Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Compare fares and flight options for Shanghai — Frankfurt. Prices can change; check availability when searching.

Cheapest one way flight

$306

AirAsia X

2 layovers

1d 18h 15m

02/26/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt departs on 02/26/2027, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $306

Cheapest round trip flight

$763

Etihad Airways

1 layover

2d 12h 5m

01/19/2027

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt departs on 01/19/2027, is operated by Etihad Airways and costs $763

Fastest option found

18h 5m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt takes 18h 5m

Weekdays with direct offers

4 days

Direct offers were found on these weekdays: We, Th, Fr, and Sa.

Earliest departure found

1:35 AM

Latest departure found

11:00 PM

Straight-line city distance

8830km

The found offers from Shanghai to Frankfurt depart between 1:35 AM and 11:00 PM, in the origin city’s time zone. The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Frankfurt is 8830km.

Direct-flight weekdays and the fastest option are based on the offers found.

Duration and departure times are based on found offers, not the full schedule. Times use the origin city’s time zone.

Airfare from Shanghai to Frankfurt by month

In different months, ticket prices from Shanghai to Frankfurt vary: minimum — $382 (March 2027), maximum — $448 (September 2027). Typically, the flight costs $412–$413.

March 2027

Lowest price

Lowest price:

$382

September 2027

Highest price

Lowest price:

$448

Lowest price

Price dynamics

Flight prices from Shanghai to Frankfurt barely change from month to month. You can comfortably choose any convenient dates — there won't be a significant overpayment.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in January 2027–March 2027 (averaging $384) and slightly more in September 2027–October 2027 ($442). But overall, the difference is small.

Best time to buy

On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 13%. Book whenever it's convenient.

Price predictability

Monthly price variation is just 7.1%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.

Airlines operating on route

Compare the options found for Shanghai — Frankfurt by airline: China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Lufthansa, AirAsia X, Spring Airlines, VietjetAir, China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways. This selection covers 10 carriers. The cheapest ticket found is $306.

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $364

starting at $499

starting at $601

starting at $306

starting at $385

starting at $387

China Southern Airlines

starting at $397

Shenzhen Airlines

starting at $447

Etihad Airways

starting at $448

Qatar Airways

starting at $599

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

11/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU257

starting at $480

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

12/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU219

starting at $486

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

11/26/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CA7325

starting at $499

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

11/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CA935

starting at $507

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

02/26/2027

Departure

Direct flight

LH729

starting at $601

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

02/27/2027

Departure

Direct flight

LH729

starting at $601

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

01/14/2027

Departure

Direct flight

LH6229

starting at $667

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

04/01/2027

Departure

Direct flight

CA935

starting at $678

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

01/02/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU219

starting at $823

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

01/09/2027

Departure

Direct flight

CA935

starting at $1,390

Direct flight offers from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Direct offers from Shanghai to Frankfurt were found for these airlines: China Eastern Airlines and Lufthansa: Th, Fr, and Sa; Air China: We, Th, and Sa.

Weekdays and prices come from the offers found. This is not a complete schedule; availability and flight frequency can change.

China Eastern Airlines

Th, Fr, and Sa

starting at $480

Air China

We, Th, and Sa

starting at $499

Lufthansa

Th, Fr, and Sa

starting at $601

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

SHA

14km

Frankfurt airports overview

Frankfurt Airport

FRA

Major international hub serving Frankfurt and central Germany, with extensive global and European connections, multiple terminals, and direct rail links to the city center.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport

HHN

95km

Serving the Frankfurt region from Rhineland-Palatinate about 120 km west of the city, it handles low-cost, cargo and charter flights with bus and rail links to Frankfurt and nearby towns.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Frankfurt according to data for the last 48 hours costs $306

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

The lowest prices in the available monthly data for Shanghai — Frankfurt are in: March, January, October. Prices can change.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

The shortest duration among the offers found for Shanghai — Frankfurt is 18 hours 5 minutes, including connections if present.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

Direct flight offers from Shanghai to Frankfurt were found for: China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Lufthansa

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Frankfurt

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Alternative routes

Changzhou ➜ Frankfurt Hangzhou ➜ Frankfurt Zhoushan ➜ Frankfurt Ningbo ➜ Frankfurt Nanjing ➜ Frankfurt Nantong ➜ Frankfurt Wuxi ➜ Frankfurt Yiwu ➜ Frankfurt Yancheng ➜ Frankfurt Yangzhou ➜ Frankfurt Shanghai ➜ Cologne Shanghai ➜ Kaiserslautern Shanghai ➜ Kassel Shanghai ➜ Mannheim Shanghai ➜ Paderborn Shanghai ➜ Leverkusen Shanghai ➜ Strasbourg

Price dynamics

Flight prices from Shanghai to Frankfurt barely change from month to month. You can comfortably choose any convenient dates — there won't be a significant overpayment.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in January 2027–March 2027 (averaging $384) and slightly more in September 2027–October 2027 ($442). But overall, the difference is small.

Best time to buy

On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 13%. Book whenever it's convenient.

Price predictability

Monthly price variation is just 7.1%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

11/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU257

starting at $480

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

12/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MU219

starting at $486

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

11/26/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CA7325

starting at $499

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

11/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

CA935

starting at $507

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

02/26/2027

Departure

Direct flight

LH729

starting at $601

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

02/27/2027

Departure

Direct flight

LH729

starting at $601

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

01/14/2027

Departure

Direct flight

LH6229

starting at $667

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

04/01/2027

Departure

Direct flight

CA935

starting at $678

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

01/02/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MU219

starting at $823

Shanghai — Frankfurt

SHA — FRA

01/09/2027

Departure

Direct flight

CA935

starting at $1,390

Cheapest one way flight

$306

AirAsia X

2 layovers

1d 18h 15m

02/26/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt departs on 02/26/2027, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $306

Cheapest round trip flight

$763

Etihad Airways

1 layover

2d 12h 5m

01/19/2027

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt departs on 01/19/2027, is operated by Etihad Airways and costs $763

Fastest option found

18h 5m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt takes 18h 5m

Weekdays with direct offers

4 days

Direct offers were found on these weekdays: We, Th, Fr, and Sa.

Earliest departure found

1:35 AM

Latest departure found

11:00 PM

Straight-line city distance

8830km

The found offers from Shanghai to Frankfurt depart between 1:35 AM and 11:00 PM, in the origin city’s time zone. The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Frankfurt is 8830km.

Direct-flight weekdays and the fastest option are based on the offers found.

Duration and departure times are based on found offers, not the full schedule. Times use the origin city’s time zone.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Frankfurt according to data for the last 48 hours costs $306

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

The lowest prices in the available monthly data for Shanghai — Frankfurt are in: March, January, October. Prices can change.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

The shortest duration among the offers found for Shanghai — Frankfurt is 18 hours 5 minutes, including connections if present.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Frankfurt?

Direct flight offers from Shanghai to Frankfurt were found for: China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Lufthansa

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Compare airlines, prices, and flight durations for your trip

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Cheapest one way flight

$306

AirAsia X

2 layovers

1d 18h 15m

02/26/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$763

Etihad Airways

1 layover

2d 12h 5m

01/19/2027

Fastest option found

18h 5m

Weekdays with direct offers

4 days

Earliest departure found

1:35 AM

Latest departure found

11:00 PM

Straight-line city distance

8830km

Airfare from Shanghai to Frankfurt by month

March 2027

Lowest price:

$382

September 2027

Lowest price:

$448

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Direct flight offers from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Frankfurt airports overview

Frankfurt Airport

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Frankfurt

Alternative routes

March 2027

Lowest price:

$382

September 2027

Lowest price:

$448

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Cheapest one way flight

$306

AirAsia X

2 layovers

1d 18h 15m

02/26/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$763

Etihad Airways

1 layover

2d 12h 5m

01/19/2027

Fastest option found

18h 5m

Weekdays with direct offers

4 days

Earliest departure found

1:35 AM

Latest departure found

11:00 PM

Straight-line city distance

8830km