£202 Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (SHA)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £202 for one-way flights and £312 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hainan Airlines
Thu, 30 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
£312 Return, found 11 hours ago
£312
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select Hainan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at £312 found 11 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
£340 Return, found 6 hours ago
£340
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Thu, 12 Mar from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Sun, 22 Mar, priced at £340 found 6 hours ago
Xiamen Airlines
Thu, 2 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
£410 Return, found 3 days ago
£410
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Thu, 2 Oct from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Wed, 22 Oct, priced at £410 found 3 days ago
Air China
Thu, 30 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
£476 Return, found 11 hours ago
£476
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at £476 found 11 hours ago
Japan Airlines
Thu, 2 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
£2,700 Return, found 12 hours ago
£2,700
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select Japan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 2 Oct from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Wed, 15 Oct, priced at £2,700 found 12 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (SHA)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £238 - £427 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Sydney to Shanghai route information
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
£312
Distance
7842 km

Compare flights from Sydney to Shanghai easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Sydney to Shanghai. Operating between them flights per day, 8 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Hongqiao Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Hongqiao Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. (SYD) to Hongqiao Intl. (SHA)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Sydney to Shanghai today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Hongqiao Intl. start at just £312 and range up to £2,700.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Sydney and Shanghai
  • booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Sydney to Shanghai flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Kingsford Smith Intl. to Hongqiao Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Sydney Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?
Based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between SYD and Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) start from £312. Book ASAP to secure the best price for your trip. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SYD to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but every airline has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Mascot Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Sydney Airport to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Sydney Airport to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
With a flight distance of 7,900 kilometres from Sydney Airport (SYD) to SHA (SHA), this is a long-haul flight. Ensure that you drink lots of water and move your feet and legs every now and then.
Which airlines fly direct from Sydney Airport to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA)?
If you want to travel straight from SYD to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, you'll need to book a flight with at least one stop. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly between these airports.
Are SYD to SHA flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from SYD to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) last minute could save you some serious cash. However, it might cost you a whole lot more! If you'd rather avoid the risk, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

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