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Shanghai Athens
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Tue, 21 May PVG - ATH
Fri, 24 May ATH - PVG
£582 £570
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Shanghai Athens
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Mon, 13 May PVG - ATH
£284 £278
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
134% Trains are 134% more expensive in Athens than in Shanghai.
Shanghai £0.44
Athens £1.03
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
289% The average meal is 289% more expensive in Athens than in Shanghai.
Shanghai £3.3
Athens £12.83
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 1.16 EUR
1 EUR = 0.87 GBP
Last checked on 04 May 2024
Distance: 5307 miles
Shanghai airports
Hongqiao (SHA) How far from city centre: 4 miles
Pu Dong (PVG) How far from city centre: 19 miles
Athens airports
E. Venizelos (ATH) How far from city centre: 12 miles

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If you are planning to visit Athens from Shanghai, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from China to Greece, Shanghai - Athens is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport SHA, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport ATH airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in Greece.

The flight duration is approximately 33 h and 20 m, covering a distance of about 8540 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Shanghai SHA to Athens ATH: Aeroflot.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Athens

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Greece. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Shanghai to Athens at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £278 for the route Shanghai - Athens. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Athens more expensive than Shanghai to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Athens costs an average of 3.42 GBP pounds, 94% more expensive than Shanghai, with a fare of 1.76 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 134% more in Athens: 1.03 GBP pounds against 0.44 GBP pounds in Shanghai. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 12.83 GBP euros in Athens, 289% more than the 3.30 GBP euros in Shanghai. The price of a coffee is approximately 2% cheaper in Athens, with an average of 2.86 GBP euros, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 2.92 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Athens?
The most popular months to book from Shanghai to Athens are February, May and March.
When would be the best time to travel from Shanghai to Athens?
The best time of the year to visit Athens from Shanghai really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, July is the best month to fly to  Athens from Shanghai in terms of searches from our customers, followed by August and May. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds January, March and May are the months with fewer searches for Shanghai -  Athens.
What is the weather like in Athens compared to Shanghai?
The average temperature in Shanghai is 37.03 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 12.0 mm ,Athens's temperatures reach 35.31 during the hot season, with 5.3 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 2.15 degrees in Athens, compared to the -2.66 average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Athens have an average of 9.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Shanghai to Athens are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Shanghai to Athens are:
  • Aeroflot, stopping in Moscow for 195 minutes at least.
Cheapest flight £278 The cheapest price available for flights from Shanghai to Athens that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season July According to search data from our customers, July is the busiest time to fly from Shanghai to Athens
Airlines that fly this route Aeroflot Airline(s) that fly fromShanghai to Athens
Best time to book February Data from our customers tells us that February is the most popular time to fly to Athens from Shanghai

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