Flying from Shanghai to Hamburg: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Shanghai. Explore your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when searching for a flight from Shanghai to Hamburg.
Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's major gateways.
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Shanghai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Shanghai to Hamburg flight.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Hamburg
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Shanghai to Hamburg flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Shanghai to Hamburg flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
PVG is around 32 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Hamburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.11% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is around 13 kilometers from central Shanghai. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Shanghai to Hamburg? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 86% of flights departing here land precisely when expected.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to central Hamburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 10 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HAM:
Grab a Hamburg Airport rental car and explore Hamburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and star car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Hamburg Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Central Hamburg is around 56 kilometers from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Shanghai to Hamburg has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near LBC. Kick back after your Shanghai to Hamburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why run on someone else's schedule? Pick up a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Book a set of wheels here with Enterprise.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from LBC in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Hamburg
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Hamburg. June is the busiest month for a trip to Hamburg. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Shanghai to Hamburg ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hamburg to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Hamburg in January when temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Hamburg, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are must-visits when exploring Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Hamburg, now it's time to explore other corners of Germany. Journey around 257 kilometers south-east to Berlin to tick off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Essen is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 306 kilometers south-west of Hamburg. No trip is complete without dropping by Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.