Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the lowest average return price of $526.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

China Southern, China Eastern and XiamenAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Sydney according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 19 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Beijing (PEK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 25m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Xiamen (XMN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 17m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Xiamen (XMN) was the most common stop: 28% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport refresh daily.

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As of October 2025, there are 19 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $655 to $960. The lowest price recently found on this route was $676.

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12:30 - 08:50SYD-SHA

23h 20m1 stop

07:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD

24h 15m1 stop

$676XiamenAir

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Wed, 12 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov

11:25 - 22:15SYD-SHA

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12:35 - 07:30SHA-SYD

15h 55m1 stop

$682China Southern

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15:15 - 09:15SYD-SHA

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29h 45m1 stop

$691China Southern

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12:30 - 12:40SYD-SHA

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07:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD

24h 15m1 stop

$693XiamenAir

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09:20 - 23:20SYD-SHA

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10:50 - 06:35SHA-SYD

16h 45m1 stop

$700China Southern

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12:30 - 08:50SYD-SHA

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21:00 - 22:55SYD-SHA

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26h 55m1 stop

$729Hainan Airlines

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12:35 - 16:50SYD-SHA

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18:10 - 10:55SHA-SYD

13h 45m1 stop

$763Hong Kong Airlines

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20:40 - 13:55SYD-SHA

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20:40 - 15:00SYD-SHA

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15h 00m1 stop

$772Air China

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China Southern flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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China Southern

15 Mar

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 50m

1 stop

SHA22:15Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22 Mar

SHA12:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15h 55m

1 stop

SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Southern

3 Nov

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 30m

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SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

7 Nov

SHA08:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 30m

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SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$688

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13 Feb

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 00m

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1 Mar

SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 45m

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SYD06:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

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XiamenAir

8 Nov

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 20m

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SHA22:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18 Nov

SHA18:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 15m

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SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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12 Nov

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 20m

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14 Nov

SHA07:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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10 Nov

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 10m

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SHA12:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20 Nov

SHA07:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 15m

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12:30-08:50

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21:00-22:55

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12:35-16:50

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Sun 9/11

20:40-13:55

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Mon 17/11

19:30-15:30

1 stop17h 00m

$767

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Sun 9/11

20:40-15:00

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21:30-15:30

1 stop15h 00m

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $688. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Sydney during February instead. Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $708.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $791. The most expensive day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $931.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $778. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $963 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $870 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Sydney for as low as $693 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?
Sydney Kingsford Smith and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are 7879.2 km apart from one another. 13h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 19 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sydney and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, the leading airline is China Southern, making up 33% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include China Eastern with 24%, XiamenAir with 16%, and Cathay Pacific with 6%.

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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $459	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $463	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 50 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $473	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $475	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $486	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 117 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $553	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 278 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $582	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $620	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,388 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $624	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 929 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom $631	Free cancellation	Rating 5.6 152 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $778. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $963 per ticket.

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

How have Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Xiamen (XMN) was the most common stop: 28% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the lowest average return price of $526.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Xiamen (XMN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 17m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Beijing (PEK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 25m.

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

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What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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