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

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

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

Air China is the most popular carrier operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

China Eastern, China Southern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Sydney according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

49 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to Shanghai as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How often are flights from Sydney to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between Sydney and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

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. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

The number of flights available between Sydney and Shanghai is 7 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 63% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai is 17 as of December 2025.

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

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 Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$12 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Shanghai in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,151 to $1,669. The lowest price recently found on this route was $697.

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Direct

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

21:45 - 13:00

SYD

PVG

17h 15m1 stop

21:55 - 19:40

PVG

SYD

19h 45m1 stop

$697China Southern

Mon, 25 May - Sun, 7 Jun

20:40 - 19:05

SYD

PVG

25h 25m2 stops

11:10 - 15:30

PVG

SYD

25h 20m2 stops

$703Air China

Sun, 15 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

10:15 - 01:00

SYD

PVG

16h 45m1 stop

02:15 - 07:20

PVG

SYD

27h 05m1 stop

$706VietJet Air

Sat, 23 May - Sun, 7 Jun

12:30 - 14:35

SYD

SHA

29h 05m1 stop

08:10 - 09:20

SHA

SYD

23h 10m1 stop

$708XiamenAir

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 3 Jun

10:15 - 01:00

SYD

PVG

16h 45m1 stop

02:15 - 07:20

PVG

SYD

27h 05m1 stop

$708VietJet Air

Sun, 24 May - Mon, 8 Jun

08:10 - 00:45

SYD

PVG

19h 35m1 stop

22:50 - 20:20

PVG

SYD

18h 30m1 stop

$714China Southern

Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 3 Mar

11:25 - 00:45

SYD

PVG

16h 20m1 stop

13:35 - 07:30

PVG

SYD

14h 55m1 stop

$715China Southern

Tue, 10 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

09:20 - 21:10

SYD

SHA

14h 50m1 stop

21:50 - 20:20

SHA

SYD

19h 30m1 stop

$717China Southern

Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

10:05 - 00:20

SYD

PVG

16h 15m1 stop

21:55 - 19:40

PVG

SYD

19h 45m1 stop

$718China Southern

Tue, 12 May - Fri, 22 May

20:40 - 23:20

SYD

PVG

29h 40m1 stop

20:10 - 15:30

PVG

SYD

40h 20m2 stops

$727Air China

Mon, 16 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

XiamenAir flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Our best XiamenAir deals on Sydney to Shanghai flight tickets

XiamenAir

3 Mar

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 05m

1 stop

SHA14:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 June

SHA08:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$708

Find similar

XiamenAir

20 Mar

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 20m

1 stop

SHA22:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 June

SHA16:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$758

Find similar

XiamenAir

28 Feb

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 10m

1 stop

SHA12:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 June

SHA16:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$929

Find similar

Hainan Airlines flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on Sydney to Shanghai flight tickets

Hainan Airlines

22 Jan

SYD21:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 55m

1 stop

SHA22:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26 Jan

SHA09:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$927

Find similar

Hainan Airlines

8 Jan

SYD21:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 55m

1 stop

SHA22:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Mar

SHA09:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$971

Find similar

Hainan Airlines

31 Dec

SYD21:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 30m

1 stop

PVG10:30Shanghai Pu Dong

14 Jan

PVG11:35Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 20m

1 stop

SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,208

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

21:45-13:00

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

21:55-19:40

1 stop19h 45m

$697

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/2

20:40-19:05

2 stops25h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/2

11:10-15:30

2 stops25h 20m

$703

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

10:15-01:00

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/6

02:15-07:20

1 stop27h 05m

$706

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

12:30-14:35

1 stop29h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/6

08:10-09:20

1 stop23h 10m

$708

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

10:15-01:00

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/6

02:15-07:20

1 stop27h 05m

$708

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/1

08:10-00:45

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/3

22:50-20:20

1 stop18h 30m

$714

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

11:25-00:45

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/3

13:35-07:30

1 stop14h 55m

$715

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/3

09:20-21:10

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 12/3

21:50-20:20

1 stop19h 30m

$717

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/5

10:05-00:20

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 22/5

21:55-19:40

1 stop19h 45m

$718

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/2

20:40-23:20

1 stop29h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 24/2

20:10-15:30

2 stops40h 20m

$727

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Shanghai

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

Prices

Airlines

Delays

Other information

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Sydney is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $832, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $855.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Shanghai is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,203. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Friday is $1,326.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the afternoon. Flights from Sydney to Shanghai during this time can be as low as $793. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,268.

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

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - Shanghai flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $871 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Sydney for as low as $703 on momondo.

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

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

Cheap Sydney to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time	10h 05m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The fastest flight from Sydney to Shanghai takes 10h 05m

Direct flights go from Sydney to Shanghai on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Sydney there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

Search flight deals

How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai by plane?
There are 7874.1 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Shanghai. 10h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai is 17 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai?
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 Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sydney to Shanghai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $276	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $353	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 58 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $421	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $423	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,099 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $463	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 122 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $472	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $552	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 283 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $578	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $622	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 943 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $627	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,414 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

Why use momondo?

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

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Sydney to Shanghai. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

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

Yes. All flights to Shanghai from Sydney on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Shanghai from Sydney. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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

If you are not ready to book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Shanghai and let you know when they change.

An easier way to manage your Shanghai trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Mon 19/1

Mon 26/1

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to China

Cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai from $411

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Shanghai departing on 5/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Cheap return flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last-minute flights

Cheap direct flights

XiamenAir flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Our best XiamenAir deals on Sydney to Shanghai flight tickets

Hainan Airlines flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Our best Hainan Airlines deals on Sydney to Shanghai flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Shanghai that are best for you.

See travel insights to Shanghai from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Shanghai

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

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

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the afternoon. Flights from Sydney to Shanghai during this time can be as low as $793. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,268.

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

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - Shanghai flight prices

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai?

Air China is the most popular carrier operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

How often are flights from Sydney to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between Sydney and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Shanghai 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. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Shanghai 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 Shanghai on average per day?

The number of flights available between Sydney and Shanghai is 7 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 63% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

49 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to Shanghai as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Cheap Sydney to Shanghai flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in Shanghai

How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai by plane?

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sydney to Shanghai with momondo

Why use momondo?

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

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

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

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

An easier way to manage your Shanghai trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to China

Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 30.4 km from Shanghai