Flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 35 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens six hours behind Shanghai.
Each week, there are five Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 01:25 Juneyao Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 01:35 with Juneyao Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PVG to ATH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Athens (and then seeing more of Greece!) is a snap with Juneyao Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport.
Juneyao Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Juneyao Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for PVG to ATH flights, with 81.82% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PVG and ATH include:
Istanbul Airport
Munich Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
Rs89,841 is the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs167,357. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from PVG to ATH by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PVG to ATH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart PVG arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Shanghai Pudong Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PVG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're coming in on a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ATH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Athens International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Athens International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PVG to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.


