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Flight deals from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 3,479 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,479, select.
Shanghai.R 3,520 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,520, select.
Shanghai.R 3,521 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,521, select.
Shanghai.R 3,522 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,522, select.
Shanghai.R 3,599 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,599, select.
Shanghai.R 3,600 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,600, select.
Shanghai.R 3,768 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,768, select.
Shanghai.R 4,540 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,540, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in May.
Dec
from R 8,272
Jan
from R 3,522
Feb
from R 3,599
Mar
from R 3,520
Apr
from R 3,521
May
from R 3,479
Jun
from R 3,768
Jul
from R 4,540
Aug
from R 5,295
Sep
from R 5,304
Oct
from R 5,293
Nov
from R 3,600

Direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong

Sydney to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Sydney to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,479
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week43

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong is R 6,472. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Air France and Qantas fly direct from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong.
As of December 2025, there are 43 flights per week flying from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Saturday, 25 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia X and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

  • Shanghai is three hours behind Sydney and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Choose from 33 weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Qantas is the earliest available. China Eastern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:30.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to PVG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Flying into Shanghai (and then exploring more of China!) is a cinch with China Eastern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with China Eastern Airlines on this route.

  • China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SYD to PVG flights. An impressive 93.39% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SYD and PVG include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is R 3,479. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 6,472. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from SYD to PVG by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SYD to PVG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SYD:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SYD to PVG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Suzhou is another well-known destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without a visit to Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sydney to Shanghai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.