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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Athens International to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$880 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Athens International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $880, select.
Shanghai.$935 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Athens International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $935, select.
Shanghai.$936 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec, returning Sat, 13 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Shanghai.$936 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Shanghai.$939 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Athens International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $939, select.
Shanghai.$939 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $939, select.
Shanghai.$939 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Sun, 18 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Athens International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $939, select.
Shanghai.$939 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $939, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $970
Jun
from $935
Jul
from $1,054
Aug
from $1,034
Sep
from $939
Oct
from $939
Nov
from $936
Dec
from $936
Jan
from $940
Feb
from $940
Mar
from $940
Apr
from $940

Direct flights from Athens International to Shanghai

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Athens International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Athens to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$880
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Shanghai is $880. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Shanghai.
Aegean Airlines, China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Athens International to Shanghai.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Athens International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Shanghai is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Athens International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $880.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Shanghai on Saturday, 18 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Gulf Air and Aegean Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai is 11 hours 35 minutes.

  • Shanghai is six hours ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most traveled route, with four weekly flights to choose from. You can fly from ATH to PVG at 13:15 with Juneyao Airlines.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your ATH to Shanghai flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Direct Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll arrive.

  • Book your ticket with Juneyao Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from ATH to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The journey from central Athens to ATH takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ATH:

  • When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.19% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Shanghai

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai flight is $487. The cheapest price for a return flight is $880. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flights from ATH to Shanghai, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.

  • May is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ATH to Shanghai.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.

  • After stepping off your ATH to Shanghai flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Why follow someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.

  • Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Before you book your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in China, head for Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Athens to Shanghai

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