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There are currently no direct flights between Duesseldorf Intl Airport and Shanghai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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DUS - PVG
Cheapest • 1% average savings
DUS - SHA
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When to book
13 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH)
Cheapest • Avg 628 € (return)
Vienna Intl (VIE)
Shortest trip • 15h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Düsseldorf to Shanghai (DUS-SHA)

 
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DUS  Düsseldorf Airport-CN2 London Canonbury
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai at 618 € return.
•July (849 €) and August (848 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai flights

Low season

May
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.

When to book flights from Duesseldorf Intl to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Duesseldorf Intl to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    A direct flight from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 14.234 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai flight?

    Return flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai range from 655 € to 856 €, with an average of 731 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 655 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 49% above the route average of 731 €. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai usually depart from Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 683 € return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 802 €, a difference of 119 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 25m, compared to 15h 40m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 15h 48m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Duesseldorf Intl Airport and Shanghai?

    Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Duesseldorf Intl Airport (China Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are Shanghai National Exhibition Convention Center (NECC), French Concession, and Shanghai New International Expo Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average 683 € – about 119 € less than Thursday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Duesseldorf Intl Airport to Shanghai trip for January. Fares historically average 618 € return in that month – typically 231 € less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

    · Dazhong Airport Hotel
    · Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

    Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

    · Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    · Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
    · Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

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