$271 Flights from Shanghai (CSHA) to Paris (PARI)

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

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai to Paris? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai to Paris: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$271
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time13 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Paris: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Paris: Paris Orly, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Beauvais.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Shanghai to Paris is $566. 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.
13 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Paris.
China Eastern, KLM and Air France fly direct from Shanghai to Paris.
There are 37 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Paris, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Paris is usually December.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Paris is Paris Charles de Gaulle – which is 14.1 miles away from the center of Paris. We've found flights to this airport from $566.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Paris on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 54 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 Paris 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 Paris is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 38°F. August is typically the warmest month in Paris, when it usually averages around 76°F. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 32°F. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Paris is KLM, and the cheapest airline that flies to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is Air France.

Flying from Shanghai to Paris: what you need to know

  • Shanghai has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Paris departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • Disembark at one of Paris's major gateways like Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Alternatively, come in for landing at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).

  • Jump on a direct Shanghai to Paris flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours 15 minutes.

  • Paris's timezone is UTC+1, making Paris seven hours behind Shanghai.

  • With 19 flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Shanghai to Paris with China Eastern Airlines at 00:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from PVG to CDG is with Air France at 22:25.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your Shanghai to Paris flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Paris

  • Lock in cheap Shanghai to Paris flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • Organize your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Shanghai to Paris. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Shanghai to Paris by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in a cheap Shanghai to Paris flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Shanghai to Paris, you can leave from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Get from PVG to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) without making any stops.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions with China Eastern Airlines. This carrier offers direct Shanghai to Paris plane tickets out of PVG.

  • We make it simple to find a Shanghai to Paris flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • Central Shanghai to PVG is around 20 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Of the departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Get more out of your vacation with a stopover on your Shanghai to Paris flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Paris:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

  • You can reach SHA from central Shanghai in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 8 miles or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Shanghai to Paris? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:

  • The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Arriving in Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 14 miles away.

  • It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shanghai to Paris. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:

  • Pick up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Paris flight.

  • CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • Central Paris is around 9 miles from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from Shanghai to Paris has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near ORY. Tuck yourself in after your Shanghai to Paris flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

  • You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 45 miles from the center of Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city center in a car once you've hopped off your flight from Shanghai to Paris.

  • The journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes when traveling by public transport.

  • Check in to a hotel near BVA and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late Shanghai to Paris flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:

  • Stay in control of the next part of your trip by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are reliable rental providers.

  • Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Shanghai to Paris to access the best deals.

  • Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Best time to go to Paris

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Paris. To escape the crowds, go to Paris in January.

  • When booking your Shanghai to Paris tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 55ºF to 84ºF.

  • Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Paris in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 28ºF and 48ºF on average.

More about Paris

Explore more of France

  • Paris will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. Around 240 miles south-east of Paris, a trip to Lyon will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.

  • Nantes is another essential stop in France and is around 210 miles south-west of Paris. No journey is complete without seeing Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.

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