Flying from Hamburg to Shanghai: what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Hamburg. Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Hamburg to Shanghai departing from here.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's major entry points.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
When travelling to China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Germany. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap flight from Hamburg to Shanghai.
Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Hamburg to Shanghai departing from Hamburg Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Travelling from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Hamburg to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamburg to Shanghai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 21 minutes.
After your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai, rest your head at a hotel near SHA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Shanghai
C$624 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Shanghai. Return flights start from C$967. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Hamburg to Shanghai, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Hamburg to Shanghai.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from searching for cheap flights from Hamburg to Shanghai every day.
Take advantage of filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hamburg to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai. July is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Hamburg to Shanghai in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Hamburg to Shanghai sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Shanghai, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are leading attractions which should be on any good Shanghai itinerary.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Hamburg to Shanghai. Whether you're after a compact ride, spacious sedan or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.