Cheap Flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Athens (ATH)

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to ATH last minute?
When it comes to booking your flights, it's better to be prepared. While you could pick up a deal on a SHA to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) flight at the last minute, tickets usually don't get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to lock in a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international trips it's between three and four months.
What airports do you fly into for Athens from Shanghai?
Shanghai to Athens flights arrive at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH). Unpack your bags at your hotel and then visit some of the city's big-name sights, such as Votsalakia Beach and Marina Zeas. The airport is approximately 19 kilometers east of the center of Athens.
Can I change the date of my flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)?
It's so easy to make amendments to your Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to ATH trip yourself. Just log in to the Expedia Trips portal and click on "change flight." Look around for new flights and choose the one that works best with your plans. You'll get an estimate of the extra charges, if applicable. You can also find your way to our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

Travel information

Origin airport
Hongqiao Intl.
Destination airport
Eleftherios Venizelos
Distance
8468 km

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Shanghai to Athens Flights

Whether you’re looking for a grand adventure or just want to get away for a last-minute break, flights from Shanghai to Athens offer the perfect respite. Not only does exploring Athens provide the chance to make some magical memories, dip into delectable dishes, and tour the local landmarks, but the cheap airfare means you won’t bust your budget. So no matter whether your ideal itinerary involves flying one way, non-stop, or round trip, you’re bound to find flights that match your schedule on Expedia, and at prices that won’t shock your wallet.

Bagging a cheap flight from Shanghai to Athens may mean more dollars to spend on for one-of-a-kind souvenirs when you arrive, but it doesn’t mean you have to skimp on your travel experience, as Expedia offers a sizzling selection of cheap airlines that’ll put you in your happy place on their planes, whether that’s getting lost in a hair-raising airport thriller, dreaming on the passing landscape over a glass of bubbly, or jotting down your vacation bucket list at 38,000 feet. There’s also bound to be plenty of opportunities to snap a few photos of the high life that will make your friends green with envy. After all, enjoying the journey is part of the fun.

With so many affordable flights and so many wonderful adventures awaiting you, there’s no reason to put off booking a fantastic flight from to today. So don’t leave it to the last minute to make your dream trip a reality: pack your bags with your go-to travel accessories, put together your list of must-see attractions and can’t-miss activities, and get ready to broaden your horizons – with Expedia, the wonders of Athens are only a plane trip away. Book your travel arrangements with us today!

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