SYD - PVG

$271 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Pu Dong departing on 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$487
Typical prices: $476-$672
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/19Thu 5/28
SYD - PVG • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$632
Typical prices: $581-$835
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 3/19Mon 4/6
SYD - PVG • Non-stop
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SYD's kiosks expedite passport control for departures.
Use the Maglev train for a quick ride from PVG to downtown.
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Sichuan Airlines
Cheapest • from $581 (round-trip)
Cathay Pacific
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 7% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Pu Dong (SYD-PVG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to Pu Dong 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to Pu Dong

Tue, May 19 - Thu, May 28
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8:50 pm - 12:20 am
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29h 30m1 stop
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2:20 am - 7:20 am
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27h 00m2 stops
$487Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 12
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9:45 pm - 5:35 pm
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PVG
21h 50m2 stops
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6:55 am - 8:25 am
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23h 30m1 stop
$544China Southern
Tue, May 19 - Thu, May 28
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6:30 pm - 12:20 am
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31h 50m2 stops
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2:20 am - 7:20 am
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27h 00m2 stops
$553Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Thu, May 28
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10:15 am - 4:30 pm
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32h 15m3 stops
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2:20 am - 7:20 am
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27h 00m2 stops
$563Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 8
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8:40 pm - 12:40 pm
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43h 00m2 stops
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4:30 pm - 12:00 pm
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16h 30m1 stop
$577Air China
Sun, Apr 5 - Fri, Apr 10
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8:20 pm - 6:05 pm
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23h 45m1 stop
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3:10 pm - 2:15 pm
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21h 05m1 stop
$581Sichuan Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 19
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10:05 am - 12:20 am
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16h 15m1 stop
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6:20 pm - 12:35 pm
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16h 15m1 stop
$583China Southern
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 12
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21h 50m2 stops
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11:30 am - 12:35 pm
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23h 05m2 stops
$588China Southern
Tue, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 8
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40h 25m2 stops
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7:25 am - 12:00 pm
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25h 35m2 stops
$590Air China
Tue, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 8
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1:45 pm - 3:30 pm
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22h 45m2 stops
$597Air China
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Pu Dong flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Shanghai Pudong Airport, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong Airport is May, where tickets cost $546 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,180 and $764 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $602 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Sydney to Pu Dong

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

For international departures, SYD offers speedy kiosks for passport control, saving time in security lines.

PVG

Use the Maglev train for a quick 10-minute ride from PVG to downtown Shanghai, avoiding traffic.

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Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$271
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to Pu Dong

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Pu Dong based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport was $271 for a one-way ticket and $487 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sydney and Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Shanghai Pudong Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Shanghai, Cathay Pacific or China Eastern?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Shanghai are Cathay Pacific and China Eastern. With an average price for the route of $1,149 and an overall rating of 7.6, Cathay Pacific is the most popular choice. China Eastern is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,021 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    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 Pudong Airport.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. Booking your flights between Sydney and PVG can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Pudong Airport 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 Pu Dong Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $358 or less one-way and $939 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Shanghai Pu Dong.
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

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, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Friday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

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Direct returns

Shanghai Pu Dong to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Friday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Sydney to Pu Dong

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Shanghai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.6
Cathay PacificOverall score based on 1119 reviews
8.1Crew
7.9Boarding
7.8Entertainment
7.6Comfort
7.3Food
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Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
JFK - HKG
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Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

I wish there were more bathrooms available on these larger carriers.

It was good. The planes needed to be updated though, they were dated and the entertainment systems were old. Service was amazing. The pre-booked meals were lacklustre.

Super delayed. Unnecessary. Need more competent people doing logistics to keep things moving on time. Totally unacceptable.

The morning in Hong Kong was ridiculous. Very chaotic. The flight was delayed. Missed connecting flights. Kathy should be more competent in getting the planes ready ahead of time so that flights can depart on time.. totally ridiculous and unnecessary. Very poor performance.

It's basically 15 hours with an airline in economy class. There's really not much of anything that could have been done better unless I had a first class ticket. Cathay Pacific does excellent work, with a very professional, friendly and attentive crew. It's literally the only airline that I will fly to Southeast Asia.

Crew on this flight dedicate their business class service to their high priority members. They would get priority service even the seats are behind me, and meals priority service and orders. I get the left over choices. I refused to eat because I felt discriminated, never booking this airline.

The staff were so friendly and accommodating. The food was great. Lots of movies to choose from as well as tv shows. Highly recommend.

Leg room wasn't that great. Other than that it was a good flight

Issues: 1) the charging issue as described in my previous survey 2) when I requested diet coke during the breakfast time, it is not available. Why? I can't drink diet coke in the morning? 3) when I tried to transfer to this flight, its gate information was not available to me?

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers. A BIG ISSUE FOR NON-CHINESE PASSENGERS IS THE ABILITY TO CHECK IN ONLINE, by making so difficult or almost impossible there is no chance to get a seat assignment ahead of time then go to the airport and get what is left. THIS IS NOT a SKY TEAM modality.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers.

2 parts to the journey. First leg covered in a newer plane with decent staff + POOR FOOD QUALITY but the second half didn’t leave a positive impression at all as the plane itself was an older built and the crew didn’t serve properly. Language is an issue with China Eastern flights as always, but unmotivated crew just makes it even bad.

Small plane with only two lavatories at the back. You must have a good plan to use it before or after the meal, if you make a bad decision, you will end up with standing in front of the toilet for a while till the food carts empty. The good thing is even there’s a slightly delayed, the plane is still arriving on time which is superb!!

The only personel that smiled at all were the flights attendants. Desk agents, lounge people none of them had a smile or even a hello. They were like dealing with dead fish. Again flight attendants were good. All other personnel looked like they didn’t want to be there or help.

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

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