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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sydney to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sydney to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$227
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time10 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week36

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai is $422. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Shanghai.
China Eastern, Qantas and Air France fly direct from Sydney to Shanghai.
As of February 2025, there are 36 flights per week flying from Sydney to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $422.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Shanghai on Friday, 21 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Tianjin Airlines and Juneyao Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai and you'll be in the air for around 10 hours 33 minutes.

  • Shanghai is 3 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Choose from 33 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SYD to PVG is the 09:30 Qantas service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:30 with China Eastern.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from SYD to Shanghai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai. Begin your journey at SYD and end it at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • Take to the skies with China Eastern. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SYD to Shanghai. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Brisbane Airport (BNE)

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • To visit China for tourism purposes, you will need a visa if you have a passport from Australia. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai.

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 27 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SYD:

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Shanghai

  • $227 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai. A return flight starts at $422. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from SYD to Shanghai by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SYD to Shanghai. You don't need to look every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, travel to Shanghai in April when it's quieter.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from SYD to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

  • Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

  • Choose one of our car rentals in Shanghai and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai.

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