Best Price
Gulf Air
4 Sep, Fri15:20
Athens – Shanghai
1d 13h 35m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
Search Flights from Athens to Shanghai
Quick Flight Summary from Athens to Shanghai
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $ 444
- Direct flight duration 15 hour 20 min
- Arrival airports SHA / PVG
- Best days to book Sunday, Monday
- Average over the last 30 days $ 441
Cheapest flights from Athens to Shanghai
Egyptair
29 Aug, Sat13:10
Athens – Shanghai
22h 50m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
3 Aug, Mon17:45
Athens – Shanghai
1d 10h 40m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
30 Aug, Sun17:45
Athens – Shanghai
1d 10h 40m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
Shortest Flight
Egyptair
17 Aug, Mon19:35
Athens – Shanghai
15h 20m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
Turkish Airlines
7 Sep, Mon22:00
Athens – Shanghai
1d 3h 25m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
Turkish Airlines
5 Aug, Wed03:55
Athens – Shanghai
21h 30m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
Qatar Airways
24 Aug, Mon13:55
Athens – Shanghai
1d 3h 45m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
Egyptair
21 Aug, Fri19:35
Athens – Shanghai
15h 20m
1 stop
ATH–PVG
Last update: 03 August 2026 20:22
Estimated Prices for Athens to Shanghai Flights
Cheapest Day21 August Friday
Best Price
$ 444
Average Price
$ 490
$ 553
$ 444
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget Turkish Flights
- Domestic Focus
- Turkish Airlines Partner
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Athens City Center
Athens Intl. Airport
Greece's capital, Athens, is one of the cities that has effected today's world with its history and culture. With this attribute, it hosts millions of tourists from around the world. Athens' only airport, Elefterios Venizelos International Airport, however, is an important airport to which 15 million of people who visit the city arrive through.
For transportation here, you can get on the bus number 732 from the Sintagma and Omonoia squares in the city center of Athens, getting off on the third stop, Evangelimos Hospital stop and changing on to bus number X95, arriving at the airport after about an hour-long trip. X96, however, provides transportation to the Pire Port and from Pire, to the airport.
Rail System
Passing through Monastiraki and Sintagma, located in the city center, the M3 line takes you directly to the Airport. However, from the Omonoia Square you can get on the M1 line to get to Monastiraki switching to line M2 which will get you to Sintagma from where you can get on a bus to the airport.
The M3 line also can get you to important places like the Benaki museum, Athens Academy and Athens Concert hall.
Private Vehicle
Athens, unlike western European cities, does not have orderly streets and boulevards. Because of this, your chance of getting lost is very high.Attiki Road will get you to the A64 which takes you to the Airport. You can get to the Airport via private vehicle in 30 to 40 minutes and park it in the 1360 capacity parking lot.
Airport Information
Hosting more than 15 million visitors annually, the airport offers its passengers and their close ones places to spend their time fruitfully. With health and maintenance facilities located within the airport, there is also a small archaeological and Acropolis exhibition.
There are also galleries where temporary exhibitions take place in the Airport. It is rich in terms of eating, drinking and shopping. There is a large Duty Free in the airport where you can find everything related to the Mediterranean culture and cuisine.
Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport
Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.
Rail
The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.
Airport Bus
Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.
Taxi
The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.
Rental Car
The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.
Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport
Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.
Rail
Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.
You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.
Bus
Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.
Taxi
Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.
Shanghai Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Monday
3 Aug
36°28°
Tuesday
4 Aug
35°26°
Wednesday
5 Aug
34°28°
Thursday
6 Aug
32°27°
Friday
7 Aug
33°28°
Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Athens Shanghai
More Information About Shanghai
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Athens-Shanghai flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Athens-Shanghai flights?
When you search for Athens-Shanghai flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Athens-Shanghai flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Athens-Shanghai flights?
Which airports can I use for Athens-Shanghai flights?
For Athens-Shanghai flights, you can use Athens Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Athens-Shanghai and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Athens-Shanghai and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Athens-Shanghai is 8541 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 10 hour 40 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Athens-Shanghai flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Athens-Shanghai flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Athens-Shanghai flights is Sunday.
Get exclusive deals on
the Wingie app!
Scan the QR code to
download the app for free
