Shenzhen to Frankfurt am Main (SZX–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SZX–FRA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,666 miles in approximately 12h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China Also: LH | 3 | 773 | 11h29 | – | Star Alliance | LH |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 2 | 77F | 12h25-12h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→FRA | HKG→FRA | CAN→FRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 16 | 10 |
| Flight time | 12h 8m | 12h 31m | 11h |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, 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.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
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.
SZX–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to FRA
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and China Southern Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SZX to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to FRA is about 12 hours 8 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,666 miles (9,119 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Brussels, Beijing Daxing and Beijing Capital. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).