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 $544 (from Melbourne) have been found by momondo users. In 45 reviews, momondo users have rated Hainan Airlines at an average score of 8.2/10.

Cathay Pacific Flights to Ningbo

Cathay Pacific flies to Ningbo 14 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, 1,023 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 ($629 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 05m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, then the average flight time is 9h 55m.

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21:25 - 19:40SYD-NGB

25h 15m1 stop

12:35 - 14:40NGB-SYD

23h 05m1 stop

$637Sichuan Airlines

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Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

21:25 - 19:40SYD-NGB

25h 15m1 stop

12:35 - 14:40NGB-SYD

23h 05m1 stop

$641Sichuan Airlines

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Tue, 17 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

21:25 - 19:40SYD-NGB

25h 15m1 stop

12:35 - 14:40NGB-SYD

23h 05m1 stop

$699Sichuan Airlines

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Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

12:20 - 10:55SYD-NGB

25h 35m2 stops

11:30 - 11:00NGB-SYD

20h 30m2 stops

$787China Eastern

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Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

12:20 - 17:35SYD-NGB

32h 15m2 stops

22:05 - 11:00NGB-SYD

33h 55m1 stop

$798China Eastern

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Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

14:20 - 10:05SYD-NGB

22h 45m3 stops

07:20 - 13:05NGB-SYD

26h 45m3 stops

$1,172Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

15:15 - 16:40SYD-NGB

28h 25m1 stop

08:15 - 07:30NGB-SYD

20h 15m1 stop

$1,304China Southern

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Fri, 2 Jan - Fri, 9 Jan

15:15 - 15:30SYD-NGB

27h 15m2 stops

08:15 - 07:30NGB-SYD

20h 15m1 stop

$1,374China Southern

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Fri, 2 Jan - Fri, 9 Jan

20:30 - 10:20SYD-NGB

16h 50m2 stops

12:15 - 07:30NGB-SYD

16h 15m1 stop

$1,575Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 28 Dec - Fri, 9 Jan

11:45 - 13:20SYD-NGB

28h 35m2 stops

14:30 - 07:35NGB-SYD

38h 05m2 stops

$3,632Cathay Pacific

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SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

21:25-19:40

1 stop25h 15m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

12:35-14:40

1 stop23h 05m

$637

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

21:25-19:40

1 stop25h 15m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Sat 21/3

12:35-14:40

1 stop23h 05m

$641

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/11

21:25-19:40

1 stop25h 15m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Tue 2/12

12:35-14:40

1 stop23h 05m

$699

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/11

12:20-10:55

2 stops25h 35m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Tue 2/12

11:30-11:00

2 stops20h 30m

$787

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/11

12:20-17:35

2 stops32h 15m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Tue 2/12

22:05-11:00

1 stop33h 55m

$798

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/11

14:20-10:05

3 stops22h 45m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Tue 2/12

07:20-13:05

3 stops26h 45m

$1,172

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/1

15:15-16:40

1 stop28h 25m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Fri 9/1

08:15-07:30

1 stop20h 15m

$1,304

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/1

15:15-15:30

2 stops27h 15m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Fri 9/1

08:15-07:30

1 stop20h 15m

$1,374

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/12

20:30-10:20

2 stops16h 50m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Fri 9/1

12:15-07:30

1 stop16h 15m

$1,575

SydneyNingbo

SYD - NGB

SYDNGB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/1

11:45-13:20

2 stops28h 35m

Ningbo Lishe Intl

Fri 9/1

14:30-07:35

2 stops38h 05m

$3,632

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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 $626. 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 $1,266.

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 $768. 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 $1,074.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO NINGBO FROM SYDNEY	March	36% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Ningbo costs on average just $511 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NINGBO FROM SYDNEY	December	87% more expensive	It costs about $1,491 for flights to Ningbo from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NINGBO FROM SYDNEY	April	700% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Ningbo from Sydney in April than any other month

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Summary info about Ningbo flight prices, duration and airlines

Best Round-Trip Price	$637
Fastest flight time	16h 50m

The best round-trip flight price to Ningbo from Australia in the last 72 hours is $637 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ningbo Lishe Intl).

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The fastest flight to Ningbo from Australia takes 16h 50m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ningbo Lishe Intl).

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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 $511. 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 $588.

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?

Ningbo Lishe Intl Airport has an average price of $225 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?

$127 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Ningbo. This flight is from Fukuoka and is 78% cheaper than most flights to Ningbo. To find the cheapest price to Ningbo from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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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 October 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.

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