Flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt
Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Frankfurt (FRA) take about 11h 34m. China Eastern and Lufthansa fly it. Lowest fare seen: $470 one-way, nonstop (8 Oct 2026).
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Fares seen from $470 one-way (8 Oct 2026). Live prices for your dates on the booking site.
Route snapshot: Shanghai to Frankfurt
Shanghai (PVG) to Frankfurt (FRA) is 8,859 km, about 11h 34m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include China Eastern and Lufthansa. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $470 with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 5 Nov 2026 — as of 8 Oct 2026.
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Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $470 with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 5 Nov 2026; with connections it dropped to $341. Checked 8 Oct 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Frankfurt has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include China Eastern and Lufthansa. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Shanghai to Frankfurt
Carriers on PVG–FRA according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 8 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.
Best time to fly to Frankfurt
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Germany is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Shanghai (PVG) and Frankfurt (FRA), taking about 11h 34m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on PVG–FRA was $470 USD (nonstop) as of 8 Oct 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Frankfurt, Germany
Flights arrive at Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 8 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.
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