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The minimum one-way ticket price from Shanghai to Sydney is $194 (June 2026), while the maximum is $482 (October 2026). On average, a ticket costs $212–$252.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Sydney, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Sydney:
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The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Sydney departs on 06/13/2026, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $194
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Sydney departs on 09/11/2026, is operated by Vietnam Airlines and costs $426
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Sydney takes 13h 10m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Shanghai and Sydney is 7880km (4886 miles). There are 30 direct flights from Shanghai to Sydney. The time difference between Shanghai and Sydney is 2h. Flights from Shanghai begin at 5:35 PM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 12:15 AM
The Shanghai — Sydney route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, AirAsia X, VietjetAir, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, Hainan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, and Air China. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $194. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
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Shanghai — Sydney
03/18/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU735
starting at $579
Shanghai — Sydney
03/22/2026
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Direct flight
MU735
starting at $537
Shanghai — Sydney
04/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU561
starting at $579
Shanghai — Sydney
04/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU735
starting at $535
Shanghai — Sydney
05/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
HO1669
starting at $512
Shanghai — Sydney
05/19/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU561
starting at $584
Shanghai — Sydney
05/28/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU561
starting at $552
Shanghai — Sydney
07/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU561
starting at $887
Shanghai — Sydney
07/11/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU735
starting at $993
Shanghai — Sydney
07/18/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU561
starting at $1,119
China Eastern Airlines
Every day
starting at $425
Juneyao Airlines
Su, Mo, We, and Fr
starting at $370
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Sydney according to data for the last 48 hours costs $194
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Sydney is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Sydney can be found flying in these months: June, May, March.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Sydney start from 13 hours 10 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Sydney: China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines