Shanghai (Pudong) to Frankfurt am Main (PVG–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVG–FRA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,505 miles in approximately 10h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 68 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 77W | 11h50 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 6 | 77F | 11h19-11h53 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 12:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Chinese passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Germany. Apply at the German embassy or a VFS Global visa centre in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, or Shenyang. The short-stay visa costs EUR 80 and allows stays up to 90 days within a 180-day window. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days on average.
Required documents: completed application form, two biometric photos, travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage, round-trip flight reservation, proof of accommodation, and proof of financial means. Bank statements from the last 3 months are standard. Employment letters with salary and approved leave dates are expected for employed applicants. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the planned Schengen exit date with 2 blank pages.
Germany is one of the higher approval-rate Schengen countries for Chinese applicants. If Germany is your main destination in a multi-country trip, submit your application there even if you enter the Schengen area through another country.
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
PVG–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to FRA
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 55 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to FRA ranges from 10 hours 55 minutes to 13 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,505 miles (8,859 km). There are approximately 55 weekly flights outbound and 52 return, totaling 107 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
68 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via GYD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.