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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Geneva Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,093. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Geneva

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Geneva flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Shanghai to Geneva

Shanghai to Geneva: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Geneva below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Geneva.

Shanghai to Geneva: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$870
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time12 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Geneva: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Geneva is $870. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Geneva.
China Eastern flies direct from Shanghai to Geneva.
As of March 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Geneva.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Geneva is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Geneva Airport on Wednesday, 16 December 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Geneva but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Geneva is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Shanghai to Geneva Airport (GVA): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Shanghai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Geneva Airport (GVA) jetting off from here.

  • Take a direct Shanghai to Geneva Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 35 minutes.

  • Geneva Airport is located in Geneva. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Shanghai.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Geneva Airport (GVA) is the busiest route. You can choose from 4 direct weekly services between PVG and GVA.

  • Your flight from Shanghai to GVA won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Shanghai to Geneva Airport (GVA) out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • China Eastern Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Shanghai to Geneva Airport departing from PVG.

  • The most frequently booked airline between PVG and GVA is China Eastern.

  • China Eastern ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 94.74% of services arriving on schedule.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to GVA leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

    • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • Travelling from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Geneva Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart PVG arrive at their destination on time.

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Break up your flight from Shanghai to Geneva Airport with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). A major connection between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and GVA, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to GVA flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:

  • Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 85% of them landing within the expected time frame.

  • The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Geneva Airport (GVA)

Getting from Geneva Airport (GVA) to central Geneva

  • Geneva Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Geneva. How long it'll take to get to the centre by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 10 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Geneva Airport (GVA)

  • Currently, $519 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Geneva Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $870. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to GVA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Shanghai to Geneva Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Shanghai to GVA.

  • Save money on your flight from Shanghai to Geneva Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Geneva Airport (GVA)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. November is the quietest month to go to Geneva. March is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Geneva Airport (GVA), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • The warmest month in Geneva is August, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Shanghai to GVA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Geneva Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 7ºC.

More about Geneva

  • Start your Geneva trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Geneva Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. CERN, Jets d'eau and The Geneva Water Fountain are attractions you won't want to skip in Geneva.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Geneva is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres northeast of Geneva, a visit to Zurich will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera.

  • Around 193 kilometres northeast of Geneva, Basel is another favourite stop in Switzerland. Start your sightseeing at Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.

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