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

The number of flights available between Sydney and China is 14 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00, with 52% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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

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

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

AirAsia X, Beijing Capital Airlines, and Scoot are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China

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 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 21 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 19 as of August 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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11:55 - 13:40SYD-XIY

27h 45m1 stop

07:40 - 09:55XIY-SYD

24h 15m1 stop

$432

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11:20 - 10:35SYD-PKX

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21:00 - 07:40PKX-SYD

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08:45 - 01:00SYD-XIY

18h 15m1 stop

11:00 - 08:25XIY-SYD

19h 25m1 stop

$591China Southern

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10:15 - 22:30SYD-NKG

14h 15m1 stop

16:45 - 08:25NKG-SYD

13h 40m1 stop

$591China Southern

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21:00 - 10:25SYD-CAN

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13:00 - 15:15CAN-SYD

23h 15m1 stop

$602Hainan Airlines

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21:00 - 14:50SYD-PEK

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17h 15m1 stop

$605Hainan Airlines

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12:30 - 14:35SYD-SHA

29h 05m1 stop

12:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD

19h 15m1 stop

$630XiamenAir

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11:25 - 12:50SYD-SHA

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21:10 - 09:20SHA-SYD

34h 10m1 stop

$655XiamenAir

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20:20 - 14:15SYD-PEK

19h 55m1 stop

20:15 - 14:15PEK-SYD

16h 00m1 stop

$659Sichuan Airlines

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21:25 - 15:15SYD-PVG

20h 50m1 stop

16:30 - 14:40PVG-SYD

19h 10m1 stop

$659Sichuan Airlines

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XiamenAir flights from Sydney to China

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XiamenAir

7 Nov

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 05m

1 stop

SHA14:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16 Nov

SHA12:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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1 Sept

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m

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SHA12:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 Sept

SHA21:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 10m

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SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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12 Sept

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 15m

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SHA22:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19 Sept

SHA10:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Southern

18 Aug

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 35m

1 stop

SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

21 Aug

SHA18:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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12 Aug

SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m

1 stop

NKG11:30Nanjing Lukou Intl

21 Aug

NKG13:45Nanjing Lukou Intl

27h 40m

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11 Aug

SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 40m

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PKX15:55Beijing Daxing Intl

14 Aug

PKX21:30Beijing Daxing Intl

19h 55m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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1 stop24h 15m

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11:20-10:35

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Sat 20/9

21:00-07:40

2 stops32h 40m

$502

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SYD - XIY

SYDXIY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/8

08:45-01:00

1 stop18h 15m

Xi'an Xianyang

Sun 24/8

11:00-08:25

1 stop19h 25m

$591

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SYD - NKG

SYDNKG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

10:15-22:30

1 stop14h 15m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

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16:45-08:25

1 stop13h 40m

$591

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SYDCAN

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Thu 18/9

21:00-10:25

1 stop15h 25m

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Mon 20/10

13:00-15:15

1 stop23h 15m

$602

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SYDPEK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/9

21:00-14:50

1 stop19h 50m

Beijing Capital

Mon 22/9

19:00-14:15

1 stop17h 15m

$605

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SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

12:30-14:35

1 stop29h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

$630

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SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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11:25-12:50

1 stop27h 25m

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21:10-09:20

1 stop34h 10m

$655

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SYD - PEK

SYDPEK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/9

20:20-14:15

1 stop19h 55m

Beijing Capital

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20:15-14:15

1 stop16h 00m

$659

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SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

21:25-15:15

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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16:30-14:40

1 stop19h 10m

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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 March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $851.

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 $1,281. The most expensive day to fly to China is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,401.

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 $810 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,348.

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 $877 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 $768 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 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to China flight.

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Best price found	$276
Fastest flight time	9h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in China	10 airports

The best one-way flight to China from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $276. The best return flight deal from Sydney to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $432.

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

Direct flights go from Sydney to China every day.

There are 10 airports near China: Shenzhen (SZX), Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), Chengdu (CTU), Beijing Capital (PEK), Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN), Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), Nanjing Lukou Intl (NKG), Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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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 19 as of August 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 31.46% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A350-900 at 27.80%, Airbus A330-300 at 15.79%, and Airbus A380-800 at 8.91%.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to China

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Air China	PriceFrom $202	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 93 reviews	Search Air China flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $273	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Scoot	PriceFrom $357	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 308 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $415	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 43 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $432	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 952 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $441	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 14 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $476	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 159 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $482	Free cancellation	Rating 3.0 2 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Tianjin Airlines	PriceFrom $522	Free cancellation	Rating 10.0 2 reviews	Search Tianjin Airlines flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom $537	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 3 reviews	Search Juneyao 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.

How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to China?

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to China

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $851.

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 $1,281. The most expensive day to fly to China is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,401.

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 $810 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,348.

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

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Beijing Daxing Intl for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - China flight prices

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 13% 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?

AirAsia X, Beijing Capital Airlines, and Scoot are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to China

Which airlines fly to China?

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

The number of flights available between Sydney and China is 14 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00, with 52% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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

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

Cheap Sydney to China flight deals and tips

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

What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to China?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to China

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sydney to China?

Can I find flights from Sydney to China with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to China?

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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