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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Munich to Shanghai:

• Earliest: departs at 11:10 and lands at 22:34
• Latest: departs at 22:15 and lands at 9:39.

The flight takes about 11h 24m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Munich to Shanghai:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Munich to Shanghai takes 11h 24m, covering 14.077 km.

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.

Return flights from Munich to Shanghai range from 680 € to 940 €, with an average of 787 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 680 € counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the 787 € route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 617 € return via Shimkent (CIT), compared with 865 € for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 90 €–90 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Night is the busiest departure period on Munich to Shanghai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Munich to Shanghai flights:

• Air China
• Lufthansa

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Munich to Shanghai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 481 €, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

Flights from Munich to Shanghai usually depart from Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

One-stop flights from Munich to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

• Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) – 41% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 24% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 8% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Munich to Shanghai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 724 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 861 €, a difference of 136 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Munich and Shanghai. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Lufthansa
• Air China

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 04m, compared to 15h 15m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 15h 29m via Shimkent (CIT).

Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Munich (China Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Munich to Shanghai flights:

• Air China: offers free seat selection
• Lufthansa: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air China: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.