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Flights from Shanghai to Paris

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Paris (CDG) take about 12h 5m (9,266 km). China Eastern and Air France fly it. Lowest fare seen: $761 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Paris

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Stunning nighttime aerial cityscape of Paris highlighting iconic landmarks. — arriving in Paris

Airport transfer

CDG → Paris, booked before you fly

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Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — lounges at Shanghai Pudong Airport

Shanghai Pudong Airport · 16 lounges

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Trains, buses and taxi faresCDG to Paris: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Paris →250 drop-off points, from €1.90

Things to book in Paris

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Paris

Carriers on PVG–CDG according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen✈ Air Francenonstop fare seen

Shanghai to Paris fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $758 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $336. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$92128 Oct 2026 · China Eastern	$389 · 2 stops31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$75821 Nov 2026 · China Eastern	$336 · 2 stops15 Nov 2026 · China Eastern
Dec 2026	$76631 Dec 2026 · China Eastern	$357 · 1 stop25 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$76111 Jan 2027 · China Eastern	$343 · 2 stops13 Jan 2027
Apr 2027	$82422 Apr 2027 · China Eastern	$440 · 1 stop22 Apr 2027
May 2027	$82411 May 2027 · China Eastern	$454 · 1 stop11 May 2027
Jul 2027	$8687 Jul 2027 · China Eastern	$448 · 1 stop15 Jul 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $336 for November 2026, $343 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to Paris, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Paris

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France is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to Paris flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Paris?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Paris (CDG) takes about 12h 5m, covering 9,266 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Shanghai from Paris by air?

The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Charles de Gaulle International Airport is 9,266 km (5,758 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Paris?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–CDG route include China Eastern and Air France. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Shanghai to Paris cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–CDG was $761 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 15 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Paris?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $336 one-way, against $454 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to Paris?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $352 with one stop against $761 nonstop, a saving of $409. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to France?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter France visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Paris?

France is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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