$272 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to Shanghai

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Cheap Flight Deals from Sydney to Shanghai (SYD-SHA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Shanghai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Shanghai.
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AirAsia X Logo
09:15 - 00:20SYD-PVG
17h 05m1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
06:00 - 07:50PVG-SYD
23h 50m1 stop
$507AirAsia X
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Mon, 21 Jul - Sat, 23 Aug
Hainan Airlines Logo
21:00 - 15:20SYD-PVG
20h 20m1 stop
Hainan Airlines Logo
16:25 - 14:15PVG-SYD
19h 50m1 stop
$513Hainan Airlines
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Tue, 27 May - Mon, 16 Jun
China Southern Logo
08:45 - 22:20SYD-SHA
15h 35m1 stop
China Southern Logo
21:50 - 19:40SHA-SYD
19h 50m1 stop
$615China Southern
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Thu, 5 Jun - Sun, 22 Jun
China Southern Logo
08:45 - 11:25SYD-SHA
28h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
21:50 - 19:40SHA-SYD
19h 50m1 stop
$616China Southern
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Mon, 9 Jun - Sun, 15 Jun
XiamenAir Logo
11:25 - 17:00SYD-SHA
31h 35m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
08:10 - 09:20SHA-SYD
23h 10m1 stop
$646XiamenAir
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Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
XiamenAir Logo
12:25 - 22:40SYD-SHA
13h 15m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
12:10 - 10:25SHA-SYD
19h 15m1 stop
$649XiamenAir
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Wed, 15 Oct - Thu, 13 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
07:40 - 20:15SYD-PVG
14h 35m1 stop
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12:20 - 08:40PVG-SYD
18h 20m1 stop
$796Cathay Pacific
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Wed, 14 May - Mon, 26 May
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:05 - 11:05SYD-PVG
23h 00m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:35 - 06:10PVG-SYD
19h 35m1 stop
$817Cathay Pacific
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Wed, 14 May - Sat, 17 May
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 19:15SYD-PVG
10h 15mdirect
China Eastern Logo
00:15 - 12:35PVG-SYD
10h 20mdirect
$923China Eastern
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Tue, 27 May - Sun, 15 Jun
China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 04:55SYD-PVG
10h 25mdirect
China Eastern Logo
20:20 - 09:00PVG-SYD
10h 40mdirect
$926China Eastern
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Fri, 22 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Shanghai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Shanghai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Sydney to Shanghai flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Sydney to Shanghai.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai cost $492 and was between Sydney (SYD) and Hangzhou (HGH). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $492.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Shanghai?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Shanghai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Sydney to Shanghai, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Sydney, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Shanghai is March, where tickets cost $859 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,707 and $1,223 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to Shanghai?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $2,265, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Shanghai, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Cheapest flight

$272
Flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Shanghai

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Shanghai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Shanghai was $174 for a one-way ticket and $324 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Shanghai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Shanghai, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Shanghai from Sydney?

    Guangzhou is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Sydney to Shanghai.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Shanghai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Shanghai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Shanghai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Prefer to fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai?

Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai

Monday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Thursday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Friday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Saturday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern

China Eastern

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Direct returns

Shanghai to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Wednesday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Friday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Sunday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

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Top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to Shanghai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Shanghai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1290 reviews
8.0Entertainment
7.7Food
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.6Crew
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Horrendous. We upgraded and they took the money but cancelled one of our tickets. The recline action didn’t work on the seats for the flight from Singapore to London, pre booked meals but they seemed to have disappeared as well.. Phone customer service was horrendous. Took 5 phone calls and no fix. Craig at the airport was the only one who seemed to be able to get the ticket back.

2.0 MediocreKylie, Apr 2025CNS - SIN
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Horrendous. We upgraded and they took the money but cancelled one of our tickets. The recline action didn’t work on the seats for the flight from Singapore to London, pre booked meals but they seemed to have disappeared as well.. Phone customer service was horrendous. Took 5 phone calls and no fix. Craig at the airport was the only one who seemed to be able to get the ticket back.

Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

So happy I flew with Singapore Airlines. The customer service is top notch. I am terrified of flying and the staff made me feel so at ease. Will only fly Singapore internationally moving forward.

Food could have been better. Too many passengers getting up and down all the time.

Delayed 1hour due to storm still didn't get window seat for third flight despite paying £240 extra to book them

It was very good experience on board to Sydney with SQ.

Everything was great keep up the good work 😁, can't ask for more.

It was an average flight. I would have expected more from this airline. Food, seats, service, etc was just average. I just give them some extra points for offering free WiFi on board with just a Krisflyer account.

Check in was easy through self-check-in kiosks just like domestic flights. Staff onboard were fantastic. Some "book the cook" good options weren't great, others really good. Entertainment options a bit limited to what I've experienced on Qantas. Overall a good flight though, especially for the price.

The staff on Singapore Airlines was incredible. I would like to commend LS Reuben from my SQ37 flight on November 19th, 2024, from LAX to Singapore, for his outstanding service and care. During the flight, one of my earbuds—brand new and valued at nearly $300—fell out and became lodged in the box controlling the in-flight entertainment system. I was understandably upset, but Reuben went above and beyond to assist me in this tough situation. Reuben demonstrated exceptional determination and empathy. Instead of suggesting we wait for an engineer, he immediately took action, spending almost 30 minutes searching for the earbud. He even got down on the floor to ensure it was recovered. His genuine concern and persistence made all the difference and turned a frustrating situation into one where I felt truly valued as a passenger. Reuben is a shining example of the remarkable service that sets Singapore Airlines apart. His dedication and willingness to go the extra mile left a lasting impression, and I want to sincerely thank him for his kindness and professionalism.

very professional and very attentive to my Special Needs as I required a Wheel Chair and assistance to board

Very noisy and careless crew on this overnight flight. They should understand customers want to sleep

The flight was delayed for 30 mins. The overall experience was good.

The economy seats are much indeed roomier. Meals needs improvement.

Horrible airline. Missed my baggage and don’t want to reimburse for the basis items. Pathetic customer service

no veg food was provided eventhough i pre ordered special meal

Excellent service provided the flight crew. Food and drinks were very good.

Meal options for vegetarians can be provided… Nothing was offered for me for dinner.. crew just said no vegetarian option available and did even bother to provide any alternatives or something to eat.

Cathay has a great reputation, though it's baseline economy seating is nothing to write home about (and SE Asia flight passengers sometime lack 'routine stateside' etiquette). On the other hand, food was great, flight attendants were nice, and price was very good~

Not enough food for everyone. . Always run out of food when we ask

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

It was great. The staff were so nice and helpful the food was great and they always made sure I was okay. As a foreigner I was worried about the language barrier but it was absolutely no issues. I highly recommend

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

The temperature of the plane cabin is too hot. Sweat and uncomfortable. Also my food tray was broken down drinks fall off

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

Never got to go because of i correct information while attempting to check in

They gave incorrect visa information causing me to purchase another flight. Only to find out later there was something that could be done to work around it.

I recently flew with Xiamen Airlines and was thoroughly disappointed with the experience. To start, the seats were incredibly uncomfortable. They were cramped with minimal legroom, making it nearly impossible to find a comfortable position during the flight. This was exacerbated by the poor seat padding, which left me with a sore back and neck by the end of the journey. The food provided was another major letdown. The meals were bland and unappetizing, and it was clear that little effort was put into the quality or presentation. Even the snacks were subpar, and there were limited options for those with dietary restrictions. The airport transfer experience was terrible. The airline’s ground staff were unhelpful and disorganized, leading to long waits and confusion. This was especially frustrating when I was already tired from the uncomfortable flight. The process was poorly managed, making the entire experience stressful and inconvenient. Lastly, the in-flight entertainment was mediocre at best. The selection of movies and TV shows was outdated, and the screens were small and low-quality. The system also experienced frequent glitches, making it difficult to enjoy even the limited options available. Overall, my experience with Xiamen Airlines was far from satisfactory. From the uncomfortable seats and bad food to the terrible airport transfer experience and mediocre entertainment, I would not recommend flying with them.

The Jakarta flight was better.. We got off the plane fast. LAX to Xiamen was a slow exit. It took half and hour to disembark.

I was not allowed to board the plane if I did not buy a forward ticket after Indonesia. They said the Indonesian government would fine the airline. This was bullshit. In Jakarta immigration did not ask for this at all. I'm trying to refund the ticket. I was put in a middle seat and I asked to be put in an side seat. They wanted $45. I said NO. Later I was put in an side sest for free. On the second plane they put me in a middle seat and when I complained. They put me in the back with three empty seats. I was able to sleep. The food was okay and I got extra portions when asked. The lack of WIFI at Xiamen airport was a pain, but that's because of the Chinese government banning foreign browsers. Xiamen gets 3 out of 5. The cost was $503: LAX to Jakarta. A bargain, but you get what you pay for.

Some crew member does not under stand and speak english .

Free meals on all flights in economy. The 737´s don’t have screens so it’s a bummer. But the selection on 787´s is wide

The plane was small and a little stuffy inside the plane.

Going to Xiamen they did not offer any wine and basically offered two food choices in tin trays. Something you would expect on a domestic flight in China not a $10k business class flight. The flight attendant admitted they also stopped paying for satellite Wi-Fi; which they used to offer and now don't - without apology. Normally I am a huge fan of a non-stop but the difference between Japanese or US carriers is a large one and well worth a stop in Korea or Japan rather than pay double for no amenities at all. The plane is nice, but the experience was below par.

Once on board, everything is perfect. The young and pretty flight attendants warmly welcome each passenger and demonstrate excellent service attitudes. As passengers board one after another, the flight attendants begin to inquire about our meal preferences. I requested to see a wine list and choose a suitable red wine. She replied that there were no menus or wine lists, but she would take a photo of the red wine options on her phone and show me later. After lunch, the flight attendants began to ask about dinner arrangements. It turns out that there were only three options for dinner: seafood, chicken, and beef, exactly the same as lunch.

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