Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt — $303

The route Shanghai — Frankfurt is served by many carriers — 11 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Lufthansa, Air China, Cathay Pacific, Hainan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Gulf Air, and Sichuan Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $303) 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: Pudong International (PVG) and Hongqiao (SHA). Pudong is the international gateway and full-service hub, typically handling long-haul and many premium carriers, while Hongqiao functions more as a domestic and regional airport with a higher share of low-cost and business-focused flights. Pudong sits about 30–40 km east of the city center; airport express trains or maglev plus metro rides usually take 30–60 minutes and can cost roughly moderate fares, with taxis and app-based cars taking longer depending on traffic. Hongqiao is much closer, around 10–15 km west, often reachable by Metro Line 2/10 in 20–40 minutes or by taxi in similar time for a typically lower fare. Pros: Pudong offers extensive international connections and full-service facilities; Hongqiao is more convenient for domestic transfers and shorter ground times. Cons: Pudong can feel distant and busier during peak international waves; Hongqiao may have fewer long-haul options and tighter transfer windows. Both airports provide a mix of transport choices and facilities, so pick based on itinerary and tolerance for surface travel time.

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is Germany’s primary international hub, serving long-haul carriers, Lufthansa’s main hub operations and many full-service alliances alongside some low-cost carriers. It sits about 12–15 km southwest of the city center, with fast rail links: the regional/long-distance train to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof typically takes 10–15 minutes and often costs in the mid-range for German rail fares; S-Bahn services take roughly 15–20 minutes with lower fares. Taxis and ride-shares can be convenient but are usually pricier and take around 20–30 minutes in normal traffic. Pros: extensive connections, frequent services and good passenger facilities; cons: can be busy and may involve longer walks between terminals.

In different months, ticket prices from Shanghai to Frankfurt vary: minimum — $291 (December 2025), maximum — $406 (April 2026). Typically, the flight costs $323–$331.