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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Sydney from $285

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SYD
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Shanghai to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or June, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Sydney (SYD). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$549

One-way from

$285

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,347
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 9/6-15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Shanghai to Sydney
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 15m total
  • Shanghai to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Mon 9/601:35PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 25mAirAsia X
Sun 15/609:15SYD - PVG
1 stop17h 05mAirAsia X
Deal found 15/4$549
Mon 19/515:10PVG - SYD
1 stop21h 05mSichuan Airlines
Wed 18/620:20SYD - PVG
1 stop19h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 13/4$557
Sun 18/518:35PVG - SYD
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/609:15SYD - PVG
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$570
Fri 13/610:30SHA - SYD
1 stop17h 55mChina Southern
Mon 16/608:45SYD - SHA
1 stop26h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 15/4$581
Mon 18/815:10PVG - SYD
1 stop15h 05mVietnam Airlines
Sun 24/810:15SYD - PVG
1 stop28h 25mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 15/4$618
Wed 11/620:15PVG - SYD
1 stop16h 00mHainan Airlines
Sat 14/621:00SYD - PVG
1 stop20h 20mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/4$663
Thu 12/621:55PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 45mChina Southern
Mon 16/621:45SYD - PVG
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 15/4$667
Thu 29/508:10SHA - SYD
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/621:00SYD - SHA
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$708
Thu 22/510:10SHA - SYD
1 stop21h 10mXiamenAir
Wed 28/511:25SYD - SHA
1 stop23h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 15/4$752
Wed 11/614:30PVG - SYD
1 stop13h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 25/610:10SYD - PVG
1 stop14h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4$811
Sat 10/520:25SHA - SYD
1 stop16h 25mAir China
Thu 15/519:40SYD - SHA
1 stop17h 15mAir China
Deal found 14/4$815
Wed 3/913:20SHA - SYD
1 stop17h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 21/921:50SYD - SHA
1 stop25h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4$822

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Sydney that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/6

01:35-20:00

1 stop16h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/6

09:15-00:20

1 stop17h 05m

$549

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/5

15:10-14:15

1 stop21h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/6

20:20-13:50

1 stop19h 30m

$557

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/5

18:35-14:40

1 stop18h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/6

09:15-00:20

1 stop17h 05m

$570

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/6

10:30-06:25

1 stop17h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/6

08:45-08:50

1 stop26h 05m

$581

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 18/8

15:10-08:15

1 stop15h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/8

10:15-12:40

1 stop28h 25m

$618

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/6

20:15-14:15

1 stop16h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/6

21:00-15:20

1 stop20h 20m

$663

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/6

21:55-19:40

1 stop19h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/6

21:45-20:30

1 stop24h 45m

$667

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/5

08:10-09:20

1 stop23h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/6

21:00-22:55

1 stop27h 55m

$708

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 22/5

10:10-09:20

1 stop21h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/5

11:25-08:50

1 stop23h 25m

$752

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/6

14:30-06:10

1 stop13h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/6

10:10-22:10

1 stop14h 00m

$811

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Shanghai to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai to Sydney, you should look to book at least 13 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Shanghai to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PVG to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai to Sydney in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 50% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Sydney. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

The most flights from CN2 to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Shanghai to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Asiana Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Sydney from Shanghai, you will be flying to Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 6 flights from Shanghai to Kingsford Smith per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Shanghai to Sydney is AirAsia X. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $549 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sichuan Airlines and China Southern, starting at $557 and $581 round-trip. AirAsia X is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $285 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Vietnam Airlines from $312 and Beijing Capital Airlines from $331 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Shanghai to Sydney?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Shanghai to Sydney on time: LATAM Airlines (92%), Juneyao Airlines (68%), Qantas Airways (65%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sydney?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Shanghai to Sydney? While on average our users pay $1,696, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $591. The most popular route (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $535.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Shanghai to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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.

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