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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl (SYD-SHA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Mon, 3 Nov - Thu, 11 Dec
China Southern Logo
09:20 - 11:20SYD-SHA
29h 00m1 stop
China Southern Logo
16:50 - 09:25SHA-SYD
13h 35m1 stop
$665China Southern
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Sat, 15 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov
China Southern Logo
22:00 - 22:15SYD-SHA
27h 15m1 stop
China Southern Logo
08:50 - 09:25SHA-SYD
21h 35m1 stop
$667China Southern
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Mon, 20 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
China Southern Logo
09:45 - 08:50SYD-SHA
26h 05m1 stop
China Southern Logo
12:35 - 07:30SHA-SYD
15h 55m1 stop
$668China Southern
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Thu, 2 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
XiamenAir Logo
11:25 - 22:40SYD-SHA
13h 15m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
21:10 - 10:20SHA-SYD
34h 10m1 stop
$673XiamenAir
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Fri, 6 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar
China Southern Logo
15:15 - 09:15SYD-SHA
21h 00m1 stop
China Southern Logo
20:50 - 20:20SHA-SYD
20h 30m1 stop
$676China Southern
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Tue, 23 Sep - Fri, 24 Oct
XiamenAir Logo
11:25 - 14:45SYD-SHA
29h 20m1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
10:10 - 10:20SHA-SYD
21h 10m1 stop
$698XiamenAir
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Fri, 24 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
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11:15 - 11:40SYD-SHA
27h 25m2 stops
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09:15 - 08:05SHA-SYD
19h 50m2 stops
Sat, 18 Oct - Sun, 16 Nov
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:20 - 14:55SYD-SHA
29h 35m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
16:55 - 10:55SHA-SYD
15h 00m1 stop
$727Hong Kong Airlines
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Sat, 18 Oct - Tue, 18 Nov
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21:00 - 22:55SYD-SHA
28h 55m1 stop
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09:15 - 08:05SHA-SYD
19h 50m2 stops
Wed, 15 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:20 - 18:00SYD-SHA
32h 40m1 stop
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
18:10 - 10:55SHA-SYD
13h 45m1 stop
$784Hong Kong Airlines
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China Southern
Cheapest • from $665 (return)
Cathay Pacific
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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When to book
5 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
December
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Cheapest return fare
$665
Typical prices: $891-1323
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Mon 3/11Thu 11/12
SYD - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$391
Typical prices: $406-757
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Sat 15/11
SYD - SHA • 1 stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Hongqiao Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $685 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,455 and $979 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$391
Best time to beat the crowds (21% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (69% more expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl flights

  • What facilities does Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) have for passengers travelling with children?

    For passengers travelling with children, there are three play areas in Terminal 1, located at Gate 10, Gate 50, and Gate 53. For those arriving into Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), there are parents’ rooms and nursing facilities available for passengers which can be found near the baggage collection areas.

  • Which airline should I choose for my flight from Sydney to Shanghai as a business traveller?

    For those travelling on business and looking to do some work while they fly, China Southern Airlines offers inflight internet services on select flights that fly the route from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Look for flights that stopover at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and check with the airline to see if they are offering these services on your specific flight.

  • How do I get from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to the city centre?

    There are several ways to get to the city centre from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), including taxi and airport shuttle. For a cheap and convenient route, we suggest looking at the Metro Line 10, which takes approximately 30min and can be caught at Terminal 1 and 2.

  • How do I get from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to the city centre?

    From Sydney’s airport to the city centre, there are several transport options. While taxis and buses are available, for a cheap and quick journey between the airport and the city we recommend the Sydney Airport Link train. Taking 13min, the train runs throughout the day between several stops in the city and the airport.

  • Are there any hotels onsite at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)?

    While not onsite, for anyone travelling late into Shanghai and looking for a hotel located just outside the airport, we recommend checking out the 4-star Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel. A short walk from Terminal 1 and with a free airport shuttle available to Terminal 2, the Mercure hotel is a good choice for anyone not wanting to have to travel far from the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport was $259 for a one-way ticket and $441 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    On your way to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, you’ll fly out from Sydney Kingsford Smith. You’ll be landing at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sydney and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Sydney?

    Guangzhou is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Shanghai, Hainan Airlines or Singapore Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Shanghai are Hainan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. With an average price for the route of $545 and an overall rating of 8.2, Hainan Airlines is the most popular choice. Singapore Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $700 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

  • Located just east of the city centre, the Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is one of two airports servicing Shanghai. It caters to both domestic and international flights; however, after the construction of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), the majority of flights in and out are domestic and regional.
  • Due to this, there are no direct flights from Sydney to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). However, airlines such as China Southern offer flights with a single stopover and a flight time of approximately 14h.
  • While airlines such as XiamenAir offer the fastest travel times, we suggest booking with China Southern, as the difference in flight time can often be disproportionate to the difference in price.
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is comprised of two terminals. Terminal 1 is used for international flights and a few regional airlines such as Xiamen Air. And while Terminal 2 is used for domestic flights, most flights journeying to Sydney will embark from this terminal as the most common stopovers on route are still in China.
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is made up of three terminals, with Terminal 1 being the dedicated terminal for international travellers and Terminals 2 and 3 being used for domestic flights. While most flights to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) stopover in China and therefore depart from Terminal 1, an airport shuttle service is available between terminals for passengers arriving at another terminal.
  • While Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is closer to the city centre than its partner airport in Shanghai, for travellers looking to stay along the coast and wanting to land near their hotel, we suggest looking at flights to and from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Hongqiao Intl

 
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Cathay PacificOverall score based on 993 reviews
7.9Boarding
7.8Entertainment
7.6Comfort
7.3Food
8.1Crew
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I am Vegetarian also has Gluten free food. However they gave me chicken and fish which is gluten free, but i am a vegetrain and i requested crew Hindu meal vegetarian, they said they will come back. .but they never showed up even i asked 2nd time. They could have compensate. I also request airline industry to have another option Gluten Free for Vegetarin people as well. Because Vegetarin people will have gluen issue...

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Aug 2025HYD - HKG
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I am Vegetarian also has Gluten free food. However they gave me chicken and fish which is gluten free, but i am a vegetrain and i requested crew Hindu meal vegetarian, they said they will come back. .but they never showed up even i asked 2nd time. They could have compensate. I also request airline industry to have another option Gluten Free for Vegetarin people as well. Because Vegetarin people will have gluen issue...

they are deley vancouver to hankong 3 hour after honkong 20 hour stay there honkong not visa approved and they cant help to visa so we are stay in airport 20 hour even honkong staf very bad person they cant do for us 6 hour we arround they said you there you go there waste time next time i dont want to go cathay stay in honkong

Just want to do a little more clean up so does not smell like urine.

The economy seats are incredibly tight. A large percent of the traveling public will not fit. I will not fly Cathay again because of this. You are literally squeezing passengers for profit. The CEO should fly some economy flights.

Great. Efficient boarding process with the face recognition. Plenty of cabin space for luggage.

Cabin crew is very helpful and nice, it is another level of service compared to Air Canada

As before, my only problem was not being able to download my boarding passes prior to arrival at the airport. Everything else was perfect.

Better. I took an aisle seat this time. Although the overheard compartment above the seat ahead of me kept opening up during flight.

If I had blood clots, that window seat would've killed me for certain.

Short staffs, I ask stewardess to bring me cognac twice during dinner but they didn't bring it!

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

good flight. food is only so so. I actually did not eat the snack. it does not look too good on the passenger next to me.

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Pillow and blanket are dirty. My son got multiple bites during the flight

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Ground crew Tried to charge us 1200 RMB -about $160 for Carry on when checking in Wuhan, they say the suitcase is too large, but it’s the standard samsonite carry out suitcase purchased at Costco and we had no issue when we travelled to China just a month ago, same airline. They Wuhan ground crew even threatened that when we layover in Xiamen, they will charge even more. Very unprofessional and caused a lot of stress. The airline really needs to investigate it.

Never got to go because of i correct information while attempting to check in

They gave incorrect visa information causing me to purchase another flight. Only to find out later there was something that could be done to work around it.

I recently flew with Xiamen Airlines and was thoroughly disappointed with the experience. To start, the seats were incredibly uncomfortable. They were cramped with minimal legroom, making it nearly impossible to find a comfortable position during the flight. This was exacerbated by the poor seat padding, which left me with a sore back and neck by the end of the journey. The food provided was another major letdown. The meals were bland and unappetizing, and it was clear that little effort was put into the quality or presentation. Even the snacks were subpar, and there were limited options for those with dietary restrictions. The airport transfer experience was terrible. The airline’s ground staff were unhelpful and disorganized, leading to long waits and confusion. This was especially frustrating when I was already tired from the uncomfortable flight. The process was poorly managed, making the entire experience stressful and inconvenient. Lastly, the in-flight entertainment was mediocre at best. The selection of movies and TV shows was outdated, and the screens were small and low-quality. The system also experienced frequent glitches, making it difficult to enjoy even the limited options available. Overall, my experience with Xiamen Airlines was far from satisfactory. From the uncomfortable seats and bad food to the terrible airport transfer experience and mediocre entertainment, I would not recommend flying with them.

The Jakarta flight was better.. We got off the plane fast. LAX to Xiamen was a slow exit. It took half and hour to disembark.

I was not allowed to board the plane if I did not buy a forward ticket after Indonesia. They said the Indonesian government would fine the airline. This was bullshit. In Jakarta immigration did not ask for this at all. I'm trying to refund the ticket. I was put in a middle seat and I asked to be put in an side seat. They wanted $45. I said NO. Later I was put in an side sest for free. On the second plane they put me in a middle seat and when I complained. They put me in the back with three empty seats. I was able to sleep. The food was okay and I got extra portions when asked. The lack of WIFI at Xiamen airport was a pain, but that's because of the Chinese government banning foreign browsers. Xiamen gets 3 out of 5. The cost was $503: LAX to Jakarta. A bargain, but you get what you pay for.

Free meals on all flights in economy. The 737´s don’t have screens so it’s a bummer. But the selection on 787´s is wide

The plane was small and a little stuffy inside the plane.

Going to Xiamen they did not offer any wine and basically offered two food choices in tin trays. Something you would expect on a domestic flight in China not a $10k business class flight. The flight attendant admitted they also stopped paying for satellite Wi-Fi; which they used to offer and now don't - without apology. Normally I am a huge fan of a non-stop but the difference between Japanese or US carriers is a large one and well worth a stop in Korea or Japan rather than pay double for no amenities at all. The plane is nice, but the experience was below par.

Once on board, everything is perfect. The young and pretty flight attendants warmly welcome each passenger and demonstrate excellent service attitudes. As passengers board one after another, the flight attendants begin to inquire about our meal preferences. I requested to see a wine list and choose a suitable red wine. She replied that there were no menus or wine lists, but she would take a photo of the red wine options on her phone and show me later. After lunch, the flight attendants began to ask about dinner arrangements. It turns out that there were only three options for dinner: seafood, chicken, and beef, exactly the same as lunch.

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