Heraklion to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Heraklion (HER) to Shanghai (SHA) connect Greece and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,604 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include HER and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Heraklion. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Heraklion, Greece
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 8,604 km
- Typical duration
- about 12 hours
- Origin codes
- HER
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Heraklion to Shanghai
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Route overview
Heraklion to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between Greece and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are HER and SHA. Related codes: HER → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,604 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Heraklion airports and metro codes: HER.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Heraklion, other destinations from Heraklion, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Heraklion to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Heraklion to Shanghai typically take about 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Heraklion to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Heraklion and Shanghai is approximately 8,604 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Heraklion to Shanghai?
Heraklion is commonly searched with code HER (related: HER). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Heraklion to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Heraklion?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Heraklion. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,604 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Heraklion to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects Greece (Heraklion) with China (Shanghai).