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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hamburg to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,089. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$906 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Finnair and Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $906, select.
Shanghai.$916 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $916, select.
Shanghai.$1,007 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,007, select.
Shanghai.$1,017 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,017, select.
Shanghai.$1,029 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,029, select.
Shanghai.$1,043 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,043, select.
Shanghai.$1,070 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May, returning Sun, 16 May.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 16 May, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,070, select.
Shanghai.$1,074 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,074, select.
Shanghai.$1,089 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,089, select.
Shanghai.$1,094 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Thu, 24 Dec.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,094, select.
Shanghai.$1,102 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jun.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,102, select.
Shanghai.$1,106 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 18 Jul.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Sat, 3 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 18 Jul, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,106, select.
Shanghai.$1,109 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May, returning Wed, 2 Jun.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,109, select.
Shanghai.$1,112 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,112, select.
Shanghai.$1,117 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,117, select.
Shanghai.$1,132 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Hamburg International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Hamburg International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,132, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hamburg to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from $1,311
Sep
from $1,089
Oct
from $1,142
Nov
from $1,017
Dec
from $1,093
Jan
from $1,152
Feb
from $1,142
Mar
from $1,111
Apr
from $1,205
May
from $1,069
Jun
from $1,102
Jul
from $1,105

Alternative Hamburg to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Hamburg to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from $1,266
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from $906
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Hamburg to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$906
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Hamburg to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Hamburg to Shanghai is $906. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Hamburg to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $906.
As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Hamburg to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Hamburg, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $906.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Hamburg to Shanghai on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Hamburg and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In August, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Finnair .

Flying from Hamburg to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai. Hamburg International Airport (HAM) and Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) are the main airports in Hamburg.

  • Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's primary gateways.

  • Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Hamburg and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your Hamburg to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Shanghai

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Hamburg to Shanghai flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Hamburg to Shanghai is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Hamburg to Shanghai is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Hamburg to Shanghai flights.

Flying from Hamburg

Hamburg International Airport (HAM)

  • We make it a breeze to book a Hamburg to Shanghai flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Hamburg International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • HAM is around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to Hamburg International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Shanghai, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to Hamburg International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)

  • LBC is about 56 kilometres from central Hamburg. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai? Check in to a hotel near Hamburg Lubeck Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • 78% of flights taking off from Hamburg Lubeck Airport meet their expected arrival time.

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is located around 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.

  • The journey will take about 40 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai, settle in at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.

  • Get the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from SHA in advance. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when the airport is busy.

  • You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • March is the quietest month for flights from Hamburg to Shanghai, while April is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Hamburg to Shanghai ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Hamburg to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its popular sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road are highlights.

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