Sydney (Mascot) to Shanghai (Pudong) (SYD–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SYD–PVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Qantas, China Eastern Airlines and Juneyao Air lead the route. The flight covers 4,888 miles in approximately 10h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QF Qantas | 16 | 333, 33X, 359 | 10h25-10h55 | – | Oneworld | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 333, 359 | 10h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 4 | 789 | 10h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
SYD: AEST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Sydney (Mascot), it's 4:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
The Airport Link train (T8 line) runs from Central Station to the International Terminal in 13 minutes and to Domestic terminals in 10 minutes. Trains run roughly every 10 minutes from about 05:00 to midnight. The fare is AUD $20.10 from the CBD (Opal card); this includes a station access fee levied separately from standard fares.Taxis from the CBD cost AUD $45–65 depending on traffic and time of day; Uber is available from designated pick-up zones. The Eastern Distributor and Southern Cross Drive are the main road routes; the airport is about 10 km south of the CBD. Short-term parking at T1 international starts at AUD $8 for 30 minutes.
Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.
Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.
SYD–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SYD to PVG
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Qantas, China Eastern Airlines and Juneyao Air. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SYD to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SYD to PVG is about 10 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,888 miles (7,865 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 73 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Xiamen Gaoqi, Melbourne and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.