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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Sydney from $445

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AirAsia X Logo
01:35 - 20:35
PVG
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SYD
16h 00m
1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
10:45 - 00:20
SYD
-
PVG
16h 35m
1 stop
$601AirAsia X
Mon, 2 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
AirAsia X Logo
06:00 - 08:20
PVG
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SYD
24h 20m
1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
20:50 - 00:20
SYD
-
PVG
29h 30m
1 stop
$622AirAsia X
Fri, 10 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:40 - 14:40
PVG
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SYD
19h 00m
1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:20 - 13:50
SYD
-
PVG
19h 30m
1 stop
$632Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Tue, 26 May
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:40 - 14:40
PVG
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SYD
19h 00m
1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:20 - 13:50
SYD
-
PVG
19h 30m
1 stop
$637Sichuan Airlines
Fri, 27 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr
China Southern Logo
22:25 - 07:30
SHA
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SYD
30h 05m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
09:20 - 21:15
SYD
-
SHA
14h 55m
1 stop
$642China Southern
Tue, 3 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
XiamenAir Logo
18:10 - 10:25
SHA
-
SYD
13h 15m
1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
12:30 - 22:50
SYD
-
SHA
13h 20m
1 stop
$682XiamenAir
Thu, 5 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
XiamenAir Logo
16:10 - 10:25
SHA
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SYD
15h 15m
1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
11:25 - 17:00
SYD
-
SHA
31h 35m
1 stop
$719XiamenAir
Mon, 16 Mar - Tue, 26 May
China Southern Logo
21:50 - 19:40
SHA
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SYD
19h 50m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
08:45 - 10:25
SYD
-
SHA
27h 40m
1 stop
$741China Southern
Fri, 10 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:30 - 12:00
SHA
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SYD
34h 30m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
07:40 - 12:05
SYD
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SHA
30h 25m
1 stop
$754Cathay Pacific
Mon, 16 Mar - Tue, 26 May
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 07:15
SHA
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SYD
14h 40m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:15 - 20:55
SYD
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SHA
32h 40m
1 stop
$770Cathay Pacific
Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

AirAsia X flights from Shanghai to Sydney

Our best AirAsia X deals on Shanghai to Sydney flight tickets
AirAsia X
2 Mar
PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 00m
1 stop
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
7 Mar
SYD10:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 35m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
$601
AirAsia X
10 Apr
PVG06:00Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 20m
1 stop
SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
20 Apr
SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
$622
AirAsia X
31 July
PVG06:00Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 20m
1 stop
SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
16 Aug
SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
$873

China Southern flights from Shanghai to Sydney

Our best China Southern deals on Shanghai to Sydney flight tickets
China Southern
3 Mar
SHA22:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 05m
1 stop
SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
7 Mar
SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 55m
1 stop
SHA21:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$642
China Southern
10 Apr
SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
20 Apr
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 40m
1 stop
SHA10:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$741
China Southern
26 Feb
SHA14:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 35m
1 stop
SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
12 Mar
SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 00m
1 stop
SHA23:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$816

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 3 February 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

01:35-20:35

1 stop16h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

10:45-00:20

1 stop16h 35m

$601

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/4

06:00-08:20

1 stop24h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

20:50-00:20

1 stop29h 30m

$622

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/3

16:40-14:40

1 stop19h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$632

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/3

16:40-14:40

1 stop19h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/4

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$637

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/3

22:25-07:30

1 stop30h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

09:20-21:15

1 stop14h 55m

$642

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

18:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

12:30-22:50

1 stop13h 20m

$682

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

16:10-10:25

1 stop15h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

11:25-17:00

1 stop31h 35m

$719

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/4

21:50-19:40

1 stop19h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

08:45-10:25

1 stop27h 40m

$741

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 16/3

22:30-12:00

1 stop34h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

07:40-12:05

1 stop30h 25m

$754

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 18/3

13:35-07:15

1 stop14h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

15:15-20:55

1 stop32h 40m

$770

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Sydney

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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 $1,088. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,569.

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 to Sydney in the afternoon for as low as $1,167. 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 $1,256 on average. Flights to Sydney from Shanghai in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Shanghai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $999 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 for as low as $624 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai 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.

Cheap Shanghai to Sydney flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Shanghai to Sydney

Fastest flight time

10h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Sydney

1 airport
The fastest flight from Shanghai to Sydney takes 10h 10m
Direct flights go from Shanghai to Sydney every day.
There is 1 airport in Sydney. From Shanghai there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).
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  • How far is Shanghai to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Shanghai to Sydney Kingsford Smith is 7874.1 km. Typically, this will take 10h 10m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Shanghai to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai 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 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.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to Sydney

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
China SouthernPriceFrom $380Free cancellationRating
7.3
136 reviews
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XiamenAirPriceFrom $682Free cancellationRating
6.6
42 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $686Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,159 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $967Free cancellationRating
7.2
192 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $1,098Free cancellationRating
7.2
138 reviews
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