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Cheapest return flight
£772
Typical prices: £809-£1,065
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Mon 3/12Mon 17/12
SHA - ATH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£417
Typical prices: £279-£658
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Fri 12/1
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 return flight deals from Shanghai to Athens

Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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19:50 - 11:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 20m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:00 - 19:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chongqing Jiangbei Intl
£772Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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07:10 - 01:20SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 10m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:35 - 20:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Fuzhou
£829XiamenAir
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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07:10 - 01:20SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 10m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:35 - 20:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Fuzhou
£842XiamenAir
Wed, 13 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
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19:35 - 11:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 35m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Doha Hamad Intl
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19:00 - 19:15ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Guangzhou Baiyun
£1,219Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
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19:50 - 11:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 20m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:00 - 19:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chongqing Jiangbei Intl
£2,178Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
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19:50 - 11:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
21h 20m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:00 - 19:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chongqing Jiangbei Intl
£3,069Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

XiamenAir (£829) offered the cheapest return ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens flights

Cheapest flight

£417
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    A direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens takes 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, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £772 to £3,069. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 £417, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £21 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Centauro
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

  • 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).

  • 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.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Athens. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £561 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,063, a difference of £502.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Athens is 6 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 popular places can I visit in Athens?

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

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £561, about £502 less than Thursday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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