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Flight deals from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$904 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $904, select.
Shanghai.$983 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $983, select.
Shanghai.$1,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,035, select.
Shanghai.$1,035 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,035, select.
Shanghai.$1,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan, returning Tue, 27 Jan.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,035, select.
Shanghai.$1,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,035, select.
Shanghai.$1,035 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,035, select.
Shanghai.$1,035 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,035, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,202
Jul
from $1,241
Aug
from $1,697
Sep
from $1,044
Oct
from $1,051
Nov
from $983
Dec
from $1,136
Jan
from $1,035
Feb
from $1,070
Mar
from $1,037
Apr
from $1,035
May
from $1,035
Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:August

Direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong

Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Paris to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$904
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time12 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week35

Finding cheap flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong is $904. 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.
12 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, KLM and Air France fly direct from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong.
As of June 2025, there are 35 flights per week flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Shanghai Pudong is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Wednesday, 24 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 29 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 Shanghai Pudong 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern and Air France offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours.

  • Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Paris and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Choose from 27 weekly Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 12:25 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest available. Air France operates the last service of the day at 23:55.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CDG to PVG flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Air France is your gateway to discovering Shanghai (and perhaps some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air France.

  • Air France is the most punctual carrier that offers CDG to PVG flights, with 79.63% of its services arriving as planned.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CDG and PVG:

    • Brussels Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Manchester Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Right now, $519 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $904. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from CDG to PVG by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • August is the cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CDG to PVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Charles de Gaulle Airport, data shows 61.46% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Charles de Gaulle Airport from central Paris, it'll take about 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near CDG. Whether you have an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Shanghai in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CDG to PVG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from Paris to Shanghai

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