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

Flights via Haikou (HAK) offer the lowest average return price of $516.

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

Xiamen (XMN) was the most common stop: 26% 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?

China Southern, Hong Kong Airlines, and Hainan Airlines 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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

As of September 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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28h 55m1 stop

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China Southern flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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China Southern

8 Nov

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 00m

1 stop

SHA23:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

15 Nov

SHA20:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20h 30m

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SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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20 Oct

SYD09:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 35m

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17 Nov

SHA21:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 30m

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17 Nov

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 50m

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21 Nov

SHA11:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 05m

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21 Oct

SYD12:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 15m

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SHA10:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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31 Oct

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

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7 Nov

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30 Sept

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 25m

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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 $681. 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 $699.

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 $783. The most expensive day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $922.

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 $770. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $953 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 $864 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 $746 on momondo.

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

As of September 2025, prices for Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 5% 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 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?
As of September 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 25%, XiamenAir with 15%, and Cathay Pacific with 6%.

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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $458	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 43 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Beijing Capital Airlines	PriceFrom $468	Free cancellation	Rating 3.0 2 reviews	Search Beijing Capital Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom $469	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 45 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $474	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 19 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $484	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 110 reviews	Search China Southern flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $576	Free cancellation	Rating 6.6 41 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $617	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,365 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $617	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 911 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Hong Kong Airlines	PriceFrom $623	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 19 reviews	Search Hong Kong Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $647	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 101 reviews	Search Air China 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 $770. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $953 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 September 2025, prices for Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 5% 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?

China Southern, Hong Kong Airlines, and Hainan Airlines 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: 26% 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 Haikou (HAK) offer the lowest average return price of $516.

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 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?

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

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

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Can I find flights from Sydney to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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