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Flying from Shanghai to Greece

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Cheapest flight ticket found	$1,094
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	11 hrs, 51 mins
Places to go	39
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	9

Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Greece

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Shanghai to Greece flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Greece? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,111. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Athens.$1,093 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Athens International on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,093, select.

Thessaloniki.$1,401 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Thessaloniki.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Thessaloniki on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,401, select.

Santorini (Thira).$1,427 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar, returning Mon, 22 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Santorini (Thira) on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,427, select.

Alexandroupolis Dimokritos.$1,521 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Emirates and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Alexandroupolis Dimokritos.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Alexandroupolis Dimokritos on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,521, select.

Chania.$1,559 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Crete Chania.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Crete Chania on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,559, select.

Kos.$1,657 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Kos.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Kos on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,657, select.

Mytilene.$1,665 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Juneyao Airlines and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Mytilene.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Mytilene on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,665, select.

Samos.$1,678 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Samos.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Samos on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,678, select.

Heraklion.$3,056 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,056, select.

Corfu.$3,280 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Corfu.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Corfu on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,280, select.

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Alternative Shanghai to Greece routes

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Flights from Shanghai to Greece FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to Greece from Shanghai?

The cheapest flight from Shanghai to Greece costs $1,094.

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

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

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

What is the cheapest Shanghai to Greece flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Shanghai to Greece is Shanghai to Athens International. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from $1,094.

Take a look at Shanghai to Athens International flights.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Greece?

The average flight time from Shanghai to Greece is 11 hours and 51 minutes.

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

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

Explore Etihad Airways flight ticket options today.

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

Cheapest flights to Greece from Shanghai

How to find cheap flights from Shanghai to Greece

$1,093 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from Shanghai to Greece.
That fare takes you from Shanghai to Athens International in Athens.
A one-way ticket starts at $587.
Not fixed on a destination? Let the lowest fares decide. Select 'Greece' in the 'To' field to find the cheapest deals by city.
With roughly 20 international airports, Greece gives you no shortage of arrival options.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' to widen your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
Book as soon as you can. You'll have more airlines, times and routes to pick from. Wait too long and you could be left with fewer options and higher costs.
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Best time to fly from Shanghai to Greece

January is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Shanghai to Greece.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with fares coming in lower during the quieter midweek period.
July, August and September are the busiest months to travel to Greece. August leads the way, making it a good time to visit if you like things on the livelier side.
January, February and March are the quietest months. March has the lowest overall travel demand and is a good choice if you'd rather skip the crowds.

Flights from Shanghai to Greece: what to expect

You can catch a flight out of Shanghai from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
At least one airport in Greece can be reached on a nonstop flight from Shanghai.
Roughly four direct flights link Shanghai with cities around Greece every week.
The main airline operating on this route is Juneyao Airlines.
When it comes to the most popular routes from Shanghai to Greece, Athens is high up on the travel wishlist.
Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 11 hours 35 minutes.

Popular places to visit in Greece

Athens

Located in Attica, this city is a leading destination for Shanghai to Greece flights. Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon and Erechtheion are must-sees for first-time visitors.
Athens International Airport (ATH) is Athens's busiest airport.
Looking for the perfect place to stay? Browse the lineup of hotels in Athens.

Heraklion

The main draws in this Crete city include Knossos Palace, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion.
The bulk of flights arrive through Crete Heraklion Airport (HER), the city's main airport.
Explore hotels in Heraklion and lock in a stay that fits your travel plans.

Thessaloniki

Well-known sights to squeeze in while you're in this part of Central Macedonia include Holy Cathedral Church of Hagia Sophia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) is the main airport for flights into the city.
From fly-in, fly-out trips to longer stays, hotels in Thessaloniki offer something for all budgets and styles.

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

Make sure you know the entry rules before you fly. Rules can change depending on your passport, reason for travel and length of stay. Always check with official sources like your airline, travel agent or the local embassy.
You'll be using the euro (EUR) for all your purchases. Debit and credit cards are accepted in the vast majority of places.
Greece has a population of about 10 million. The capital city is Athens.
Time is the same across this destination, with just one standard time zone fixed at UTC+2.
For a warmer trip to Greece, consider travelling in July.
Temperatures are often coolest around January.
Rain is more common in January, while July is usually drier.
Some of the most popular events on the local calendar include the Athens Epidaurus Festival, the Thessaloniki International Film Festival and Patras Carnival. Time your Shanghai to Greece flight around moments like these to experience something beyond the usual.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

With your cheap flight from Shanghai to Greece locked in, it's time to plan the rest of your trip. Find the best prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in Greece. You can also browse car rental options in Greece and compare offers from trusted companies in seconds.

Greece hotels and car hire

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