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China Southern Logo
09:20 - 21:10SYD-SHA
14h 50m1 stop
China Southern Logo
14:50 - 20:20SHA-SYD
26h 30m1 stop
$654China Southern
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Mon, 27 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 10:30SYD-PVG
16h 30m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
11:35 - 14:55PVG-SYD
24h 20m1 stop
$655Hainan Airlines
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Sat, 25 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
AirAsia X Logo
22:15 - 00:20SYD-PVG
29h 05m1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
01:35 - 20:35PVG-SYD
16h 00m1 stop
$657AirAsia X
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Sat, 25 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
AirAsia X Logo
21:50 - 00:20SYD-PVG
29h 30m1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
06:00 - 09:15PVG-SYD
24h 15m1 stop
$661AirAsia X
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Mon, 27 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:20 - 13:50SYD-PVG
19h 30m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:30 - 14:40PVG-SYD
19h 10m1 stop
$678Sichuan Airlines
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Thu, 16 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 15:15SYD-PVG
20h 50m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:30 - 14:40PVG-SYD
19h 10m1 stop
$679Sichuan Airlines
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Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:25 - 22:40SYD-SHA
13h 15m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
10:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD
21h 15m1 stop
$699XiamenAir
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Tue, 21 Oct - Thu, 13 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
11:25 - 22:40SYD-SHA
13h 15m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
12:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD
19h 15m1 stop
$708XiamenAir
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Mon, 29 Sep - Tue, 28 Oct
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:20 - 15:40SYD-PVG
30h 20m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
09:10 - 10:55PVG-SYD
22h 45m1 stop
$709Hong Kong Airlines
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Sun, 19 Oct - Thu, 13 Nov
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:20 - 14:55SYD-SHA
29h 35m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
16:55 - 10:55SHA-SYD
15h 00m1 stop
$764Hong Kong Airlines
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Tue, 14 Oct - Sun, 23 Nov

China Southern flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Our best China Southern deals on Sydney to Shanghai flight tickets
China Southern
27 Oct
SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 50m
1 stop
SHA21:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
5 Nov
SHA14:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26h 30m
1 stop
SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
1 Oct
SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 05m
1 stop
SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30 Nov
SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 05m
1 stop
SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
27 Oct
SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:20Shanghai Pu Dong
5 Nov
PVG20:25Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 55m
1 stop
SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

XiamenAir flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Our best XiamenAir deals on Sydney to Shanghai flight tickets
XiamenAir
21 Oct
SYD12:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 15m
1 stop
SHA22:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13 Nov
SHA10:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
21h 15m
1 stop
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
XiamenAir
29 Sept
SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 15m
1 stop
SHA22:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
28 Oct
SHA12:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 15m
1 stop
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
XiamenAir
20 Oct
SYD12:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 25m
1 stop
SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
26 Oct
SHA07:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 00m
1 stop
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

09:20-21:10

1 stop14h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/11

14:50-20:20

1 stop26h 30m

$654

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

21:00-10:30

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/11

11:35-14:55

1 stop24h 20m

$655

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

22:15-00:20

1 stop29h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/11

01:35-20:35

1 stop16h 00m

$657

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

21:50-00:20

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 31/10

06:00-09:15

1 stop24h 15m

$661

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/10

21:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/11

16:30-14:40

1 stop19h 10m

$678

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

21:25-15:15

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 29/11

16:30-14:40

1 stop19h 10m

$679

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/10

12:25-22:40

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 13/11

10:10-10:25

1 stop21h 15m

$699

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/9

11:25-22:40

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

$708

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

12:20-15:40

1 stop30h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 13/11

09:10-10:55

1 stop22h 45m

$709

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

12:20-14:55

1 stop29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 23/11

16:55-10:55

1 stop15h 00m

$764

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Sydney is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $828, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $828.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Shanghai is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $1,233. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Shanghai on Saturday is $1,339.

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 $789. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,295.

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

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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 $866 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 $747 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

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

1 airport
The fastest flight from Sydney to Shanghai takes 10h 05m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Shanghai every day.
There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai by plane?

    There are 7874.1 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Shanghai. 10h 30m 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.

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  • 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.

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Air ChinaPriceFrom $196Free cancellationRating
7.2
99 reviews
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AirAsia XPriceFrom $266Free cancellationRating
6.4
43 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom $404Free cancellationRating
8.2
45 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $420Free cancellationRating
7.6
993 reviews
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Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $429Free cancellationRating
7.8
19 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $460Free cancellationRating
7.5
110 reviews
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Beijing Capital AirlinesPriceFrom $469Free cancellationRating
3.0
2 reviews
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XiamenAirPriceFrom $574Free cancellationRating
6.6
41 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $616Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,365 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $618Free cancellationRating
7.2
911 reviews
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