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Cheapest round-trip
$876
Typical prices: $888-$1,031
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Tue 10/9Thu 10/25
SHA - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$396
Typical prices: $376-$738
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Thu 10/25
SHA - ATH • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Athens (SHA-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Shanghai to Athens

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 25
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11:30 am - 10:55 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
28h 25m2 stops Beijing Capital Istanbul
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8:35 am - 3:15 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 40m2 stops Milan Malpensa Xi'an Xianyang
$876Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 25
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5:30 pm - 12:35 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 05m3 stops Kunming Changshui Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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8:35 am - 2:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23h 50m2 stops Milan Malpensa Xi'an Xianyang
$917Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 25
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8:55 am - 8:55 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
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8:35 am - 11:15 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 40m2 stops Milan Malpensa Xi'an Xianyang
$1,062Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 10
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8:35 am - 3:20 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 45m3 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Amsterdam Schiphol Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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3:20 pm - 8:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 25m3 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$1,220Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 10
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8:10 am - 1:15 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
34h 05m3 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Sharjah
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3:20 pm - 8:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 25m3 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$1,245Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 30
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1:30 pm - 8:55 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 25m1 stop Beijing Capital
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1:15 pm - 1:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,253Air China
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 10
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9:05 am - 3:50 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 45m2 stops Shenzhen London Heathrow
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3:20 pm - 8:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 25m3 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$1,264Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:25 pm - 8:55 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
18h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
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1:15 pm - 9:55 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 40m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,276Air China
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Price, demand and travel trends for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens?

Air China ($1,253) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens in the last 5 days.

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$396
Flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens

When to book flights from Shanghai to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Shanghai to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens?

    Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens usually depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens pass through Beijing Capital (PEK), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $756 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,031, a difference of $275. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens?

    A nonstop flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens takes 0h 00m, covering 5,289 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $876 to $2,949. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $505, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Athens?

    Athens is 5 hours behind Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (Eastern European Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Centauro
    • Record go
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

Your guide to booking Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $756 - about $275 less than Thursday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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