Cheap flights from Shanghai to Frankfurt
5,504 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Shanghai to Frankfurt at a glance
Cheap flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Frankfurt (FRA) cover 5,504 miles (8,855 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 3 airlines flying direct — a ultra-long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 9/10.
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Flying from Shanghai to Frankfurt covers 5,504 miles (8,856 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 3 airlines offer direct flights on this ultra-long-haul international route. This is a ultra-long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 5,504 miles. Direct carriers include CA, LH and MU.
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Airlines on this route
3 airlines fly Shanghai → Frankfurt. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| CA | Direct |
| LH | Direct |
| MU | Direct |
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Shanghai to Frankfurt — quick answers
How far is Shanghai from Frankfurt by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Shanghai (PVG) to Frankfurt (FRA) is 5,504 miles (8,855 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Frankfurt?
The average nonstop flight time from PVG to FRA is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Frankfurt?
3 airlines serve this route nonstop: CA, LH, MU. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.