Frankfurt to Shanghai flights
Direct and connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai take?
Flight time from Frankfurt (FRA) to Shanghai (PVG) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Frankfurt to Shanghai?
Airline availability for FRA to PVG changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Shanghai?
Direct (nonstop) availability on FRA to PVG varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- CAO100
- China Eastern Airlines94
- Lufthansa88
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Lufthansa | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| China Eastern Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| CAO | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning FRA → PVG
FRA to PVG is a long-haul route of 8,859 km (5,505 mi). See the return PVG → FRA route.
Alternative airports near Frankfurt: Egelsbach (QEF) — 10 km, Wiesbaden (WIE) — 17 km, Hanau (ZNF) — 33 km.
Alternative airports near Shanghai: Shanghai (SHA) — 45 km.