Frankfurt to Shanghai Flight Tickets

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About Frankfurt - Shanghai Flights

Find the best prices for flights between Frankfurt (Germany) and Shanghai (China) on Tripuck. We compare prices from hundreds of airlines to offer you the best options.

Frankfurt has 3 airports, while Shanghai has 2 airports. Compare flights between all airports to find the best deal.

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Frankfurt - Shanghai Flight Summary

AIRLINES
Air China, Lufthansa

Cheaper tickets are usually available on weekdays and with early bookings.

Frankfurt and Shanghai - Airport Transportation

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

How to Get to the Airport

Train: From Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (central train station), you can easily reach the airport via the S8 or S9 S-Bahn lines, RE59, RE2, RE3 regional trains, and ICE trains.


Bus: Buses departing from Frankfurt Train Station (Mannheimer Straße) provide national and international connections to Terminal 2. These buses offer a convenient alternative from the city center to the airport.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

How to Get to the Airport

Bus (Flibco and Other Operators): Direct bus services are organized from Frankfurt Central Train Station to the airport. The journey takes an average of 1 hour 44 minutes to 2 hours 1 minute. There are 54 services every day, with the first service at 00:45 and the last at 21:50.


Taxi and Transfer Services: It is possible to reach the airport by taxi from the city center. Additionally, you can benefit from transfer services that operate 24 hours.


Car Rental: You can reach the airport by renting a car from car rental companies in the city center.


Private Transfer: Private transfer services can be used with a reservation to comfortably reach the airport.


Ride-Sharing Services: Services like Uber make it possible to reach the airport from the city center. You can easily call a vehicle through the app.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

From Airport to City Center

Metro Line 2: You can use Metro Line 2 for transportation from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to the city center. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes. Services run every few minutes and generally operate from 05:30 AM to 11:30 PM.


Metro Line 10: As an alternative, you can use Metro Line 10. This line departs from Hongqiao Railway Station and takes 25-30 minutes to reach the city center. Services run every 5-10 minutes and operate from 06:00 AM to 11:00 PM.


Bus 941: Bus line 941 provides transportation from the airport to the city center. The journey takes approximately 40-50 minutes, with services running every 15-30 minutes between 06:00 AM and 10:00 PM.


Taxi: Official taxi stands are located at the terminal exits. Travel to the city center takes 20-40 minutes depending on traffic, and taxis are available 24/7. You can also book a taxi using local apps like Didi.


Car Rental: Various car rental companies are available at the airport. If you prefer to travel with your own vehicle, this option might be suitable for you.

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

From Airport to City Center

Maglev Train: You can quickly reach Longyang Road station from Shanghai Pudong Airport by Maglev train. From there, you can transfer to Metro Line 2 to continue to the city center (around People's Square). The total travel time is approximately 31 minutes. Services run every 15 minutes and operate between 07:00-23:00.


Metro (Line 2): Metro Line 2 departs from Pudong Airport's T1 and T2 terminals and provides access to major city center stations such as People's Square. The travel time is approximately 75 minutes. Services run every 10-15 minutes and operate between 06:00-23:30.


Airport Shuttle Bus: Airport shuttle buses operate routes to central points like Jingan Temple or Xinzhuang Metro with lines such as Line 1 and Line 9. The travel time is approximately 60-70 minutes. Services run every 30-60 minutes and operate between 07:00-23:00. Night services are available every 30 minutes between 23:00-05:30.


Taxi: Official taxi stands are located at Arrival Gate 12 in T1 and Arrival Gate 25 in T2. They provide access to the city center (People's Square) and the travel time can vary between 32-50 minutes depending on traffic. Taxi service is available 24 hours a day.


Car Rental: You can rent a car from the car rental offices at the airport to reach the city center or other destinations with your own vehicle. The car rental service offers a wide range of vehicles to meet all travel needs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Frankfurt - Shanghai Flights

Frankfurt to Shanghai flight ticket prices vary depending on the season, airline, and how far in advance you book. Use the search form above to see the latest prices.
For Frankfurt, you can use Frankfurt Airport (FRA), Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN), Neu Isenburg Airport (QGV). For Shanghai, you can use Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
The flight duration from Frankfurt to Shanghai varies for direct flights. Connecting flights may take longer depending on the number of layovers.
Air China, Lufthansa and China Eastern Airlines operate direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai.
Generally, off-season periods and weekdays offer more affordable tickets. Booking early can also help you save on prices.
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