How many flights depart from Shanghai to Australia on average per day?

As of January 2026, 17 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Australia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 59% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Australia?

China Eastern, China Southern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Shanghai according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Australia 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.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to Australia 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.

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.

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

AirAsia X, Hainan Airlines, and Shenzhen Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Australia

How many flights depart from Shanghai to Australia on average per week?

120 flights are operational weekly from Shanghai to Australia as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How often are flights from Shanghai to Australia delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% 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 107 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Australia?

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Australia were last updated today.

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

There are 5 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Australia as of January 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Australia.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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SYD

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21:50 - 00:20

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29h 30m

1 stop

$588AirAsia X

Sat, 28 Feb - Mon, 23 Mar

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30h 00m

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$658China Southern

Thu, 26 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

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14h 55m

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11:25 - 11:25

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27h 00m

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SHA

14h 10m

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$1,067Cathay Pacific

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Sichuan Airlines flights from Shanghai to Australia

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Sichuan Airlines

26 Feb

PVG16:40Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 00m

1 stop

SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

12 Mar

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 00m

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PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong

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7 Apr

PVG15:10Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 05m

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SYD14:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

18 Apr

SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 30m

1 stop

PVG13:50Shanghai Pu Dong

$718

Sichuan Airlines

8 Feb

PVG16:40Shanghai Pu Dong

18h 50m

1 stop

MEL14:30Melbourne

16 Feb

MEL21:40Melbourne

20h 45m

1 stop

PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong

$887

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Air China

26 Feb

SHA20:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 00m

1 stop

SYD15:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

5 Mar

SYD20:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 15m

1 stop

SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$836

Air China

26 Feb

SHA12:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 00m

1 stop

SYD15:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

12 Mar

SYD20:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 15m

1 stop

SHA09:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$839

Air China

14 May

SHA12:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

17 May

MEL19:40Melbourne

21h 05m

1 stop

SHA14:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

$878

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What is the cheapest Shanghai to Australia flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Shanghai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,032 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 for as low as $648 on momondo.

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

Direct flights go from Shanghai to Australia every day.

There are 266 airports in Australia. From Shanghai there are direct flights to Brisbane (BNE), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Australia?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to Australia were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Australia?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Shanghai to Australia as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Australia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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China Southern	PriceFrom $467	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 133 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $547	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $623	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $686	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,431 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $712	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,130 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $959	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 188 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,139	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 137 reviews	Search Air China flights

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What cabin class options are available on Shanghai to Australia flights?

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

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

AirAsia X, Hainan Airlines, and Shenzhen Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Australia

Which airlines fly to Australia?

How often are flights from Shanghai to Australia delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% 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 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Australia 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 Australia 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 to Australia on average per day?

As of January 2026, 17 flights take off from Shanghai and land in Australia each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 59% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Shanghai to Australia on average per week?

120 flights are operational weekly from Shanghai to Australia as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Shanghai to Australia?

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