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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.£230 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £230, select.

Shanghai.£245 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £245, select.

Shanghai.£280 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £280, select.

Shanghai.£283 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £283, select.

Shanghai.£302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Shanghai.£331 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £331, select.

Shanghai.£338 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £338, select.

Shanghai.£339 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £339, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Frankfurt to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£230
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	11 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	49

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are return flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai is £332. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

11 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

Lufthansa, Air China and China Eastern fly direct from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

How many flights are there a week from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

As of May 2025, there are 49 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Shanghai.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai is usually May 2025.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Frankfurt, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from £332.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai on Sunday, 28 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 33 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Frankfurt to Shanghai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is SWISS. And the cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Pudong Airport is Air China.

How to find cheap flights to Shanghai from Frankfurt

Looking for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Shanghai? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

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