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

XiamenAir, China Eastern, and Hainan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai

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 November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 57% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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 19 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?

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

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 19 as of November 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.

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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 $910 to $1,416. The lowest price recently found on this route was $678.

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12:30 - 22:50SYD-SHA

13h 20m1 stop

14:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD

17h 15m1 stop

$678XiamenAir

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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

13:30 - 16:05SYD-PVG

29h 35m2 stops

08:35 - 11:00PVG-SYD

23h 25m2 stops

$678China Eastern

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Thu, 13 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov

13:30 - 10:05SYD-SHA

23h 35m1 stop

16:10 - 11:00SHA-SYD

15h 50m1 stop

$680China Eastern

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Thu, 13 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov

13:30 - 09:15SYD-PVG

22h 45m2 stops

11:55 - 11:00PVG-SYD

20h 05m2 stops

$683China Eastern

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Thu, 13 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov

11:25 - 22:40SYD-SHA

13h 15m1 stop

16:10 - 09:20SHA-SYD

15h 10m1 stop

$704XiamenAir

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Sun, 26 Apr - Sat, 30 May

11:25 - 13:20SYD-SHA

28h 55m1 stop

12:25 - 20:20SHA-SYD

28h 55m2 stops

$868China Southern

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Fri, 14 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov

11:25 - 22:15SYD-SHA

13h 50m1 stop

15:50 - 09:25SHA-SYD

14h 35m1 stop

$903China Southern

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21:00 - 22:55SYD-SHA

28h 55m1 stop

09:00 - 15:20SHA-SYD

27h 20m1 stop

$950Hainan Airlines

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15:15 - 12:20SYD-SHA

24h 05m1 stop

13:35 - 07:15SHA-SYD

14h 40m1 stop

$973Cathay Pacific

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15:15 - 12:20SYD-SHA

24h 05m1 stop

13:35 - 07:15SHA-SYD

14h 40m1 stop

$976Cathay Pacific

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XiamenAir flights from Sydney to Shanghai

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XiamenAir

12 Nov

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 20m

1 stop

SHA22:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Dec

SHA14:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 15m

1 stop

SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$678

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XiamenAir

26 Apr

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 15m

1 stop

SHA22:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 May

SHA16:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 10m

1 stop

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$704

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XiamenAir

10 Nov

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 20m

1 stop

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

11 Dec

SHA16:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$716

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China Southern

14 Nov

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 55m

1 stop

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Nov

SHA12:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 55m

2 stops

SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Southern

25 Mar

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 50m

1 stop

SHA22:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Apr

SHA15:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$903

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China Southern

25 Mar

SYD22:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 15m

1 stop

SHA14:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Apr

SHA14:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$906

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Wed 12/11

12:30-22:50

1 stop13h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

14:10-10:25

1 stop17h 15m

$678

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SYD - PVG

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/11

13:30-16:05

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 28/11

08:35-11:00

2 stops23h 25m

$678

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SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/11

13:30-10:05

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 28/11

16:10-11:00

1 stop15h 50m

$680

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SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/11

13:30-09:15

2 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 28/11

11:55-11:00

2 stops20h 05m

$683

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SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

11:25-22:40

1 stop13h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 30/5

16:10-09:20

1 stop15h 10m

$704

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SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

11:25-13:20

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 17/11

12:25-20:20

2 stops28h 55m

$868

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SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/3

11:25-22:15

1 stop13h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/4

15:50-09:25

1 stop14h 35m

$903

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/12

21:00-22:55

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 14/12

09:00-15:20

1 stop27h 20m

$950

SydneyShanghai

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

15:15-12:20

1 stop24h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 25/2

13:35-07:15

1 stop14h 40m

$973

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SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

15:15-12:20

1 stop24h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 25/2

13:35-07:15

1 stop14h 40m

$976

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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 $840, 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 $843.

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 $1,234. 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 $1,352.

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 $801. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,300.

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 $876 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 $695 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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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai by plane?
There are 7874.1 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Shanghai. 10h 10m 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 19 as of November 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.

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Air China	PriceFrom $200	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 122 reviews	Search Air China flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $279	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $357	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 50 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $427	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,045 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $436	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $458	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 119 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $478	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $557	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 278 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $583	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $622	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,391 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Shanghai

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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 $801. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Shanghai is in the evening when prices are around $1,300.

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?

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?

XiamenAir, China Eastern, and Hainan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

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 November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00, with 57% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

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

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