Cheap Flights from Munich to Shanghai — $510

The route Munich — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 8 in total, including Lufthansa, Air China, Eurowings, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Air Serbia, SCAT, and Etihad Airways. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $510) 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.

In different months, ticket prices from Munich to Shanghai vary: minimum — $454 (November 2026), maximum — $531 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $486–$1,004.