How to get to Paris from Shanghai

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from Shanghai to Paris

How to get to Paris from Shanghai by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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flight

The best way to travel from Shanghai to Paris is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Vietnam AirlinesVN533 · VN19
    15:5021h10
    Shanghai Pudong
    7:00Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £2941One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Vietnam AirlinesVN533 · VN19
    15:5021h10
    Shanghai Pudong
    7:00Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £2941One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • China EasternMU553
    0:1512h15
    Shanghai Pudong
    6:30Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £27641One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Vietnam AirlinesVN525 · VN11
    15:1021h35
    Shanghai Pudong
    6:45Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £2941One-way
    1 change
  • Vietnam AirlinesVN525 · VN2107
    15:1032h40
    Shanghai Pudong
    17:50Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £3231One-way
    1 change
  • Air IndiaAI351 · AI147
    22:0019h15
    Shanghai Pudong
    11:15Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £3361One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Paris by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Paris are Reims, Versailles, Lille, Rouen and Orléans. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Paris on Omio.

A view of Reims

Day trip from Paris to Reims by bus

Why visit Reims for the day?

Reims is best known for its cathedral and its long connection with champagne production. Roman heritage and a compact centre give the city a grand but approachable feel.

A view of Lille

Day trip from Paris to Lille by bus

Why visit Lille for the day?

Lille is a lively northern French city with Flemish character, handsome old streets and a strong student presence. It is known for the Grand'Place, Vieux-Lille and a food scene that blends French and Belgian influences.

A view of Rouen

Day trip from Paris to Rouen by bus

Why visit Rouen for the day?

Rouen is known for its medieval centre, timber-framed houses and the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen. Set on the Seine, it also carries the history of Joan of Arc and a strong artistic legacy.

A view of Orléans

Day trip from Paris to Orléans by bus

Why visit Orléans for the day?

Orléans is best known for Jeanne d'Arc, a graceful old centre and the Cathédrale Sainte-Croix. Set on the Loire, it mixes French history with an easy-going riverside atmosphere.

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FAQs: Shanghai to Paris

Travel to Paris easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Shanghai to Paris.

FAQs
You can travel between Shanghai and Paris by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Shanghai to Paris is a flight with an average price of £1166.
The fastest way to travel from Shanghai to Paris is by flight with an average journey time of 17h 56m.
The Shanghai to Paris distance is approximately 9263 km.
The average frequency per day from Shanghai to Paris is:
  • Around 77 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Shanghai and Paris as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Shanghai to Paris:
  • Flights mostly depart from Shanghai Pudong and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Shanghai to Paris, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, China Eastern, Hainan Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, China Southern, British Airways, KLM, Gulf Air, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Cathay Pacific, Air China, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Swiss, Qatar Airways, Asiana, Air India, All Nippon Airways, Eva Air, Sichuan Airlines, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Egypt Air to go to Paris by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Shanghai to Paris:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air France, China Eastern.
Omio customers who travel from Shanghai to Paris often also extend their vacation to go to London, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Brussels, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Paris and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Shanghai to Paris, you can take a flight.
In Paris, one can explore Montmartre, renowned for its bohemian charm and the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur. Enjoy a Seine River Cruise for unique views of the city's landmarks. Visit the Latin Quarter, full of life and historic sites, or delve into the Marais, known for its boutiques and art galleries. Don't miss a show at the Moulin Rouge for an extravagant experience. Among the best sights are the iconic Eiffel Tower, the vast collection of the Louvre Museum, the Gothic splendour of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the striking Sacré-Cœur Basilica, and the monumental Arc de Triomphe on the Champs-Élysées.
Three to five days is typically sufficient to explore the main attractions in Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through neighbourhoods like Montmartre and Le Marais.

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