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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to Sydney Airport?
Slip into your comfiest trackie dacks, ‘cause it’s a long one. On a typical day, it takes 11 hours and 41 minutes to fly from China to Sydney. But hey, there’s always a silver lining. You’ll have plenty of time to get some decent shut-eye.
Are there non-stop flights between Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) and SYD?
We’ll get right to the point — you can’t fly direct between China and Sydney. But you can opt for one of several airlines with just one stopover. Suss out China Southern Airlines, XiamenAir, and KLM.
What airlines fly non-stop from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Mascot Airport?
Sorry to have to break it to you, but there aren’t any direct flights that go between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport and Sydney Airport. Prepare for at least one stopover. It may take a tad longer to get there, but the effort is worth it.
How many flights are flown between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
There are about 2 flights between SHA and Sydney Airport each day. That’s 2 ways to kick-start your next unforgettable escape!
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
Looking at lastminute.com.au travel demand in 2021, Wednesdays and Sundays are often the best days to book flights, when prices are generally at their cheapest. You may be tempted to wait to finalise your booking on Saturdays, but our data tells us ticket prices are actually highest on Saturdays. Something to consider when planning your next holiday!
What is the cheapest month to fly?
Here’s the lowdown on the lowest airfares: May is the cheapest month to fly. When looking at 2021 flight demand on lastminute.com.au, flights departing in May generally have the lowest ticket prices. As for the most expensive month to fly, our demand data found that on average, airfares are highest in December.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Itching to book your dream trip? We totally get it. You can start looking at flights on lastminute.com.au as early as 12 months in advance, but just keep in mind some airlines may not release all their available fares that early. But good news for last minute travellers, with 2021 lastminute.com.au data proving spontaneous travellers can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on lastminute.com.au from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Hongqiao Intl. to Kingsford Smith Intl. Flight
Origin airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Origin city name
Shanghai
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination city name
Sydney
Number of airlines serving
3
Popular airline
All Nippon Airways
Distance
7842 km

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