S$257 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Shanghai

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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Shanghai (SYD-SHA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$257 for one-way flights and S$470 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

AirAsia X
Thu, 4 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
SYD
Sydney
PVG
Shanghai
S$470 Return, found 6 days ago
S$470
Return
found 6 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Thu, 4 Sep from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Tue, 16 Sep, priced at S$470 found 6 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 28 Jul - Wed, 13 Aug
SYD
Sydney
PVG
Shanghai
S$580 Return, found 5 days ago
S$580
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 28 Jul from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Wed, 13 Aug, priced at S$580 found 5 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Wed, 16 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
S$589 Return, found 1 day ago
S$589
Return
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Wed, 16 Jul from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Tue, 5 Aug, priced at S$589 found 1 day ago
China Southern Airlines
Mon, 4 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug
SYD
Sydney
PVG
Shanghai
S$589 Return, found 17 hours ago
S$589
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Mon, 4 Aug from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Mon, 18 Aug, priced at S$589 found 17 hours ago
Sichuan Airlines
Wed, 22 Oct - Sun, 30 Nov
SYD
Sydney
PVG
Shanghai
S$593 Return, found 3 days ago
S$593
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Wed, 22 Oct from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Sun, 30 Nov, priced at S$593 found 3 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
S$696 Return, found 4 days ago
S$696
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 28 Aug from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Thu, 4 Sep, priced at S$696 found 4 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Mon, 4 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug
SYD
Sydney
SHA
Shanghai
S$712 Return, found 17 hours ago
S$712
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Mon, 4 Aug from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Mon, 18 Aug, priced at S$712 found 17 hours ago
Hong Kong Airlines
Sat, 6 Sep - Sat, 13 Sep
SYD
Sydney
PVG
Shanghai
S$778 Return, found 11 hours ago
S$778
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select Hong Kong Airlines flight, departing Sat, 6 Sep from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Sat, 13 Sep, priced at S$778 found 11 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri, 29 Aug - Fri, 5 Sep
SYD
Sydney
PVG
Shanghai
S$798 Return, found 4 days ago
S$798
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, 29 Aug from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Fri, 5 Sep, priced at S$798 found 4 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 28 Jul - Wed, 13 Aug
SYD
Sydney
PVG
Shanghai
S$820 Return, found 5 days ago
S$820
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Mon, 28 Jul from Sydney to Shanghai, returning Wed, 13 Aug, priced at S$820 found 5 days ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$411 - S$738 per traveller.

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Sydney to Shanghai route information
Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, Japan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
S$469
Distance
7818 km

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

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 S$470. 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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S$469.45
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