Cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai from $381

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China Southern Logo
09:20 - 23:20SYD-SHA
17h 00m1 stop
China Southern Logo
16:50 - 20:20SHA-SYD
24h 30m1 stop
$668China Southern
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Thu, 6 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 22:55SYD-SHA
28h 55m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
09:00 - 14:55SHA-SYD
26h 55m1 stop
$670Hainan Airlines
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Tue, 14 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 15:15SYD-PVG
20h 50m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:30 - 14:40PVG-SYD
19h 10m1 stop
$682Sichuan Airlines
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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 15:15SYD-PVG
20h 50m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
16:30 - 14:40PVG-SYD
19h 10m1 stop
$685Sichuan Airlines
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Sat, 1 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:30 - 12:40SYD-SHA
27h 10m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
12:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD
19h 15m1 stop
$711XiamenAir
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Mon, 27 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:20 - 18:00SYD-SHA
32h 40m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
18:10 - 10:55SHA-SYD
13h 45m1 stop
$746Hong Kong Airlines
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Thu, 16 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:20 - 15:40SYD-PVG
30h 20m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
16:50 - 10:55PVG-SYD
15h 05m1 stop
$746Hong Kong Airlines
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Thu, 16 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:25 - 12:50SYD-SHA
27h 25m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
10:10 - 10:20SHA-SYD
21h 10m1 stop
$805XiamenAir
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Mon, 13 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
Air China Logo
20:40 - 09:55SYD-SHA
16h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
21:30 - 15:30SHA-SYD
15h 00m1 stop
$824Air China
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Tue, 28 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Air China Logo
20:40 - 13:15SYD-SHA
19h 35m1 stop
Air China Logo
20:25 - 15:30SHA-SYD
16h 05m1 stop
$884Air China
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Sun, 19 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

Sichuan Airlines flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Our best Sichuan Airlines deals on Sydney to Shanghai flight tickets
Sichuan Airlines
1 Nov
SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 50m
1 stop
PVG15:15Shanghai Pu Dong
8 Nov
PVG16:30Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 10m
1 stop
SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sichuan Airlines
1 Nov
SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 50m
1 stop
PVG15:15Shanghai Pu Dong
8 Nov
PVG16:30Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 10m
1 stop
SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sichuan Airlines
29 Oct
SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 50m
1 stop
PVG15:15Shanghai Pu Dong
27 Dec
PVG16:30Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 10m
1 stop
SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Shanghai

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Malaysia Airlines
18 Oct
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 55m
1 stop
PVG00:05Shanghai Pu Dong
4 Nov
PVG02:15Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 40m
1 stop
SYD07:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
Malaysia Airlines
4 Sept
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 10m
1 stop
PVG14:15Shanghai Pu Dong
22 Sept
PVG01:05Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 55m
1 stop
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
Malaysia Airlines
4 Sept
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 05m
1 stop
PVG14:15Shanghai Pu Dong
22 Sept
PVG01:05Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 55m
1 stop
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/11

09:20-23:20

1 stop17h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 20/11

16:50-20:20

1 stop24h 30m

$668

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

21:00-22:55

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/11

09:00-14:55

1 stop26h 55m

$670

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

21:25-15:15

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/11

16:30-14:40

1 stop19h 10m

$682

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

21:25-15:15

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/11

16:30-14:40

1 stop19h 10m

$685

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

12:30-12:40

1 stop27h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

12:10-10:25

1 stop19h 15m

$711

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/10

12:20-18:00

1 stop32h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/11

18:10-10:55

1 stop13h 45m

$746

SydneyShanghai

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/10

12:20-15:40

1 stop30h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/11

16:50-10:55

1 stop15h 05m

$746

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/10

12:25-12:50

1 stop27h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 20/10

10:10-10:20

1 stop21h 10m

$804

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/10

20:40-09:55

1 stop16h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 1/11

21:30-15:30

1 stop15h 00m

$824

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

20:40-13:15

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/11

20:25-15:30

1 stop16h 05m

$884

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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 $841, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $846.

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 $1,259. 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 $1,376.

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 $802. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,327.

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 $1,032 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 $870 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.

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

Fastest flight time

9h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

1 airport
The fastest flight from Sydney to Shanghai takes 9h 30m
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 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.

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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 $200Free cancellationRating
7.3
96 reviews
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AirAsia XPriceFrom $271Free cancellationRating
6.4
43 reviews
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Hainan AirlinesPriceFrom $411Free cancellationRating
8.2
45 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $427Free cancellationRating
7.6
977 reviews
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Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $436Free cancellationRating
7.8
17 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $467Free cancellationRating
7.5
109 reviews
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Beijing Capital AirlinesPriceFrom $477Free cancellationRating
3.0
2 reviews
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XiamenAirPriceFrom $584Free cancellationRating
6.6
41 reviews
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $611Free cancellationRating
7.2
905 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $626Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,352 reviews
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