What percentage of Paris to Shanghai flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 9.1% of flights from Paris to Shanghai were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that the majority of routes between these two cities typically involve at least one layover. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Paris to Shanghai?

The median direct flight time from Paris to Shanghai is approximately 11 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 9267 kilometers. Flights with one stop typically take longer, with a median duration of 17 hours and 35 minutes. This difference in travel time is a key factor for travelers to consider when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Paris to Shanghai?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Paris to Shanghai. Connecting flights had a median price of $796 across the trailing quarter. Direct flights, which represented about 9.1% of the available options, had a significantly higher median price of $1071. This represents a premium of approximately 35% for choosing a direct route over a connecting one.

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Paris to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Shanghai

A typical journey from Paris to Shanghai takes about 18h 50m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 9267 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layovers you can expect on this route.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Paris to Shanghai, fares are typically $676–$1205, with a median of $875. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Paris to Shanghai, November stands out with a median fare of $698. Other cost-effective months include June, with a median of $730, and January, where the median fare is $742. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the overall median.

For flights from Paris to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 9.1% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect to have at least one stop on your journey.

How much is a round trip from Paris to Shanghai

Regular price: €562 - €879

Prices for flights from Paris to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Paris to Shanghai is between 562 EUR and 879 EUR. The current lowest deal is 527 EUR with Gulf Air for travel from Nov 1 to Nov 11.

now 527 €

Low 562 €

High 879 €

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Paris to Shanghai is November, with a median price of $698. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1418. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from 698 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,418 €

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Direct flights from Paris to Shanghai

Air France

Last-minute flights going from Paris to Shanghai

Thu, Aug 6

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CDG - Shanghai

Paris (CDG) - Shanghai (SHA)

Air France

976 €

771 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BVA - Shanghai

Paris (BVA) - Shanghai (SHA)

Ryanair

1,033 €

754 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

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BVA - Shanghai

Paris (BVA) - Shanghai (SHA)

Ryanair

1,027 €

751 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

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BVA - Shanghai

Paris (BVA) - Shanghai (SHA)

Ryanair

1,026 €

726 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

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BVA - Shanghai

Paris (BVA) - Shanghai (SHA)

Ryanair

1,027 €

749 €

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

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BVA - Shanghai

Paris (BVA) - Shanghai (SHA)

Ryanair

1,007 €

737 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Paris to Shanghai

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

979 € → 672 €

31%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

1,026 € → 726 €

29%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

982 € → 686 €

30%

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

915 € → 635 €

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Paris to Shanghai

Paris - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Paris to Shanghai are $531, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Shanghai, with a median price of $698.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 18h 50m long

Flights from Paris to Shanghai typically last 18 hours and 50 minutes, covering a long-haul distance.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with 9.1% direct flights and a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air France offers direct flights

Air France is an airline offering direct flights from Paris to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Paris to Shanghai appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

Paris main airports to depart from

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

Cheapest

Consider Charles de Gaulle Airport for flights from Paris to Shanghai, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$616

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International is a key arrival airport for flights from Paris to Shanghai, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$616

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often providing competitive pricing.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~€566

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Paris to Shanghai are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this booking window, the average price is around $802. In contrast, booking 60+ days out typically sees average prices increase to approximately $1067. Even booking 0-6 days before departure tends to result in higher average prices, at about $840.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Paris to Shanghai is considered a good deal if you find it for $676 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $875. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this point, with 75% of prices being $1205 or higher. Aiming for prices at or below the $676 threshold will help secure a favorable fare.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Shanghai, with a median price of $698. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $730. The annual median price for this route is $875, indicating that these months offer significant savings. January, while also listed, had a median price of $742.

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Paris to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Paris to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Paris to Shanghai

Regular price: €562 - €879

Prices for flights from Paris to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Paris to Shanghai is between 562 EUR and 879 EUR. The current lowest deal is 527 EUR with Gulf Air for travel from Nov 1 to Nov 11.

now 527 €

Low 562 €

High 879 €

The cheapest time to fly from Paris to Shanghai

November

Cheapest

Flights from 698 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,418 €

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