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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Sydney from $276

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — SYD
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Shanghai to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Sydney 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 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 23/12

11:35-14:55

1 stop24h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/1

20:50-15:15

1 stop21h 25m

$606

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/12

01:35-09:15

1 stop28h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/1

10:45-00:20

1 stop16h 35m

$620

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 26/12

16:30-15:25

1 stop19h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/1

20:50-15:15

1 stop21h 25m

$645

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/12

09:50-20:20

1 stop31h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/1

21:00-22:55

1 stop28h 55m

$657

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/12

21:45-10:25

1 stop33h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/1

12:30-08:50

1 stop23h 20m

$691

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/3

15:25-13:15

1 stop18h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/3

15:15-14:15

1 stop26h 00m

$732

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 23/2

17:00-15:25

1 stop19h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/3

11:25-13:10

1 stop28h 45m

$758

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/3

12:35-07:30

1 stop15h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/3

22:10-15:15

1 stop20h 05m

$775

ShanghaiSydney

PVG - SYD

PVGSYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/4

00:35-16:55

1 stop14h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/4

15:00-13:25

1 stop24h 25m

$786

ShanghaiSydney

SHA - SYD

SHASYD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/3

20:25-15:30

1 stop16h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/3

20:40-09:55

1 stop16h 15m

$840

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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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$606

One-way from

$276

Popular in

February

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May
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 23/12-8/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • Shanghai to Sydney
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 2/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 15m total
  • Shanghai to Sydney
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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 20 November 2024.

Mon 23/1211:35PVG - SYD
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/120:50SYD - PVG
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$606
Sat 7/1201:35PVG - SYD
1 stop28h 40mAirAsia X
Sat 11/110:45SYD - PVG
1 stop16h 35mAirAsia X
Deal found 20/11$620
Thu 26/1216:30PVG - SYD
1 stop19h 55mSichuan Airlines
Wed 8/120:50SYD - PVG
1 stop21h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/11$645
Sun 8/1209:50SHA - SYD
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/121:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$657
Thu 26/1221:45SHA - SYD
1 stop33h 40mXiamenAir
Sat 11/112:30SYD - SHA
1 stop23h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 19/11$691
Fri 6/1222:50PVG - SYD
1 stop18h 30mChina Southern
Sun 5/122:10SYD - PVG
1 stop29h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$887
Fri 6/1221:50SHA - SYD
1 stop19h 30mChina Southern
Sun 5/122:10SYD - SHA
1 stop19h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$887
Mon 2/1209:00SHA - SYD
1 stop26h 55mHainan Airlines
Tue 10/1221:00SYD - SHA
1 stop28h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,122
Sun 8/1211:50PVG - SYD
2 stops19h 35mXiamenAir
Sat 11/112:30SYD - PVG
2 stops25h 15mXiamenAir
Deal found 20/11$1,167
Thu 26/1200:15PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mChina Eastern
Sun 12/110:15SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,207
Mon 30/1217:10PVG - SYD
Nonstop10h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Tue 25/208:35SYD - PVG
Nonstop10h 25mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 19/11$1,220
Wed 11/1221:30SHA - SYD
1 stop15h 00mAir China
Fri 3/120:40SYD - SHA
1 stop16h 15mAir China
Deal found 20/11$1,233

Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Sydney

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Sydney

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai to Sydney including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai to Sydney, you should look to book at least 46 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 20 November 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai to Sydney in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 37% 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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from CN2 to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 20 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Shanghai to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Vietnam Airlines, Air China and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

7.7
Good
43 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

7.7
Good
122 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

7.7
Good
235 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

7.6
Good
878 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

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 5 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 $620 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sichuan Airlines and XiamenAir, starting at $645 and $691 round-trip. AirAsia X is 49% 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 $276 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $278 and Hainan Airlines from $287 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: Air France (95%), LATAM Airlines (95%), China Eastern (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sydney?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Shanghai to Sydney? While on average our users pay $1,623, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $520. The most popular route (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $553.

  • 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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