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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China from £517

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — SHA
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£561

One-way from

£517

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£556
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 15/10-6/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Shanghai
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 11/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£22 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 September 2025.

Wed 15/1013:45FRA - SHA
1 stop25h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/1213:35SHA - FRA
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9£561
Tue 4/1112:05FRA - SHA
1 stop17h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/1113:35SHA - FRA
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/9£588
Wed 3/1212:05FRA - SHA
1 stop17h 15mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1213:35SHA - FRA
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/9£590
Mon 10/1112:05FRA - SHA
1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 7/1213:35SHA - FRA
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/9£591
Wed 15/1012:05FRA - SHA
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1221:30SHA - FRA
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9£632
Tue 23/913:45FRA - SHA
1 stop16h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 20/1022:30SHA - FRA
1 stop38h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/9£635
Tue 9/1212:05FRA - SHA
1 stop17h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/1216:35SHA - FRA
2 stops24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/9£660
Tue 23/913:45FRA - SHA
1 stop16h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 21/1016:50SHA - FRA
1 stop20h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/9£683
Sun 7/1220:05FRA - SHA
1 stop32h 40mJapan Airlines
Tue 16/1213:10SHA - FRA
1 stop34h 50mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/9£689
Sun 2/1112:05FRA - SHA
1 stop25h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/1113:35SHA - FRA
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/9£690
Sun 7/920:10FRA - SHA
1 stop33h 15mJapan Airlines
Sat 13/912:50SHA - FRA
1 stop35h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/9£691

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Price

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 15/10

13:45-20:55

1 stop25h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/12

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£561

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/11

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/11

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£588

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 4/11

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/11

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£588

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 4/11

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/11

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£588

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 5/11

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/11

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£588

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/12

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 16/12

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£590

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 5/12

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/12

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£590

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/12

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/12

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£590

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 15/2

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/3

22:30-07:05

1 stop39h 35m

£590

Frankfurt am MainShanghai

FRA - SHA

FRASHA

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/12

12:05-12:20

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 16/12

13:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

£590

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FRA to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated 3 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Eastern from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
2.0
Mediocre

Jordan,Jun 2025

PHX - LAX

Bad. I completely lost my bags. And, I can't even get in contact with anyone to find them.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 4
2.0
Mediocre

Jordan,Jun 2025

PHX - LAX

Bad. I completely lost my bags. And, I can't even get in contact with anyone to find them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport will take you 25h 10m. The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is about 5481 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip from £494. Users have found that China Eastern is 9% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of £572). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £878). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Frankfurt to Hongqiao Intl

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China EasternCheapest£494Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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