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Cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai from $296

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SYD — SHA
19 May — 26 May1
1 adult
Sun 19/5
Sun 26/5

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai are usually found in March or May, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$822

One-way from

$345
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Sydney to Shanghai?

Wednesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 17%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai?

To save on the cost of your flight from Sydney to Shanghai, book at least 45 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 39% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $860 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,117.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Shanghai from Sydney. Prices for October average $937 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $464. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a October flight can save you 58% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Shanghai (SYD - SHA)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Sydney to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap XiamenAir flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by XiamenAir for the route between Sydney and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Find some of the cheapest XiamenAir flights travelling from Sydney to Shanghai. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Mon 27/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop25h 35mXiamenAir
Mon 3/612:10SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$582
Sat 25/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Sat 22/614:10SHA - SYD
1 stop17h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$584
Tue 21/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Fri 28/608:10SHA - SYD
1 stop23h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 13/5$587
Mon 27/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Mon 10/610:10SHA - SYD
1 stop21h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$588
Thu 8/811:25SYD - SHA
1 stop25h 35mXiamenAir
Thu 29/812:10SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$591
Wed 17/711:25SYD - SHA
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Mon 2/914:10SHA - SYD
1 stop17h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$593
Fri 24/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Sat 15/616:10SHA - SYD
1 stop15h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$656
Sat 25/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Tue 4/621:00SHA - SYD
1 stop34h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$667
Tue 15/1012:25SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Thu 31/1016:10SHA - SYD
1 stop15h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$671

Cheap Hainan Airlines flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Hainan Airlines for the route between Sydney and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Hainan Airlines flights travelling from Sydney to Shanghai. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 15/1020:00SYD - SHA
1 stop29h 55mHainan Airlines
Fri 1/1109:00SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/5$481
Tue 15/1020:00SYD - PVG
1 stop26h 25mHainan Airlines
Fri 1/1111:35PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/5$508
Tue 2/720:00SYD - PVG
1 stop22h 10mHainan Airlines
Wed 18/920:30PVG - SYD
1 stop15h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/5$635
Tue 21/520:00SYD - PVG
1 stop22h 10mHainan Airlines
Fri 28/620:30PVG - SYD
1 stop15h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 13/5$729

Cheap Sydney to Shanghai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sydney to Shanghai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Prices were last updated on 14 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 27/511:05SYD - PVG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/606:40PVG - SYD
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$490
Mon 3/611:05SYD - PVG
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/613:40PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$496
Mon 27/516:20SYD - PVG
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/617:20PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$525
Mon 27/511:05SYD - PVG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/613:10PVG - SYD
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$531
Thu 30/520:00SYD - PVG
1 stop25h 25mHainan Airlines
Mon 10/620:30PVG - SYD
1 stop15h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 13/5$549
Mon 27/508:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 30mChina Southern
Fri 31/522:00SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$555
Mon 3/608:45SYD - SHA
1 stop27h 30mChina Southern
Sun 9/607:55SHA - SYD
1 stop20h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$559
Mon 10/608:45SYD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
Mon 17/621:55PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 13/5$559
Mon 27/511:05SYD - PVG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/506:55PVG - SYD
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$568

Sydney to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sydney and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Shanghai in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 15/1020:00SYD - SHA
1 stop29h 55mHainan Airlines
Fri 1/1109:00SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 13/5$481
Mon 27/511:05SYD - PVG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/606:40PVG - SYD
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$490
Mon 3/611:05SYD - PVG
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/613:40PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$496
Tue 15/1020:00SYD - PVG
1 stop26h 25mHainan Airlines
Fri 1/1111:35PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 13/5$502
Tue 15/1020:00SYD - PVG
1 stop26h 25mHainan Airlines
Fri 1/1111:35PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/5$508
Mon 27/516:20SYD - PVG
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/617:20PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$525
Mon 27/511:05SYD - PVG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/613:10PVG - SYD
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$531
Thu 30/520:00SYD - PVG
1 stop25h 25mHainan Airlines
Mon 10/620:30PVG - SYD
1 stop15h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 13/5$549
Sun 20/1011:05SYD - PVG
1 stop36h 25mChina Southern
Sat 16/1119:30PVG - SYD
1 stop22h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$553

Direct flights to Shanghai from Sydney

Discover direct flight options from Sydney to Shanghai. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Sydney to Shanghai. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Sydney to Shanghai should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Sun 20/1021:30SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Fri 15/1120:20PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/5$856
Mon 27/509:30SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 9/619:50PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/5$859
Thu 30/509:30SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 8/619:50PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$860
Thu 30/509:30SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 9/619:50PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/5$862
Sun 20/1021:30SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 14/1100:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/5$866
Tue 2/711:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 17/900:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/5$868
Tue 15/1012:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 31/1020:20PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/5$874
Mon 27/520:30SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 40mChina Eastern
Thu 30/500:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/5$877
Tue 15/1012:00SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 31/1000:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/5$881

Sydney to Shanghai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Sydney to Shanghai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Sydney to Shanghai. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 24/511:55SYD - PVG
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/601:35PVG - SYD
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$585
Tue 21/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Fri 28/608:10SHA - SYD
1 stop23h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 13/5$587
Fri 24/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop13h 15mXiamenAir
Sat 15/616:10SHA - SYD
1 stop15h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$656
Sun 19/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/518:50SHA - SYD
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$658
Sun 19/512:00SYD - PVG
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/501:35PVG - SYD
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$694
Fri 24/511:55SYD - PVG
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/615:10PVG - SYD
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$702
Fri 24/511:55SYD - PVG
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/601:35PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$705
Sun 19/512:35SYD - PVG
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/501:35PVG - SYD
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5$712
Sun 19/520:20SYD - PVG
1 stop17h 30mSichuan Airlines
Thu 20/615:10PVG - SYD
1 stop21h 05mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 14/5$718

One-way flights to Shanghai from Sydney

Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Sydney to Shanghai. Those needing a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai can use the search form above.
Mon 3/611:05SYD - PVG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$296
Fri 7/610:05SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$301
Fri 7/610:05SYD - SHA
1 stop27h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$302
Fri 7/610:05SYD - PVG
1 stop28h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$302
Sun 9/610:05SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$313
Sun 9/610:05SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$314
Mon 17/609:45SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 35mAirAsia X
Deal found 14/5$318
Fri 7/610:05SYD - PVG
1 stop28h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 14/5$324
Mon 15/711:25SYD - SHA
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 14/5$328

Find flights from Sydney to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

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$481 - $788

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Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/10

1 stop29h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 1/11

1 stop26h 55m

$481

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Pu Dong

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/6

1 stop27h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/6

1 stop23h 55m

$494

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Pu Dong

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/10

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 16/11

1 stop22h 10m

$553

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Hongqiao Intl

SYD - SHA

SYDSHA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/5

1 stop25h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/6

1 stop19h 10m

$582

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Pu Dong

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/5

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/6

1 stop16h 25m

$603

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Pu Dong

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/6

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 19/6

1 stop14h 45m

$670

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Pu Dong

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/5

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 16/6

1 stop23h 05m

$682

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Pu Dong

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/5

2 stops33h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 14/6

2 stops21h 15m

$767

Sydney Kingsford SmithShanghai Pu Dong

SYD - PVG

SYDPVG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/8

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/8

1 stop16h 35m

$788

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Deals found on 14/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Shanghai by month

Plan your trip from Sydney to Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sydney to Shanghai is currently $311 while a return flight costs $624. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai (average of $429). Flying from Sydney to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $894). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$962

February

$783

March

$739

April

$699

May

$765

June

$866

July

$909

August

$782

September

$862

October

$649

November

$739

December

$1,352

Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

4 - 28 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 14 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about XiamenAir, Hainan Airlines and Air China. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
911 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
911 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
911 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,450 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
911 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,086 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
911 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
969 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
911 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

Vietnam Airlines
7.7
Good
292 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
911 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The business class cabin is really nice - EXCEPT the two interior seats have no divider between them - which makes for a bad experience -especially when the person next to you coughs excessively with no protection. Basically, the person is looking at you and coughing at you the WHOLE FLIGHT. Most major airlines have a sliding divider you can close for privacy and safety reasons. The window seats do not have this problem - so if you book business class and are traveling solo - make sure to get a window seat - I didn't and regretted it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai. On average, Kingsford Smith has 2 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 21 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Sydney to Shanghai for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Shanghai for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Hainan Airlines for just $481, but on average you can expect to pay $553.

  • Are there direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai under $900. A good price for a direct flight from Sydney to Shanghai is less than $897.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Shanghai for under $600?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Sydney to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on Hainan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $481. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and XiamenAir, with the lowest prices starting at $553 and $582, respectively. Hainan Airlines is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Shanghai one-way?

    $301 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on AirAsia X and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $318 and $328, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Sichuan Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Air China are the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to Shanghai.

  • What does SYD to SHA mean?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is SYD and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is SHA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Shanghai?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Shanghai is Guangzhou. Guangzhou is followed by Xiamen in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Sydney to Shanghai. Shenzhen sees the third most stopovers on flights from Sydney to Shanghai.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Shanghai flights?

    Flights departing from Sydney and landing in Shanghai stopover in Auckland least frequently. Kuala Lumpur sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Shanghai flights. Manila ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Sydney to Shanghai flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sydney to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sydney to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sydney to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sydney to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sydney to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Sydney to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 14/5.

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