Are there nonstop flights from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (SHA)?

No. The fastest connection is via Xiamen, about 10h 38m of total flying time.

What is the fastest connection from Sydney (SYD) to Shanghai (SHA)?

via Xiamen ≈ 10h 38m, via Hong Kong ≈ 11h 9m, via Shenzhen ≈ 11h 10m (estimated flying time, excluding layovers).

from 20,000 ANA miles, from 37,000 JAL miles (economy, one way, based on the published award charts).

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)・7,890 km

No nonstop flights. The fastest connection is via Xiamen (XMN), about 10h 38m of flying time (layover not included).

With milesANA 20,000 miles+ (via HND)JAL 37,000 miles+ (via HKG)Economy, one way, estimate. Tap a connection for miles by cabin.

None.

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Times are estimated from distance. Check schedules, frequency and availability with the airline or a booking site.