Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is 11 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Frankfurt.
You can choose from 22 weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights. The 13:35 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest flight available. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 21:05.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your FRA to PVG flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Shanghai (and then other parts of China) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Lufthansa is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
China Eastern leads the way as the most punctual carrier for FRA to PVG flights, with 91.53% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FRA and PVG:
Beijing Capital Airport
Munich Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Rs93,654 is the best price for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs184,626. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from FRA to PVG, reserve your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FRA to PVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
When it comes to Frankfurt am Main Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from central Frankfurt, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near FRA:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car and discover corners of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.
