Are direct flights from Shanghai to Berlin always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option, as flights with one or more stops can sometimes be more affordable. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Berlin flights?

Absolutely, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying during off-peak seasons or on weekdays, rather than weekends or holidays, often results in lower fares. Even shifting your travel by a few days can sometimes lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to Berlin flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these additional fees can help you accurately budget for your trip.

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2026-10-15 – 2026-10-27
SHA - Berlin
84% AI deal score
CN¥5,161
CN¥4,383
Round trip
2026-11-09 – 2026-11-22
SHA - Berlin
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CN¥4,653
CN¥4,424
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CN¥4,524
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SHA - Berlin
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CN¥4,617
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CN¥4,635
CN¥4,659
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CN¥5,193
CN¥4,666
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CN¥5,191
CN¥4,713
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CN¥4,713
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SHA - Berlin
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Shanghai to Berlin: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Berlin

For flights from Shanghai to Berlin, fares typically range from $575–$811, with a median of $622. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 13% of recent fares from Shanghai to Berlin were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Berlin? The data indicates that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $352. Following October, March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $557, and February is another option with a median fare of $591.

Regarding direct flights from Shanghai to Berlin, most itineraries connect at least once. 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For the majority of itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Berlin? A typical journey from Shanghai to Berlin, including connections, takes approximately 18h 45m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this long-haul route.

The distance between Shanghai and Berlin is approximately 8,428 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route. This significant distance contributes to the typical journey times and fare structures observed for flights between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Berlin

Regular price: CN¥5,209 - CN¥8,621

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Berlin is CNY 5209 to CNY 8621. The current lowest deal is CNY 4408 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Dec 2-Dec 14.

now CN¥4,408

Low CN¥5,209

High CN¥8,621

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Berlin is October, with a median price of $352. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $889. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥352

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥889

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Berlin

Qatar Airways

Etihad Airways

Hainan Airlines

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Berlin

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

KLM

CN¥6,131

CN¥5,888

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

FlyAsianXpress

CN¥6,798

CN¥6,150

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

Swiss International Air Lines

CN¥5,621

CN¥5,451

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

FlyAsianXpress

CN¥6,422

CN¥6,089

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

Austrian Airlines

CN¥5,612

CN¥5,471

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Berlin

Shanghai (SHA) - Berlin (BER)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥5,236

CN¥4,624

One-way

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

12 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 29

CN¥6,447 → CN¥4,583

29%

4 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 30

CN¥6,918 → CN¥5,087

26%

12 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 31

CN¥6,515 → CN¥4,697

28%

12 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 30

CN¥6,488 → CN¥4,697

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

Shanghai - Berlin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Berlin are above the typical level, with a median price of $622.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $352.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 18h 45m with stopovers

Flights from Shanghai to Berlin typically take 18h 45m, with 1 stopover being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not common. Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Qatar Airways has offered 30 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Berlin appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International offers flights to Berlin, with prices from $660.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$660

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International provides another departure option for flights to Berlin.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$833

Berlin main airports to arrive at

Berlin Brandenburg (BER)

Cheapest

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shanghai to Berlin.

📍 ~20 km from Berlin city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$660

Airports nearby Berlin used as alternative

Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) is a major regional hub with robust flight selections and excellent rail connectivity to Berlin.

📍 ~145 km from Berlin (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$1,035

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Berlin

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Best Elite deals to Berlin

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From PVG

Elite

Dec 15

Berlin, Germany

92% AI deal score

$2,644

$1,690

Save $954

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 09

Berlin, Germany

92% AI deal score

$2,669

$1,865

Save $804

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 11

Berlin, Germany

92% AI deal score

$2,673

$1,865

Save $808

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 20

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,643

$1,862

Save $781

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 09

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,639

$1,862

Save $777

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 26

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,632

$1,862

Save $770

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 13

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,644

$1,862

Save $782

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 27

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,626

$1,862

Save $764

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 11

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,643

$1,862

Save $781

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 25

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,625

$1,862

Save $763

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 22

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,642

$1,862

Save $780

Air China, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Dec 18

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,637

$1,862

Save $775

Air China, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Berlin

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week bookings can occasionally offer better rates than weekend purchases.

Yes, comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground travel, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

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Shanghai to Berlin: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Berlin

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Berlin

Regular price: CN¥5,209 - CN¥8,621

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Berlin is CNY 5209 to CNY 8621. The current lowest deal is CNY 4408 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Dec 2-Dec 14.

now CN¥4,408

Low CN¥5,209

High CN¥8,621

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥352

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥889

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Berlin

Qatar Airways

Etihad Airways

Hainan Airlines

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Berlin

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

KLM

CN¥6,131

CN¥5,888

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

FlyAsianXpress

CN¥6,798

CN¥6,150

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

Swiss International Air Lines

CN¥5,621

CN¥5,451

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

FlyAsianXpress

CN¥6,422

CN¥6,089

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Berlin

Shanghai (PVG) - Berlin (BER)

Austrian Airlines

CN¥5,612

CN¥5,471

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Berlin

Shanghai (SHA) - Berlin (BER)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥5,236

CN¥4,624

One-way

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

12 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 29

CN¥6,447 → CN¥4,583

29%

4 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 30

CN¥6,918 → CN¥5,087

26%

12 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 31

CN¥6,515 → CN¥4,697

28%

12 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 30

CN¥6,488 → CN¥4,697

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

Shanghai - Berlin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Berlin are above the typical level, with a median price of $622.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $352.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 18h 45m with stopovers

Flights from Shanghai to Berlin typically take 18h 45m, with 1 stopover being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not common. Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Qatar Airways has offered 30 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Berlin appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International offers flights to Berlin, with prices from $660.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$660

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International provides another departure option for flights to Berlin.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$833

Berlin main airports to arrive at

Berlin Brandenburg (BER)

Cheapest

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shanghai to Berlin.

📍 ~20 km from Berlin city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$660

Airports nearby Berlin used as alternative

Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) is a major regional hub with robust flight selections and excellent rail connectivity to Berlin.

Berlin, Germany

91% AI deal score

$2,637

$1,862

Save $775

Air China, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Berlin

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Berlin

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Berlin

Shanghai to Berlin: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Berlin

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Berlin

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

Direct flights from Shanghai to Berlin

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Berlin

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

Shanghai - Berlin route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

October is historically cheapest

Typically 18h 45m with stopovers

Connecting flights are dominant

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Deals appear frequently

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Berlin main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Berlin used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Berlin

Best Elite deals to Berlin

Dec 15

Dec 09

Dec 11

Dec 20

Dec 09

Dec 26

Dec 13

Dec 27

Dec 11

Dec 25

Dec 22

Dec 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Berlin

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Berlin?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Berlin?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Shanghai to Berlin?

Are direct flights from Shanghai to Berlin always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Berlin flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to Berlin flights?

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Berlin from other cities

Shanghai to Berlin: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Berlin

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Berlin

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

Direct flights from Shanghai to Berlin

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Berlin

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Berlin

Shanghai - Berlin route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

October is historically cheapest

Typically 18h 45m with stopovers

Connecting flights are dominant

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Deals appear frequently

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Berlin main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Berlin used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Berlin

Best Elite deals to Berlin

Dec 15

Dec 09

Dec 11

Dec 20

Dec 09

Dec 26

Dec 13

Dec 27

Dec 11

Dec 25

Dec 22

Dec 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Berlin

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Berlin?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Berlin?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Shanghai to Berlin?