What percentage of Frankfurt to Shanghai flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 18.5% of flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai have been direct. This indicates that a significant majority of travelers on this route will typically have at least one stopover. For flights that include connections, the median number of stopovers is one.

How many hours is the flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

The direct flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai typically takes approximately 11 hours and 20 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight time of 680 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to about 16 hours and 50 minutes, or 1010 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 8858 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai come up frequently. This route is consistently observed to have favorable pricing opportunities for travelers. The frequent availability of deals suggests that travelers have regular chances to find good prices when planning their trips.

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Frankfurt to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai, the data shows that February is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $771. Following closely, May also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $801, and April presents a median fare of $841. These months represent the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for the Frankfurt to Shanghai route typically range from $826–$1419, with a median price of $1125. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

A typical journey from Frankfurt to Shanghai takes approximately 18h 30m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 8858 kilometers. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 18.5% of recent fares for this route were for direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai, meaning you will likely have at least one stop on your trip.

How much is a round trip from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Regular price: €578 - €1,017

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

The regular price range for this route is between 578 EUR and 1017 EUR. The current lowest deal is 545 EUR with Finnair, for travel from November 4 to November 30.

now 545 €

Low 578 €

High 1,017 €

The cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai is February, with a median price of 771 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 1634 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 771 €

December

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,634 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

913 €

581 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

926 €

589 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

918 €

590 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

918 €

584 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

926 €

609 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

926 €

577 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

929 € → 593 €

36%

8 nights

Oct 25 - Nov 2

826 € → 582 €

30%

12 nights

Oct 21 - Nov 2

810 € → 582 €

28%

15 nights

Oct 25 - Nov 9

808 € → 582 €

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Frankfurt - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Frankfurt to Shanghai are near the typical level of $1125.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai, with a median price of $771.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 18h 30m

The median flight time from Frankfurt to Shanghai is 18 hours 30 minutes, a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers direct flights

Air China is one airline that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

Frankfurt main airports to depart from

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a convenient option for flights to Shanghai with competitive pricing.

📍 ~12 km from Frankfurt city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~€545

Frankfurt–Hahn (HHN)

Frankfurt–Hahn offers an alternative departure point for your journey to Shanghai.

📍 ~103 km from Frankfurt city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~€608

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights to Shanghai from Frankfurt.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€545

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~€619

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From FRA

Elite

Dec 04

Shanghai, China

95% AI deal score

$2,558

$1,483

Save $1,075

Air France

Business Class

From FRA

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Dec 08

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,495

$1,441

Save $1,054

KLM

Business Class

From FRA

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Dec 29

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,502

$1,441

Save $1,061

KLM

Business Class

From FRA

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Dec 03

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,490

$1,521

Save $969

Air France

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Dec 02

Shanghai, China

94% AI deal score

$2,490

$1,521

Save $969

Air France

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Oct 09

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$17,100

$11,081

Save $6,019

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Oct 10

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$17,100

$11,081

Save $6,019

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Dec 10

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$2,496

$1,729

Save $767

Air France

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Oct 27

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$4,144

$2,731

Save $1,413

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Sep 22

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,346

$1,604

Save $742

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Sep 22

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,358

$1,604

Save $754

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From FRA

Elite

Sep 22

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,346

$1,604

Save $742

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $846. Booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days out, tends to result in higher prices, averaging around $1454. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, are more expensive, with an average price of $1037.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $826. The median price for this route over the same period was $1125. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $1419 or less. Keeping an eye out for prices below the $826 threshold can help travelers secure more favorable rates.

Historically, February, May, and April have offered the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai. February typically sees a median price of $771, while May has a median of $801. April also presents a relatively low median price of $841. These months are generally more affordable compared to the annual median price for this route, which stands at $1125.

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Frankfurt to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Regular price: €578 - €1,017

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

The regular price range for this route is between 578 EUR and 1017 EUR. The current lowest deal is 545 EUR with Finnair, for travel from November 4 to November 30.

now 545 €

Low 578 €

High 1,017 €

The cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

February

Cheapest

Flights from 771 €

December

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,634 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

913 €

581 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

926 €

589 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

918 €

590 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

918 €

584 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

926 €

609 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

FRA - Shanghai

Frankfurt (FRA) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

926 €

577 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

929 € → 593 €

36%

8 nights

Oct 25 - Nov 2

826 € → 582 €

30%

12 nights

Oct 21 - Nov 2

810 € → 582 €

28%

15 nights

Oct 25 - Nov 9

808 € → 582 €

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Frankfurt - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Frankfurt to Shanghai are near the typical level of $1125.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai, with a median price of $771.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 18h 30m

The median flight time from Frankfurt to Shanghai is 18 hours 30 minutes, a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers direct flights

Air China is one airline that offers direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

Frankfurt main airports to depart from

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a convenient option for flights to Shanghai with competitive pricing.

📍 ~12 km from Frankfurt city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~€545

Frankfurt–Hahn (HHN)

Frankfurt–Hahn offers an alternative departure point for your journey to Shanghai.

📍 ~103 km from Frankfurt city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~€608

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights to Shanghai from Frankfurt.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€545

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

92% AI deal score

$2,346

$1,604

Save $742

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Frankfurt to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Frankfurt to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Frankfurt - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Median flight time is 18h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Frankfurt main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Dec 04

Dec 08

Dec 29

Dec 03

Dec 02

Oct 09

Oct 10

Dec 10

Oct 27

Sep 22

Sep 22

Sep 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

How do I know if a Frankfurt to Shanghai flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

What percentage of Frankfurt to Shanghai flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

How often do cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai come up?

Related routes

More routes from Frankfurt

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Frankfurt to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Frankfurt to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

Frankfurt - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Median flight time is 18h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Frankfurt main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Dec 04

Dec 08

Dec 29

Dec 03

Dec 02

Oct 09

Oct 10

Dec 10

Oct 27

Sep 22

Sep 22

Sep 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How far in advance should I book a flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

How do I know if a Frankfurt to Shanghai flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai?