Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney?

Yes, direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney are available. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 13.9% of all available options across the trailing quarter. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 1 stopover. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common for this route.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Sydney?

A direct flight from Shanghai to Sydney typically takes approximately 10 hours and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly, usually around 16 hours and 30 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 7865 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when planning their journey.

Are non-stop flights from Shanghai to Sydney worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Shanghai to Sydney have a median price of $561, while connecting flights have a median price of $416. This represents a premium of approximately 35% for direct services. Non-stop flights constitute about 17.3% of the available options across the trailing quarter. Travelers may consider the time savings against the additional cost when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

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2026-09-10 – 2026-09-21
SHA - Sydney
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CN¥4,028
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Shanghai to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Sydney

Flights from Shanghai to Sydney typically range from $372–$643, with a median of $506. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities to find more favorable pricing.

When planning cheap flights from Shanghai to Sydney, the most budget-friendly times to fly are typically May, with a median fare of $368, followed by June at $373, and April at $388. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Sydney takes approximately 16h 0m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover for connecting flights. Only 13.9% of recent fares were for non-stop flights.

The route from Shanghai to Sydney covers a distance of 7865 kilometers. This classifies the journey as a long-haul flight, indicating a significant travel distance between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Sydney

Regular price: CN¥3,743 - CN¥5,603

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Sydney are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Sydney is CNY 3743 to CNY 5603. The current lowest deal is CNY 3467 with Hong Kong Airlines, for travel from Sep 10-Sep 13.

now CN¥3,467

Low CN¥3,743

High CN¥5,603

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Sydney is May, with a median price of $368. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $820. Prices are generally lower from March to September.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥368

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥820

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Sydney

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sydney

Shanghai (SHA) - Sydney (SYD)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥5,305

CN¥5,113

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sydney

Shanghai (SHA) - Sydney (SYD)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥5,187

CN¥4,564

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sydney

Shanghai (SHA) - Sydney (SYD)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥4,780

CN¥4,510

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Sydney

Shanghai (PVG) - Sydney (SYD)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥3,964

CN¥3,901

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sydney

Shanghai (SHA) - Sydney (SYD)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥4,634

CN¥4,090

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Sydney

Shanghai (SHA) - Sydney (SYD)

Xiamen Airlines

CN¥5,135

CN¥4,497

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Shanghai to Sydney

7 nights

Jan 13 - Jan 20

CN¥7,024 → CN¥6,048

14%

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

CN¥4,426 → CN¥3,467

22%

3 nights

Jan 22 - Jan 25

CN¥7,326 → CN¥6,454

12%

6 nights

Jan 16 - Jan 22

CN¥7,019 → CN¥6,183

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Sydney

Shanghai - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Shanghai to Sydney are above the typical level of $506.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $368.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 16h 0m

Flights from Shanghai to Sydney typically take 16h 0m, classifying as a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 13.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Antinea Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, providing a non-stop option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Sydney appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Sydney.

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$480

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport serves as another departure choice for your trip to Sydney.

📍 ~15 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$512

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a primary gateway for travelers arriving in Sydney from Shanghai.

📍 ~8 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$480

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major domestic and international-capable airport, providing robust flight schedules and infrastructure.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (approximately 3 hours drive from Sydney city center)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥6,012

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sydney

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Shanghai to Sydney is within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is typically around $426. Booking further in advance, such as 60+ days out, generally results in higher prices, with an average of $815. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, reaching an average of $548 for bookings made 28-59 days prior to travel. This trend suggests that last-minute bookings can offer more favorable pricing for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Sydney is considered to be $372 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $506. Prices can vary, with 25% of travelers finding deals at or below $372, while 75% of travelers typically pay $643 or more. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day window.

Historically, May is often the best month to fly from Shanghai to Sydney, with a median price of $368. June also presents a favorable option, showing a median price of $373. April is another good choice, with a median price of $388. These months typically offer prices below the annual median of $506, based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Shanghai to Sydney: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Sydney

The route from Shanghai to Sydney covers a distance of 7865 kilometers. This classifies the journey as a long-haul flight, indicating a significant travel distance between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Sydney

Regular price: CN¥3,743 - CN¥5,603

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Sydney are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Sydney is CNY 3743 to CNY 5603. The current lowest deal is CNY 3467 with Hong Kong Airlines, for travel from Sep 10-Sep 13.

now CN¥3,467

Low CN¥3,743

High CN¥5,603

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sydney

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥368

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥820

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec