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Flights from Shanghai to Sydney

Find cheap airlines flights from Shanghai to Sydney

Choose from 1 carriers that fly from Shanghai to Sydney, including Vietnam Airlines, Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Juneyao Airlines.
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Sydney

Non stop flight deals! Book direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney: One way flights from $344, round trip flights from $628. Cheapest next 3 months.

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Flight Info | Shanghai to Sydney

The distance between Shanghai and Sydney is about 7,877.46 km. It takes around 10 hours 28 minutes on average to fly from Shanghai to Sydney. The most popular month to Sydney is April. The off-season for travel is May.

Cheapest one-way flight price $203
Cheapest return ticket price $335
Off-season for travel May
Peak season for travel April
Flight distance 7,877.46 km
Average flight time 10 hours 28 minutes
Popular airline Vietnam Airlines

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sydney?

The cheapest time for Shanghai to Sydney flights: Aug 31 to Sep 7 — one way flight prices from $139.

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Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Sydney (SYD) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Sydney based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Sydney (SYD) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $692.

  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Sydney (SYD)?

    It takes about 10 hours 28 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Sydney (SYD).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Sydney (SYD)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Sydney (SYD): China Eastern Airlines, LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, Juneyao Airlines and Air France.

  • How many airports are there in Sydney (SYD)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Sydney (SYD): Sydney Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Sydney

Wait until the last minute and flight costs are often sky-high. Plan ahead, book the right way, and your savings can soar. We have loads of saving tips to help you find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Sydney. Book your flights at the right time and save more.
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Being flexible with your dates to get the cheapest Shanghai to Sydney ticket.
Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Shanghai to Sydney airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Wed, Aug 27 at $344 for one-way flights.
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Our extensive search allows you to compare prices from over 500 airlines to choose the cheapest flight tickets from Shanghai to Sydney. The cheapest airline operating is Juneyao Airlines.
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It's always better to book early. Flight tickets tend to be the cheapest when they are first released, normally about a year before the departure date. So, check online as soon as the flights you want become available. If you miss the cheapest time, you can still find lower-priced tickets as the flight date approaches.
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