Cheap Business Class Flights from Sydney to Shanghai
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Cheapest Time of Year to Fly from Sydney to Shanghai
Return fares from Sydney to Shanghai by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is March 2027, with return fares from $629 — 62% cheaper than the most expensive month (April 2027, from $1,661).
When Should You Fly to Shanghai?
Based on the fares we've tracked, March is typically the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai, with return fares from $629. April is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $1,661.
Across the year, return fares to Shanghai average around $952. If you can travel in the off-peak months of March, November and August, you'll generally pay up to 34% less than the yearly average.
Cheapest Sydney to Shanghai Return Prices
These are the cheapest prices for Sydney to Shanghai return airfares.
Average Sydney to Shanghai Return Prices
These are the average prices for Sydney to Shanghai return airfares.
Frequently Asked Questions about flying from Sydney to Shanghai
When is the cheapest time to travel from Sydney to Shanghai?The cheapest month to travel is typically March.
How much do return flights from Sydney to Shanghai cost?The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai is $766.
What is the cheapest date to fly from Sydney to Shanghai?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Sydney to Shanghai is 01 November 2026.
What is the cheapest airline that flys from Sydney to Shanghai?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Sydney to Shanghai is VietJet Air.
Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Shanghai?Juneyao Airlines and China Eastern fly direct.
How long does a direct flight from Sydney to Shanghai take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 10 hours and 10 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Shanghai?The IATA code for Shanghai is PVG. It is located in China at coordinates 31.15021, 121.8061.
When should you book flights to Shanghai?From our data, you should book flights to Shanghai 60 days out.
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