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Flights Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main

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Cheap flights Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main

Below you can see the best deals on flights Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 17 July, from AED 978.

Top 10 cheap flights Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main

Direct flights Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main

Direct flight options for Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by CK — travel time is 6 h.

Top 10 direct flights Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main

About the Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main flight

On this page, you can find and book flights for the Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main route. The flight connects China's largest metropolis with the financial heart of Germany, covering a distance of about 8,839 km, with a flight frequency of up to 19 flights per week.

Regular departures are provided by airlines such as Air China, China Eastern, and Lufthansa. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals. Before your trip, it is worth checking in advance how to get to the airport at your departure point and how to get from the airport to the center of Frankfurt.

Flight schedule Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main

The table shows direct flights Shanghai → Frankfurt am Main on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 11 h 40 min. Regular flights are operated by Lufthansa, China Eastern, Air China and CK. Departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport airports, arrivals at Frankfurt Airport and Frankfurt-Hahn Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 978 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,766 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Shanghai → Frankfurt am Main, average one-way price

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
JanAED 2,013lowMayAED 2,492highSepAED 2,396medium
FebAED 2,061lowJunAED 2,636highOctAED 2,300medium
MarAED 2,109lowJulAED 2,779highNovAED 2,156low
AprAED 2,252mediumAugAED 2,731highDecAED 2,684high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in Frankfurt am Main is temperate: the warmest month is August, with an average maximum temperature of 25.1°C, while the coolest and rainiest is January. In early summer and mid-autumn, the weather is often dry and comfortable for walking.

Fare analysis shows that the most budget-friendly deals are available in July — AED 1,212 and October — AED 1,227. Prices peak in May, when the cost of the flight increases significantly and starts AED 2,014.

June is an optimal choice for booking: the flight will cost AED 1,248 under very favorable weather conditions. We recommend avoiding bookings for the second half of December, when demand and prices reach their peak.

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How to get the best deal on a Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main ticket

  • Use the low-price calendar on this page to compare departures on nearby dates, as the price difference can be significant even within a single week.
  • For this transcontinental route spanning over 8,000 km, it is more advantageous to book flights with full-service carriers like Lufthansa or Air China, where meals and baggage are often already included in the base fare.
  • Consider mid-week departure options — Tuesday or Wednesday are often cheaper than weekends and holidays.
  • Keep an eye on the price trend chart: buying a ticket 2–3 months before your planned departure from Shanghai usually allows you to find the most balanced deal in terms of price.

Airlines

Several major carriers operate on the Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main route, including national leaders Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and Lufthansa. There are approximately 19 regular flights per week, with both direct flights and options with convenient connections available. A detailed schedule by day of the week and flight details for each airline are provided in the interactive list below.

  • LufthansaLH
    8x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 38764.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight PVG → FRA8x/week
      Duration
      12h 34m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    39.7%Open →
  • China EasternMU
    6x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 803116M pax/year
    • Direct flight PVG → FRA6x/week
      Duration
      11h 48m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    31.0%Open →
  • Air ChinaCA
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 905128M pax/year
    • Direct flight PVG → FRA5x/week
      Duration
      11h 24m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    27.6%Open →
  • CKCK
    1x/week
    • Direct flight PVG → FRA1x/week
      Duration
      6h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    1.7%

Cities and airports on the Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main route

Flights Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and arrive at Frankfurt Airport and Frankfurt-Hahn Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

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Shanghai

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About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country China
Arrival

Frankfurt am Main

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Germany
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Germany
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Frequently asked questions about the Shanghai — Frankfurt am Main flight

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main?

A direct flight covering 8,839 km takes an average of 10.5–11 hours. Travel time with transfers depends on the selected route and the duration of the layover.

Which airlines fly on this route?

Regular passenger flights are operated by Air China, China Eastern, and Lufthansa. A full list of carriers with their schedules is available in the airlines section on this page.

Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there are direct non-stop flights on this route, which is the fastest and most convenient way to reach Germany.

How much does the cheapest ticket cost?

Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can find the current minimum for the coming year in the low-price calendar and the price trend chart above.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

The main point of arrival is Germany's largest aviation hub — Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

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