How often are flights from Sydney to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between Sydney and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 106 minutes.

Which airlines fly to China?

China Southern, China Eastern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Sydney according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 19 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to China flights?

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

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

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China?

Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern, and VietJet Air are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China

How many flights depart from Sydney to China on average per week?

152 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to China as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Sydney to China on average per day?

The number of flights available between Sydney and China is 21 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 40% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to China flights?

According to our data, Shanghai Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 1% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China is 18 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China?

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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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XiamenAir flights from Sydney to China

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14 May

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 25m

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PKX13:50Beijing Daxing Intl

28 May

PKX11:05Beijing Daxing Intl

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7 Mar

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

If you are unable to visit China during the month of May, then departing from Sydney during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $849.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to China is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,196. The most expensive day to fly to China is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,319.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to China?

Flying to China from Sydney in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $788 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,262.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $865 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Sydney for as low as $699 on momondo.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to China flight.

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Best price found	$321
Fastest flight time	9h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in China	237 airports

The best one-way flight to China from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $321. The best return flight deal from Sydney to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $646.

The fastest flight from Sydney to China takes 9h 15m

Direct flights go from Sydney to China every day.

There are 237 airports in China. From Sydney there are direct flights to Shenzhen (SZX), Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China is 18 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China?
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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to China?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Sydney to China is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 29.05% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A350-900 at 28.71%, Airbus A330-300 at 16.22%, and Airbus A380-800 at 8.85%.

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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $274	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $351	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 58 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $362	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 311 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $440	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $460	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 122 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $460	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 178 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $469	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $516	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,413 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $534	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
Tianjin Airlines	PriceFrom $538	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Tianjin Airlines flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to China from Sydney which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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momondo helps you find the best flight between Sydney and China by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

If you are unable to visit China during the month of May, then departing from Sydney during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $849.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to China is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,196. The most expensive day to fly to China is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,319.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to China?

Flying to China from Sydney in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $788 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,262.

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

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

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to China flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China?

Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern, and VietJet Air are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China

Which airlines fly to China?

How often are flights from Sydney to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between Sydney and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 106 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to China flights?

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to China flights?

According to our data, Shanghai Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 1% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Sydney to China on average per day?

The number of flights available between Sydney and China is 21 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 40% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from Sydney to China on average per week?

152 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to China as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Sydney to China right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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