h 15m

$639

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SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/3

13:50-20:25

1 stop27h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

08:45-16:35

1 stop33h 50m

$640

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SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 4/4

20:00-20:25

1 stop21h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

08:45-11:25

1 stop28h 40m

$642

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SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/3

21:50-20:20

1 stop19h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

10:05-22:20

1 stop14h 15m

$643

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 1/4

15:50-20:25

1 stop25h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/4

08:45-22:20

1 stop15h 35m

$649

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 29/3

10:10-10:20

1 stop21h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

11:25-12:50

1 stop27h 25m

$653

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/3

08:35-10:25

1 stop22h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

11:25-12:50

1 stop27h 25m

$655

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/4

10:10-09:20

1 stop21h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

11:25-22:40

1 stop13h 15m

$656

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with most prices found around $650. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $666.

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,076. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,552.

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 afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney in the afternoon for as low as $1,131. 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 evening when prices are $1,249 on average. Flights to Sydney from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,045 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for as low as $663 on momondo.

How have Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 8% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	9h 50m
Direct flights	Tue
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney takes 9h 50m

Direct flights go from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney on Tuesday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 7879.2 km between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Sydney Kingsford Smith. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 9h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 Hongqiao Intl 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 required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Sydney is China Eastern, representing 45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Southern at 30%, Cathay Pacific at 14%, and XiamenAir at 11%.

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $512	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 142 reviews	Search China Southern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $674	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $678	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,200 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $957	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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