Cheapest flight ticket found	$1,075
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	13 hrs, 16 mins
Places to go	50
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	47

Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to France

Looking for the cheapest ticket prices to France from Shanghai? We can help you pick the cheapest month to fly.

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Shanghai to France flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to France? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,318. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Paris.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.

Nice.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Nice.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Nice on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.

Marseille.$1,343 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Marseille.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Marseille on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,343, select.

Toulouse.$1,407 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Toulouse.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Toulouse on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,407, select.

Bordeaux.$1,412 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Tue, 29 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Bordeaux.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Bordeaux on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,412, select.

Lyon.$1,424 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Mon, 21 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Lyon.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Lyon on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,424, select.

Nantes.$2,286 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Nantes.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Nantes on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,286, select.

Clermont-Ferrand.$2,291 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Clermont-Ferrand.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Clermont-Ferrand on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,291, select.

Strasbourg.$2,305 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Strasbourg.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Strasbourg on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,305, select.

Biarritz.$2,328 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Biarritz.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Biarritz on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,328, select.

Ajaccio.$2,337 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Ajaccio.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ajaccio on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,337, select.

Montpellier.$3,011 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Montpellier.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Montpellier on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,011, select.

Bastia - Corsica.$3,028 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Bastia - Corsica.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Bastia - Corsica on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,028, select.

Rennes.$3,425 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Rennes.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Rennes on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,425, select.

Calvi.$3,686 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with China Southern and Luxair.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Calvi.Inbound indirect flight with Luxair, departs from Calvi on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,686, select.

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Flights from Shanghai to France FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to France from Shanghai?

The cheapest flight from Shanghai to France costs $1,075.

Explore the different prices of flights from Shanghai to France and find the best option for you.

When is it the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to France?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to France is October. See if any of these flights in October suit you.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to France flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Shanghai to France is Shanghai to Paris Charles de Gaulle. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from $1,075.

Take a look at Shanghai to Paris Charles de Gaulle flights.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to France?

The average flight time from Shanghai to France is 13 hours and 59 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies to France from Shanghai?

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to France from Shanghai is Etihad Airways.

Explore Etihad Airways flight ticket options today.

If this airline doesn't suit you, the second cheapest airline is Shanghai Airlines.

Cheapest flights to France from Shanghai

How to find cheap flights from Shanghai to France

The cheapest return flight from Shanghai to France is currently $1,075.
You'll be travelling from Shanghai into Paris Charles de Gaulle in Paris with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest available price right now is $554.
Happy to let the deals decide your next stop? Enter 'France' in the 'To' field to discover the lowest fares across different cities.
There's no shortage of ways to arrive in France, with around 40 airports to choose from.
To compare more prices, select 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
Get the flight you want at the price you want by booking in advance. Leave it late and you might have to compromise on cost, timing or airline.
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Best time to fly from Shanghai to France

If you're trying to spend less, October is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to France.
Midweek travel can often be a smart move. Fares are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than at the weekend.
June, July and August mark the height of the travel season in France, with July the most popular of the three. Go then for a livelier experience and plenty of activity.
Alternatively, avoid the peak season rush by checking out flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.

Flights from Shanghai to France: what to expect

You can choose from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) when planning your flight from Shanghai.
Around two airports throughout France can be reached on a nonstop flight from Shanghai.
Roughly 21 direct flights connect Shanghai with cities around France every week.
Settle in for the journey with any of these top airlines:
When it comes to the most popular routes from Shanghai to France, Paris and Marseille are easy favourites.
Looking for the quickest way there? Marseille has the shortest flight time at around 12 hours 30 minutes. Marseille has the longest at roughly 12 hours 30 minutes.
Across all routes, the average journey takes around 13 hours 10 minutes.

Popular places to visit in France

Paris

Located in Île-de-France, this city is a leading destination for Shanghai to France flights. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay are key stops for first-time visitors.
You can travel to Paris through Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Browse the lineup of hotels in Paris and pair your trip with a stay that fits your style.

Nice

The main draws in this Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur city include Prom. Des Anglais, Plage de Nice and old nice.
Touch down at Nice Airport (NCE) and go straight from arrivals to discovering the sights.
Browse hotels in Nice and lock in a stay that fits your plans.

Lyon

Fête Des Lumières, Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon are major sights to tick off while you're in this corner of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Lyon Airport (LYS) is the city's main airport, with routes linking it to popular destinations throughout the region and beyond.
Whether you want something no frills or full of flair, hotels in Lyon offer options for every kind of trip.

Visiting France for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Know the entry rules before you fly. Rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and reason for travel. Always check with reliable sources like your airline, the local embassy or your travel agent.
You'll be using the euro (EUR) for all your purchases. Credit and debit cards are accepted in the vast majority of places.
Paris is the capital of France, which has a population of roughly 67 million.
You won't need to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with only one standard time zone of UTC+1 in place.
For a warmer trip to France, consider travelling in August.
Time your visit for around January if you'd rather be there when it's cooler.
July tends to be the driest month, while January has the most rain.
The most well-known events on the local calendar include Bastille Day, the Tour de France cycling race and Nice Carnival. Time your Shanghai to France flight around occasions like these to experience something beyond the everyday.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

Locked in that cheap flight from Shanghai to France? Now decide where you'll rest your head and how you'll travel around. Explore the range of hotels in France and filter your search by price, location and more. Also browse car rental options in France and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.

France hotels and car hire

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