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Flight deals from Marseille to Shanghai

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Shanghai.599 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Marseille on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 599 €, select.
Shanghai.600 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Marseille on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 600 €, select.
Shanghai.635 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Marseille on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 635 €, select.
Shanghai.637 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Marseille on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 637 €, select.
Shanghai.674 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Marseille on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 674 €, select.
Shanghai.674 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Marseille on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 674 €, select.
Shanghai.686 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Marseille on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 686 €, select.
Shanghai.727 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Marseille on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Marseille.Price includes taxes and charges.From 727 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Marseille to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Marseille to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from 674 €
Jul
from 727 €
Aug
from 813 €
Sep
from 635 €
Oct
from 599 €
Nov
from 859 €
Dec
from 977 €
Jan
from 948 €
Feb
from 1.010 €
Mar
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Apr
from 739 €
May
from 962 €

Direct flights from Marseille to Shanghai

Alternative Marseille to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Marseille to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Marseille to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found599 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time11 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineShanghai Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Marseille to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Marseille to Shanghai is 599 €. 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.
11 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Marseille to Shanghai.
Shanghai Airlines and China Eastern fly direct from Marseille to Shanghai.
As of June 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Marseille to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Marseille to Shanghai is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Marseille Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from 599 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Marseille Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 14 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 45 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 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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, British Airways and Shanghai Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours.

  • The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Marseille, where Marseille Provence Airport is located.

  • With two weekly flights between the two airports, Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Shanghai Airlines operates the earliest flight at 21:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from MRS to PVG is with Shanghai Airlines at 22:45.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your MRS to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your journey at MRS and fly nonstop to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai tickets.

  • Shanghai Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from MRS to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • MRS is about 19 kilometres from central Marseille. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near MRS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:

  • 73.25% of flights that take off from Marseille Provence Airport arrive at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Shanghai

  • 342 € is currently the best price for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket starts at 599 €. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MRS to Shanghai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MRS to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your MRS to Shanghai flight:

  • Crank up the tunes and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and drive off without missing a beat.

  • Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Shanghai in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book a Marseille Provence Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MRS to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

Plan the rest of your trip from Marseille to Shanghai

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