Travelling from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
11 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Frankfurt. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
With 35 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. China Eastern operates the earliest flight at 13:35. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from FRA to PVG is with Lufthansa at 20:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Frankfurt to PVG. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Take off and land with no stops from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are available from here.
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport leaving from FRA include:
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Frankfurt to PVG that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between FRA and PVG include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from central Frankfurt to FRA is about 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Frankfurt to PVG setting off from HHN include:
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and PVG:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can get to HHN from central Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to PVG:
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
$543 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Return flights start from $876. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Frankfurt to PVG, book your journey 9 months before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before booking a flight from Frankfurt to PVG, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Shanghai itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
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