On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Sydney to Shanghai. This 7,853 km route is served regularly, with about 13 flights per week. Information on traveling to the terminal is available in the Sydney transportation section.
Airlines such as Qantas, China Eastern, and Juneyao Air operate flights on this route. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use our low-price calendar and price trend chart to choose the best departure time.
The table shows direct flights Sydney → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 10 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines, Air France and Qantas. Departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and Western Sydney International Airport airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Sydney — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 938 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 2,110 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Sydney → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,677 | high | May | AED 1,118 | low | Sep | AED 1,397 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,304 | medium | Jun | AED 1,257 | medium | Oct | AED 1,490 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,118 | low | Jul | AED 1,257 | medium | Nov | AED 1,211 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,211 | medium | Aug | AED 1,257 | medium | Dec | AED 1,770 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest month in Shanghai is August, with an average temperature of 32.3°C, while the coldest is January. Rainfall peaks in June, with over 250 mm of precipitation, making it the wettest period of the year.
The most affordable flights are offered in September, starting AED 938. June is considered the most expensive month to fly, with booking costs rising to AED 2,110.
The optimal time for a trip is October: during this period, the weather is comfortably dry and tickets start AED 1,068. We recommend avoiding travel in June due to high costs and the rainy season.
Five airlines operate flights on this route, with China Eastern and Qantas being the primary carriers. Both direct flights and connecting options are available, with China Eastern offering the highest number of weekly departures. Detailed information on departure times and days of the week can be found in the schedule below.
Flights Sydney — Shanghai depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and Western Sydney International Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 7,853 km. A direct flight takes approximately 9–10 hours, while travel time for connecting flights depends on the chosen route.
Regular flights are operated by carriers such as China Eastern, Qantas, and Juneyao Air. A full list of available airlines is provided above on this page.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route. You can check the current non-stop schedule in the interactive flight block.
The lowest prices are typically available several months before departure. Keep an eye on the price trend chart to catch a great deal.
Flights arrive at Shanghai airports. You can explore transfer options to the city in the Shanghai transportation section.
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