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Cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai from $386

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08:45 - 11:25SYD-SHA
28h 40m1 stop
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07:55 - 06:25SHA-SYD
20h 30m1 stop
$559China Southern
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Mon, 4 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
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08:45 - 22:20SYD-SHA
15h 35m1 stop
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18:50 - 19:40SHA-SYD
22h 50m1 stop
$607China Southern
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Thu, 31 Jul - Mon, 18 Aug
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08:45 - 13:25SYD-SHA
30h 40m1 stop
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18:50 - 19:40SHA-SYD
22h 50m1 stop
$609China Southern
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Thu, 31 Jul - Tue, 19 Aug
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08:45 - 08:50SYD-SHA
26h 05m1 stop
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21:50 - 19:25SHA-SYD
19h 35m1 stop
$611China Southern
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Thu, 31 Jul - Tue, 19 Aug
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11:25 - 17:00SYD-SHA
31h 35m1 stop
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21:55 - 09:20SHA-SYD
33h 25m1 stop
$656XiamenAir
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Tue, 29 Jul - Fri, 15 Aug
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12:30 - 18:00SYD-SHA
32h 30m1 stop
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18:10 - 10:55SHA-SYD
13h 45m1 stop
$667Hong Kong Airlines
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Wed, 15 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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11:25 - 17:00SYD-SHA
31h 35m1 stop
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21:55 - 09:20SHA-SYD
33h 25m1 stop
$713XiamenAir
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Sun, 27 Jul - Tue, 12 Aug
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11:30 - 18:00SYD-SHA
32h 30m1 stop
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18:10 - 10:55SHA-SYD
13h 45m1 stop
$722Hong Kong Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
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19:45 - 10:00SYD-SHA
16h 15m1 stop
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19:25 - 14:50SHA-SYD
17h 25m1 stop
$736Air China
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Wed, 30 Jul - Wed, 20 Aug
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07:40 - 20:55SYD-SHA
15h 15m1 stop
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13:20 - 11:25SHA-SYD
20h 05m2 stops
$797Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 14 Aug - Thu, 21 Aug

China Southern flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best China Southern deals on Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
China Southern
4 Aug
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 40m
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SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24 Aug
SHA07:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 30m
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SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
31 July
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 35m
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SHA22:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18 Aug
SHA18:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 50m
1 stop
SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
31 July
SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 40m
1 stop
SHA13:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19 Aug
SHA18:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 50m
1 stop
SYD19:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

XiamenAir flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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XiamenAir
29 July
SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 35m
1 stop
SHA17:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15 Aug
SHA21:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 25m
1 stop
SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
XiamenAir
27 July
SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 35m
1 stop
SHA17:00Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
12 Aug
SHA21:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 25m
1 stop
SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
XiamenAir
22 Oct
SYD12:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 15m
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SHA22:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
7 Nov
SHA14:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 15m
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SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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

In general, February 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 $655. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Sydney during May instead. Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $693.

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 $797. The most expensive day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $938.

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 $783. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $970 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 $877 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 $752 on momondo.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 47% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

$386

Fastest flight time

13h 15m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $386. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $559.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 13h 15m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • 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 15m 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?

  • 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?


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Hong Kong AirlinesPriceFrom $645Free cancellationRating
5.5
17 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $653Free cancellationRating
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