Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai is 13 hours 26 minutes.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Paris.
The most popular route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can choose from 27 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to PVG is the 12:25 China Eastern service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:55 with Air France.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from CDG to Shanghai. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai. Start your trip at CDG and touch down at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Look out for deals with China Eastern. This airline has direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from CDG to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you have a passport from France, you will need a visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
CDG is about 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 44 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to CDG? If you've booked an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Shanghai
$482 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $752. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CDG to Shanghai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for flight tickets from CDG to Shanghai every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes around 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 21 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SHA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from CDG to Shanghai at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai. July is the most popular month to travel to Shanghai. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from CDG to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Shanghai to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Shanghai and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai.