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Shanghai.$964 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $964, select.

Shanghai.$988 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan, returning Sun, 18 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $988, select.

Shanghai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Shanghai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Shanghai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Shanghai.$1,036 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,036, select.

Shanghai.$1,060 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,060, select.

Shanghai.$1,074 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,074, select.

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Frankfurt to Shanghai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$964
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	11 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	51

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are return flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai is $964. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

11 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

Lufthansa, Air China and Air New Zealand fly direct from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

How many flights are there a week from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

As of December 2025, there are 51 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai is usually March.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Frankfurt, 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 $964.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai on Thursday, 12 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 13 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

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.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In December, the average temperature is usually around 9°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is China Southern. And the cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Pudong Airport is Air China.

Travelling from Frankfurt to Shanghai: what you need to know

Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
Touch down in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Around 11 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Shanghai flight.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Frankfurt.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). There are 22 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to PVG is the 13:35 China Eastern Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:05 with Lufthansa.
To ensure you make your Frankfurt to Shanghai flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Get cheap Frankfurt to Shanghai flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Frankfurt to Shanghai. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Frankfurt to Shanghai flights.

Flying from Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

If you're searching for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai, you can depart from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Fly from FRA to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) without making any stops.
You can choose from various carriers offering direct Frankfurt to Shanghai plane tickets with departures from FRA, including:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Frankfurt to Shanghai flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
- Haneda Airport (HND)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

Think about adding a stop at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). It's a popular stopover on a Frankfurt to Shanghai flight out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to get a snack at the airport.
You can get to HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 105 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance rate of 53%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 50 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Set your own pace with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during peak season, you may want to book your Frankfurt to Shanghai flight even earlier.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Once your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
After your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Crank up the music and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and drive off without missing a beat.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from SHA in advance. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

April is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to Shanghai ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Shanghai

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres to the west, top sights here include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are among the biggest draws.