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Cheapest round-trip
$606
Typical prices: $691-$1,172
Vietnam Airlines, AirAsia X
Thu 9/13Sun 9/16
PVG - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$754
Typical prices: $755-$1,358
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 12/13Fri 1/5
PVG - SYD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines. Average duration is 10h 12m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 48% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $524 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pu Dong to Sydney (PVG-SYD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Pu Dong to Sydney

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16
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3:50 pm - 12:15 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 25m1 stop Hanoi Noibai
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8:50 pm - 12:20 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$606Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Jan 5
Air China Logo
7:00 pm - 3:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
10:30 am - 11:20 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
$608Air China
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Jan 6
Air China Logo
4:30 pm - 3:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
10:30 am - 9:45 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital
$609Air China
Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 15
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6:55 am - 7:25 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
10:05 am - 1:00 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$610China Southern
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Jan 5
Air China Logo
7:00 pm - 8:35 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
10:30 am - 11:20 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
$631Air China
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Jan 5
China Southern Logo
1:35 pm - 7:30 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 55m1 stop Shenzhen
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11:25 am - 12:25 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$633China Southern
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
China Southern Logo
10:05 pm - 8:25 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
3:15 pm - 1:10 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$655China Southern
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
China Southern Logo
10:05 pm - 8:25 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
3:15 pm - 1:10 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$656China Southern
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:05 am - 12:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 05m2 stops Macau Singapore Changi
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9:25 pm - 3:25 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$661Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Vietnam Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 9:15 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 05m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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11:50 am - 2:15 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 25m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$662Vietnam Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney, it is 25% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney at $477 round-trip.
  • July ($1,094) and January ($1,092) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 129% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney the cheapest?

Flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Pu Dong to Sydney

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on PVG

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on SYD

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$257
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Pu Dong to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Pu Dong to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    2 airlines operate flights between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Sydney. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • China Eastern
    • Juneyao Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    Flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney usually depart from Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Juneyao Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $524 round-trip via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), compared to $998 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Eastern and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    On the Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 40%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $695 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,142: a $447 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 0 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, morning flights for 1%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Darling Harbour, Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:15 am and lands at 10:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:55 pm and lands at 7:07 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 12m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 36% above the route average of $916. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    A nonstop flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney takes 10h 12m, covering 4,883 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $606 to $5,018. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $308, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does China Eastern’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights?

    China Eastern is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Juneyao Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights are:

    • China Eastern: 86% on time
    • Juneyao Airlines: 67% on time
    • Qantas Airways: 54% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 80% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 47m, compared with 14h 57m via Incheon Intl (ICN) and 16h 01m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Sydney?

    Sydney is 2 hours ahead of Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Bargain Car Rentals
    · East Coast Car Rentals
    · EverythingFleet
    · YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
    · No Birds

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flight?

    Round-trip flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney range from $691 to $1,172, with an average of $916 over the past 12 months. Anything below $691 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $695 - about $447 less than Saturday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney trip for December. Fares historically average $477 round-trip in that month - typically $617 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, China Eastern is the strongest pick on this route. 86% of China Eastern flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 80%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $524 round-trip on this route - about $475 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
    - Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
    - ibis budget Sydney Airport
    - Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Sydney?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Wednesday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Friday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Sunday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Thursday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

Friday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Saturday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern

China Eastern

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