Cheap flights from Shanghai to Sydney

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Cheapest round-trip flights $644
Cathay Pacific 1 stop 19 hr Sat, Aug 22 — Mon, Sep 7
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sydney is currently $644
Cheapest one-way flight $345
Vietjet 1 stop 28 hr Thu, Aug 13
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Sydney is currently $345
Cheapest nonstop flights $1,201
China Eastern Nonstop 11 hr Thu, Jun 25 — Thu, Jul 9
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sydney is currently $1,201
Last-minute weekend getaway $720
Cathay Pacific 1 stop 18 hr Sat, Jun 6 — Sun, Jun 7
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Sydney is currently $720
Cheapest business class flights $2,528
Hainan 1 stop 28 hr Fri, Aug 28 — Thu, Sep 10
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sydney is currently $2,528
Fastest flight 10 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Sydney takes 10 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Sydney is typically March. The most expensive month to fly is typically January.
March
Cheapest
Typical prices: $465–670
January
Most expensive
Typical prices: $690–840

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Sydney

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $940–1,500
    11 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - SYD Every day
    6 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYD Every Thu, Fri
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $850–2,100
    4 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - SYD Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
  • China Southern
    from $768
    Typical price: $580–1,150
    139 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYD Every day
  • Cathay Pacific
    from $742
    Typical price: $740–1,450
    64 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYD Every day
  • Air China
    44 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - SYD Every day
  • XiamenAir
    from $749
    Typical price: $610–1,100
    35 weekly connecting flights
    SHA - SYD Every day

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 28 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 9 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Popular airports near Sydney

  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    Sydney Australia 17 min 6 mi
  • Canberra Airport (CBR)
    Canberra Australia 3 hr 2 min 152 mi
  • Newcastle Airport (NTL)
    Newcastle Australia 2 hr 7 min 82 mi
  • Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)
    Sydney Australia 52 min 26 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Sydney

The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Sydney are usually in March. Typical ticket prices in March range from $465 to $670.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sydney recently found on Google Flights was with Cathay Pacific from $644. The cheapest one-way flight was with Vietjet from $345.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Sydney is $768, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Shanghai to Sydney is $742, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 26.
  • The cheapest XiamenAir flight from Shanghai to Sydney is $749, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sydney starts at $644 from Sat, Aug 22 to Mon, Sep 7. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $345 and departs on Thu, Aug 13.
10 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Sydney.
Sydney is temperate and sunny all year, and crowds are highest during summer (Dec–Feb) and during school holidays. Major events that increase hotel demand are the performing-arts–focused Sydney Festival (Jan), the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras (Feb–Mar), the Sydney Royal Easter Show (dates vary) and the Sydney Film Festival (Jun). Severe thunderstorms are most likely Oct–Mar.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Sydney.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Sydney really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Shanghai to Sydney.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 11 nonstop flights and 6 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .

In terms of flights, China Southern is the most popular. China Southern offers 139 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Sydney are:
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 4 nonstop flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
  • Cathay Pacific offers 64 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
  • Air China offers 44 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
  • XiamenAir offers 35 connecting flights per week. XiamenAir flies from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Sydney.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Sydney recently found on Google Flights was with Cathay Pacific from $644. The cheapest one-way flight was with Vietjet from $345.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Shanghai to Sydney is $768, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Shanghai to Sydney is $742, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 26.
  • The cheapest XiamenAir flight from Shanghai to Sydney is $749, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Sydney.
  • There are 11 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Sydney at price $720 is offered by Cathay Pacific from Sat, Jun 6 to Sun, Jun 7.
China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Sydney.
  • There are 11 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Sydney start at $1,201 from Thu, Jun 25 to Thu, Jul 9 with China Eastern.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Sydney, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Sydney start at $2,528 from Fri, Aug 28 to Thu, Sep 10 with Hainan.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Sydney start at $644 from Sat, Aug 22 to Mon, Sep 7.
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Sydney, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Sydney starts at $720 from Sat, Jun 6 to Sun, Jun 7 with Cathay Pacific.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Sydney at price $720 is offered by Cathay Pacific from Sat, Jun 6 to Sun, Jun 7.
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Sydney, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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