$322 Cheap Flights from Athens (ATH) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Cheap Flights from Athens to Shanghai (ATH-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $322 for one-way flights and $612 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 9
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$612 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$612
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $612 found 3 hours ago
Gulf Air
Tue, Sep 16 - Sun, Oct 12
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$624 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$624
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $624 found 3 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 31
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$646 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$646
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $646 found 21 hours ago
Air China
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 5
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$653 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$653
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $653 found 1 day ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 4
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$670 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$670
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $670 found 1 day ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 14
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$676 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$676
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $676 found 1 day ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 28
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$696 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$696
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $696 found 9 hours ago
Austrian Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 9
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$710 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$710
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $710 found 3 hours ago
Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 11
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$712 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$712
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $712 found 18 hours ago
Air France
Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 9
ATH
Athens
PVG
Shanghai
$737 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$737
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Athens to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $737 found 3 hours ago

Alternative airports near Shanghai

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Pudong Intl. PVG. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $1,218
PVG
Pudong Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $1,218
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Flights from Athens (ATH) to Shanghai (PVG)
Origin airport
Eleftherios Venizelos
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air China, Air France, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, China Eastern Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Juneyao Air, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Sichuan Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$611
Distance
5316 mi

Athens to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Athens to Shanghai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Athens to Shanghai are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Athens to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Athens to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Athens to Shanghai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Athens to Shanghai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Athens to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $322 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Athens to Shanghai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Athens to Shanghai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) cost?
Pick up cheap return tickets starting at $1602 from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a China Eastern Airlines flight leaving ATH on August 16 2025 and touching down at PVG. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ATH to PVG?
The cheapest flights from ATH to PVG are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Catch a direct flight with Juneyao Airlines and head straight from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ATH to PVG?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from ATH to PVG is China Eastern Airlines. You can take off on this route from $1053. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ATH on October 2 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
On average, there are 3 nonstop flights taking off from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) weekly. If you can't find one that works for your schedule, consider booking a flight that has a layover. Customize your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more and choose the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Flights between ATH and PVG are their busiest at 1 PM. For a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper prices, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from ATH to PVG?
Thursday offers the most flights from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The earliest flight departing from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) is at around 1:15PM UTC+2. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) at approximately 5:05AM UTC+8. The total flight duration is 9h 50m.
How long does it take to fly from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Flights from ATH to PVG have an average travel time of 9 hours and 50 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 5,300 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ATH to PVG?
Juneyao Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG), with an on-time score of 92%. Use the Expedia App to check your journey status before you jet off and get real-time updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
To avoid possible delays on the Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Shanghai from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
Compare your flight options from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). This is the only airport in Shanghai you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from ATH to PVG are typically more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to land a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book an ATH to PVG flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing an ATH to PVG flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your ATH to PVG flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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