Cheap Flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai — $314

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is Germany’s primary international hub, handling a mix of full-service carriers, long-haul flights and frequent European connections; it can be pricier than secondary airports but often offers more schedule options. Located about 12–15 km southwest of the city centre, FRA is linked by frequent regional and long-distance trains (S-Bahn and ICE) taking roughly 10–15 minutes to the central station; fares are typically in the low single digits for S-Bahn and higher for long-distance services. Taxis and ride-hailing take 20–30 minutes depending on traffic and cost more. The airport is highly connected and convenient for transfers, though it can feel busy and spread out compared with smaller terminals.

The route Frankfurt — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 12 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Lufthansa, Ryanair, EasyJet, Pegasus Airlines, Air Europa, Gulf Air, Valuair, Laudamotion, China Southern Airlines, and Aegean Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $314) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with different roles. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) functions as the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and intercontinental flights and hosting major carriers such as China Eastern, Air China and numerous global airlines; it’s generally perceived as mid-to-premium in pricing compared with regional airports. Located about 30–40 km east of the city center, transfer options include the maglev train (8–15 minutes to Longyang Road with higher fares), metro Line 2 (about 45–60 minutes at moderate cost), taxis or ride-hailing (roughly 40–60 minutes depending on traffic). PVG’s strengths are broad connectivity and modern international facilities, while distance from downtown and peak-hour congestion can be downsides. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) typically serves domestic and regional routes and acts as a hub for business and short-haul travel, with China Eastern and Spring Airlines among frequent operators; fares can often be lower for domestic sectors compared with PVG. Hongqiao sits much closer to central Shanghai—around 10–15 km west—so you can reach the city center in about 20–30 minutes by metro Line 10 or Line 2, 15–25 minutes by taxi in normal traffic, or via the integrated Hongqiao rail hub for regional trains. The airport is convenient for quick trips and transfers, offering shorter ground times, though international connectivity is more limited than at Pudong.

In different months, ticket prices from Frankfurt to Shanghai vary: minimum — $429 (February 2026), maximum — $528 (September 2026). Typically, the flight costs $458–$889.