Cheap Flights from Munich to Shanghai — $395

The route Munich — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 7 in total, including Lufthansa, Air China, Vueling, Pegasus Airlines, Valuair, Turkish Airlines, and Sun Express. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $395) 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.

Munich Airport (MUC) is Bavaria’s main international gateway and a major hub for full-service carriers, typically serving Star Alliance airlines alongside a mix of long-haul and European connections; low-cost carriers also operate but are less dominant. Located about 28 km northeast of central Munich, the airport is usually reached in roughly 35–45 minutes by S-Bahn lines S1 or S8, with single fares generally in the moderate range and airport express options available via regional trains or taxis (30–45 minutes, higher cost). Pros: modern terminals, wide service options and reliable public-transport links; cons: travel time to the city can be longer than at centrally located airports and transfer between terminals may require a short shuttle or walk.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and intercontinental flights and serving full-service carriers; fares from PVG can be competitive for overseas routes but usually skew higher than domestic options. It lies about 30–40 km from central Shanghai — expect 45–60 minutes by maglev plus metro or 60–90 minutes by car depending on traffic; public transit fares typically range from modest flat metro fares to higher express-service charges. Pudong offers good passenger facilities and frequent international connections, but transfers and peak-hour road links can be time-consuming. Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA) functions mainly as a domestic and regional airport with many low-cost and full-service carriers operating short-haul routes. It’s much closer to the city center (roughly 13–20 km), usually 20–40 minutes by metro or taxi; metro fares are low while taxis are slightly pricier. Hongqiao is convenient for fast domestic connections and shorter transfers, though it handles fewer long-haul options and can feel busy during rush hours.

The distance between Munich and Shanghai is 8776km (5441 miles). The average flight duration is 14h 25m. There are 15 direct flights from Munich to Shanghai. The time difference between Munich and Shanghai is 7h. Flights from Munich begin at 12:10 PM. The latest flight from Munich departs at 10:20 PM

In different months, ticket prices from Munich to Shanghai vary: minimum — $349 (September 2026), maximum — $579 (July 2027). Typically, the flight costs $461–$931.