Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (SHA)

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Cheapest Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (SHA)

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Hong Kong Airlines
Thu., 4 Sep. - Thu., 30 Oct.
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
PVG
Pudong Intl.
AU$689 Return, found 10 hours ago
AU$689
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Hong Kong Airlines flight, departing Thu., 4 Sep. from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Pudong Intl., returning Thu., 30 Oct., priced at AU$689 found 10 hours ago
Sichuan Airlines
Tue., 2 Sep. - Tue., 28 Oct.
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
PVG
Pudong Intl.
AU$703 Return, found 10 hours ago
AU$703
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Tue., 2 Sep. from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Pudong Intl., returning Tue., 28 Oct., priced at AU$703 found 10 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Sun., 20 Jul. - Fri., 19 Sep.
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
SHA
Hongqiao Intl.
AU$707 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$707
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Sun., 20 Jul. from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Hongqiao Intl., returning Fri., 19 Sep., priced at AU$707 found 2 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Sat., 19 Jul. - Tue., 16 Sep.
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
SHA
Hongqiao Intl.
AU$769 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$769
Return
found 2 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat., 19 Jul. from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Hongqiao Intl., returning Tue., 16 Sep., priced at AU$769 found 2 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu., 4 Sep. - Thu., 30 Oct.
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
PVG
Pudong Intl.
AU$832 Return, found 10 hours ago
AU$832
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu., 4 Sep. from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Pudong Intl., returning Thu., 30 Oct., priced at AU$832 found 10 hours ago

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Sydney to Shanghai Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (SHA)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Sydney to Shanghai flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top SYD to SHA routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
SYD
Traveling To
Hongqiao Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
SHA
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price
AU$689

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Mascot Airport to SHA?
There's no getting around the fact that you're in it for the long haul from Mascot Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport. The flight lasts approximately 11 hours and 50 minutes. Don't forget to pack plenty to keep yourself amused for all those hours.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here's an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you're booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it's best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif's 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
700 Yingbin 1st Rd
Shanghai ,
China
IATA code:
SHA
Longitude:
121.333473
Latitude:
31.19779
Time zone:
Asia/Shanghai
Address:
Sydney NSW,
Australia
IATA code:
SYD
Longitude:
151.179898
Latitude:
-33.932922
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Sydney to Shanghai Flight Deals from AU$689

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For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Shanghai from Sydney from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Shanghai in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

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Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$689 and rising to AU$832 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Sydney to Shanghai today!  

Find cheap airfares to Shanghai from Sydney 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Sydney and Shanghai
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in September)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Sydney to Shanghai

Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
4.5 out of 5
No. 333 Shenhong Road, Minhang, Shanghai
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Hongqiao Tiandi and Shanghai Zoo are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (283 reviews)
"Location is great"

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

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YaTi by Artyzen Hongqiao Shanghai
YaTi by Artyzen Hongqiao Shanghai
3.5 out of 5
No. 3999-6, Hongxin Road, Minhang District, Shanghai, Shanghai
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Jing'an Temple and Qibao Old Street are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (153 reviews)
"Overall a very good place to stay. Close to shopping center"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

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Le Méridien Shanghai, Minhang
Le Méridien Shanghai, Minhang
5 out of 5
3199 Cao Bao Road, Shanghai
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (222 reviews)
"Excellent for disabled travellers"

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

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Le Méridien Shanghai, Minhang
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