Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai to Cologne?

Flights from Shanghai to Cologne may depart from several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Flights usually arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai to Cologne?

Only Business Class is available on flights from Shanghai to Cologne.

Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai to Cologne pass through?

Most connecting flights from Shanghai to Cologne pass through Istanbul (IST), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai to Cologne?

On the Shanghai to Cologne route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 12%. Sunday is the cheapest day at 829 € return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 942 € – a 112 € difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Cologne?

Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Köln Hauptbahnhof, Lanxess Arena, and Kölner Dom. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Shanghai to Cologne?

A direct flight from Shanghai to Cologne takes 0h 00m, covering 14.246 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai to Cologne?

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.

Have flight prices from Shanghai to Cologne changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 697 € to 2.085 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Shanghai to Cologne looking right now?

One-way fares from Shanghai to Cologne are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 837 €, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Shanghai and Cologne?

Cologne is 6 hours behind Shanghai (Central European Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)?

Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 13 € for economy cars. Top options include: • Flex To Go • Wheego • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Cologne?

Turkish Airlines (697 €) offered the cheapest return ticket from Shanghai to Cologne in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Shanghai to Cologne?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of 864 €. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Shanghai to Cologne, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for Shanghai to Cologne stopovers at 543 minutes over the past 3 months.

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22:55 - 17:10PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

25h 15m1 stop Istanbul

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30h 25m1 stop London Stansted

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9:20 - 21:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

17h 45m2 stops Beijing Capital Stockholm Arlanda

20:50 - 5:20CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 30m1 stop Manchester

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31h 05m1 stop Istanbul

874 €Turkish Airlines

Tue, 6. Oct - Sun, 11. Oct

1:35 - 0:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

28h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

17:25 - 4:55CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Tbilisi Intl Shimkent

876 €Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19. Oct - Sun, 25. Oct

7:55 - 18:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-CGN Cologne Köln/Bonn

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How much is a return flight from Shanghai to Cologne?

Return flights from Shanghai to Cologne start at 697 €. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 823 € to 942 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 697 € on Turkish Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai to Cologne?
Flights from Shanghai to Cologne may depart from several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Flights usually arrive at Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai to Cologne?
Only Business Class is available on flights from Shanghai to Cologne.
Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai to Cologne pass through?
Most connecting flights from Shanghai to Cologne pass through Istanbul (IST), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai to Cologne?
On the Shanghai to Cologne route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 12%. Sunday is the cheapest day at 829 € return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 942 € – a 112 € difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Cologne?
Some of the most popular sights in Cologne are Köln Hauptbahnhof, Lanxess Arena, and Kölner Dom. These are among the most viewed places in Cologne on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Shanghai to Cologne?
A direct flight from Shanghai to Cologne takes 0h 00m, covering 14.246 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai to Cologne?
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.
Have flight prices from Shanghai to Cologne changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 697 € to 2.085 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Shanghai to Cologne looking right now?
One-way fares from Shanghai to Cologne are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 837 €, which is 53% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Cologne?
Cologne is 6 hours behind Shanghai (Central European Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)?
Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 13 € for economy cars. Top options include:
• Flex To Go
• Wheego
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average 829 € – about 112 € less than Thursday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cologne Köln/Bonn Airport.
- Leonardo Hotel Köln Bonn Airport
- Hotel Spiegel
- Art Hotel Köln

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