Which airlines fly to Ningbo?

There may be other airlines that fly to Ningbo from Australia, but the most popular among our users are China Eastern, China Southern, XiamenAir and Cathay Pacific. These airlines should offer flights to Ningbo on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in Australia.

Hainan Airlines Flights to Ningbo

Hainan Airlines is a popular choice for users travelling to Ningbo. It operates 21 flights every week to Ningbo, most often flying from Changsha Huanghua Intl. Hainan Airlines ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as $517 (from Melbourne) have been found by momondo users. In 53 reviews, momondo users have rated Hainan Airlines at an average score of 8.1/10.

Cathay Pacific Flights to Ningbo

Cathay Pacific flies to Ningbo 13 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Ningbo from Hong Kong Intl. Cathay Pacific (rating: 7.6, 1,060 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Ningbo from. The best Cathay Pacific ticket price found on momondo to Ningbo was from Brisbane ($815 return).

How long does it take to fly to Ningbo?

The flight from Australia to Ningbo depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (a popular airport in Australia) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (the most popular airport in Ningbo), then the flight time is 10h 10m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, then the average flight time is 9h 55m.

$707 Cheap Flights to Ningbo in 2025/26

Look for other cheap flights to Ningbo Lishe Intl

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Australia to Ningbo

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

11:25 - 22:55SYD-NGB

14h 30m1 stop

22:10 - 09:25NGB-SYD

32h 15m1 stop

$707China Southern

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

22:00 - 16:40SYD-NGB

21h 40m1 stop

16:45 - 07:30NGB-SYD

35h 45m1 stop

$709China Southern

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

12:30 - 08:20SYD-NGB

22h 50m1 stop

17:15 - 10:25NGB-SYD

14h 10m1 stop

$713XiamenAir

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

12:20 - 17:35SYD-NGB

32h 15m2 stops

22:05 - 11:00NGB-SYD

33h 55m1 stop

$729China Eastern

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

12:20 - 13:55SYD-NGB

28h 35m2 stops

22:05 - 11:00NGB-SYD

33h 55m1 stop

$730China Eastern

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

12:20 - 10:55SYD-NGB

25h 35m2 stops

07:40 - 11:00NGB-SYD

24h 20m2 stops

$732China Eastern

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

12:20 - 10:55SYD-NGB

25h 35m2 stops

11:30 - 11:00NGB-SYD

20h 30m2 stops

$733China Eastern

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

12:20 - 23:15SYD-NGB

37h 55m3 stops

07:40 - 11:00NGB-SYD

24h 20m2 stops

$1,116China Eastern

Find Deal

Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

Fly from

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

11:25-22:55

1 stop14h 30m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

22:10-09:25

1 stop32h 15m

$707

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

22:00-16:40

1 stop21h 40m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

16:45-07:30

1 stop35h 45m

$709

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

12:30-08:20

1 stop22h 50m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

17:15-10:25

1 stop14h 10m

$713

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

12:20-17:35

2 stops32h 15m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

22:05-11:00

1 stop33h 55m

$729

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

12:20-13:55

2 stops28h 35m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

22:05-11:00

1 stop33h 55m

$730

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

12:20-10:55

2 stops25h 35m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

07:40-11:00

2 stops24h 20m

$732

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

12:20-10:55

2 stops25h 35m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

11:30-11:00

2 stops20h 30m

$733

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

12:20-23:15

3 stops37h 55m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

07:40-11:00

2 stops24h 20m

$1,116

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

21:00-10:05

1 stop16h 05m

$2,876

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

21:00-10:05

1 stop16h 05m

$2,879

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 12 resultsSorted by cheapest first

Ningbo flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your Ningbo flight to craft the best travel plan

Prices

Other information

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Ningbo?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Ningbo from Australia. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $625. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Ningbo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,263.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Ningbo?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Australia to Ningbo when you can find flight prices for as low as $767. Flying to Ningbo in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Ningbo is at midday when prices are around $1,071.

Cheapest flights to Ningbo Lishe Intl

Find the cheapest flights to Ningbo Lishe Intl from your nearest city or airport

Find flights from Sydney to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO NINGBO FROM SYDNEY	March	31% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Ningbo costs on average just $510 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NINGBO FROM SYDNEY	December	103% more expensive	It costs about $1,488 for flights to Ningbo from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NINGBO FROM SYDNEY	April	900% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Ningbo from Sydney in April than any other month

Cheap Ningbo flight deals and tips

Summary info about Ningbo flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$2,876
Best Round-Trip Price	$707
Fastest flight time	16h 05m

The best one-way flight price to Ningbo from Australia in the last 72 hours is $2,876 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ningbo Lishe Intl).

Search Deals

The best round-trip flight price to Ningbo from Australia in the last 72 hours is $707 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ningbo Lishe Intl).

Search Deals

The fastest flight to Ningbo from Australia takes 16h 05m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ningbo Lishe Intl).

Search Deals

Frequently asked questions about flying to Ningbo

What is the cheapest month to fly to Ningbo?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Ningbo. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $510. If you are unable to visit Ningbo during the month of March, then departing from Australia during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $586.

Is there an alternative airport near Ningbo?

Those flying to Ningbo could potentially find better pricing at Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport (10 km from Ningbo city centre), Zhoushan Airport (79 km from Ningbo city centre), Hangzhou Airport (114 km from Ningbo city centre), Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (143 km from Ningbo city centre) or Taizhou Luqiao Airport (147 km from Ningbo city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Ningbo?

Taizhou Luqiao Airport has an average price of $319 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Ningbo. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Ningbo?

$177 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Ningbo. This flight is from Osaka and is 74% cheaper than most flights to Ningbo. To find the cheapest price to Ningbo from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport is 5 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Ningbo?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Ningbo. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Can I find flights to Ningbo with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Ningbo to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Ningbo?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Ningbo, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.