Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main on average per week?

58 flights are operational weekly from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main as of June 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How often are flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main delayed?

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between Shanghai and Frankfurt am Main have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 250 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main?

Gulf Air, China Southern, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main

How many flights depart from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main on average per day?

8 flights are operational daily from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 51% of flights per day taking off at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main?

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main refresh daily.

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As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main.

How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Frankfurt am Main?

The required travel and health documents for your Frankfurt am Main trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Frankfurt am Main. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $854 to $967. The lowest price recently found on this route was $706.

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6:15 pm - 6:30 pm

PVG

FRA

31h 15m

1 stop

9:20 pm - 9:15 am

FRA

PVG

28h 55m

1 stop

$706Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

6:15 pm - 6:05 am

PVG

FRA

18h 50m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:15 am

FRA

PVG

16h 25m

1 stop

$707Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

6:15 pm - 6:30 pm

PVG

FRA

31h 15m

1 stop

9:20 pm - 9:15 am

FRA

PVG

28h 55m

1 stop

$708Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

11:05 am - 10:25 pm

PVG

FRA

18h 20m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 9:05 am

FRA

PVG

35h 50m

1 stop

$722KLM

Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 31

11:05 am - 1:35 pm

PVG

FRA

33h 30m

1 stop

5:35 pm - 7:05 pm

FRA

PVG

18h 30m

1 stop

$727Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 30

11:05 am - 10:25 pm

PVG

FRA

18h 20m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 9:05 am

FRA

PVG

35h 50m

1 stop

$729KLM

Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 31

3:55 pm - 6:55 am

PVG

FRA

21h 00m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 9:55 am

FRA

PVG

38h 50m

1 stop

$738Gulf Air

Mon, Jul 6 - Fri, Jul 10

8:55 am - 5:10 pm

SHA

FRA

14h 15m

1 stop

7:20 pm - 11:55 am

FRA

SHA

34h 35m

1 stop

$816Air China

Sat, Jul 11 - Sat, Jul 18

8:55 am - 5:10 pm

SHA

FRA

14h 15m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 10:00 am

FRA

SHA

13h 45m

1 stop

$817Air China

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Sep 15

1:50 pm - 6:50 am

SHA

FRA

23h 00m

1 stop

2:45 pm - 9:15 pm

FRA

SHA

24h 30m

3 stops

$932Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jul 18 - Sat, Jul 25

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Etihad Airways flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main

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Etihad Airways

Nov 19

PVG6:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

31h 15m

1 stop

FRA6:30 pmFrankfurt am Main

Nov 23

FRA9:20 pmFrankfurt am Main

28h 55m

1 stop

PVG9:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

$706

Etihad Airways

Nov 19

PVG6:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

18h 50m

1 stop

FRA6:05 amFrankfurt am Main

Nov 23

FRA9:50 amFrankfurt am Main

16h 25m

1 stop

PVG9:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

$707

Etihad Airways

Nov 19

PVG6:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

31h 15m

1 stop

FRA6:30 pmFrankfurt am Main

Nov 23

FRA9:20 pmFrankfurt am Main

28h 55m

1 stop

PVG9:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

$708

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China Southern

Jun 29

PVG6:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

18h 30m

1 stop

FRA6:50 amFrankfurt am Main

Jul 13

FRA7:20 pmFrankfurt am Main

35h 40m

2 stops

PVG1:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$835

China Southern

Jul 7

SHA8:00 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 50m

1 stop

FRA6:50 amFrankfurt am Main

Sep 16

FRA2:05 pmFrankfurt am Main

15h 15m

1 stop

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$836

China Southern

Jun 29

SHA6:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 00m

1 stop

FRA6:50 amFrankfurt am Main

Jul 13

FRA7:20 pmFrankfurt am Main

19h 10m

2 stops

SHA8:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$845

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Thu 11/19

6:15 pm-6:30 pm

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9:20 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 55m

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6:15 pm-6:05 am

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9:50 am-9:15 am

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6:15 pm-6:30 pm

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9:20 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 55m

$708

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Thu 12/17

11:05 am-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 12/31

2:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop35h 50m

$722

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Wed 12/16

11:05 am-1:35 pm

1 stop33h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

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5:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$727

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PVGFRA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/17

11:05 am-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 12/31

2:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop35h 50m

$729

ShanghaiFrankfurt am Main

PVG - FRA

PVGFRA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/6

3:55 pm-6:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 7/10

1:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop38h 50m

$738

ShanghaiFrankfurt am Main

SHA - FRA

SHAFRA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/11

8:55 am-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 7/18

7:20 pm-11:55 am

1 stop34h 35m

$816

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SHA - FRA

SHAFRA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/9

8:55 am-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/15

2:15 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 45m

$817

ShanghaiFrankfurt am Main

SHA - FRA

SHAFRA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/18

1:50 pm-6:50 am

1 stop23h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 7/25

2:45 pm-9:15 pm

3 stops24h 30m

$932

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Shanghai and Frankfurt am Main?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Frankfurt am Main?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $438. If you’re not able to fly to Frankfurt am Main in June, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main during May average around $575.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Frankfurt am Main is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $910. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Shanghai because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,818.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Frankfurt am Main?

Flying to Frankfurt am Main from Shanghai in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,005 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Frankfurt am Main are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,349. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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Fastest flight time	12h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Frankfurt am Main	2 airports

The fastest flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main takes 12h 10m

Direct flights go from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main every day.

There are 2 airports in Frankfurt am Main. From Shanghai there are direct flights to Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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How far is Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main by plane?
Frankfurt am Main is 5478.1 mi away from Shanghai. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 10m.
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As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai to Frankfurt am Main.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Frankfurt am Main?
The required travel and health documents for your Frankfurt am Main trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Frankfurt am Main. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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