$517 Cheap Flights from Munich (MUC) to Shanghai (PVG)

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Cheap Flights from Munich to Shanghai (MUC-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $517 for one-way flights and $664 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Eastern Airlines
Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 31
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$664 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$664
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $664 found 1 day ago
FlexFlight
Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 31
ZMU
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$757 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$757
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $757 found 1 day ago
KLM
Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 30
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$758 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$758
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $758 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 23
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$762 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$762
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $762 found 2 days ago
Air China
Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 31
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$785 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$785
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air China flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $785 found 1 day ago
Finnair
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Oct 14
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$786 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$786
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Finnair flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $786 found 3 days ago
Gulf Air
Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$787 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$787
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $787 found 4 days ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 30
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$801 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$801
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $801 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Sat, Jan 3 - Wed, Jan 14
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$818 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$818
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $818 found 23 hours ago
Lufthansa
Sat, Jan 3 - Wed, Jan 14
MUC
Munich
PVG
Shanghai
$820 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$820
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from Munich to Shanghai, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $820 found 23 hours ago
Flights from Munich (MUC) to Shanghai (PVG)
Origin airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Air China, Air France, All Nippon Airways, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, EGYPTAIR, EVA Airways, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Finnair, Gulf Air, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$664
Distance
5453 mi
Average flight time
17 hours 15 mins

Munich to Shanghai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Munich to Shanghai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Munich to Shanghai are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Munich to Shanghai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Munich to Shanghai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Munich to Shanghai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Munich to Shanghai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Munich to Shanghai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $517 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Munich to Shanghai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Munich to Shanghai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) cost?
Grab cheap return tickets starting at $836 from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Air China flight leaving MUC on July 20 2025 and touching down at PVG. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MUC to PVG?
To score a cheap ticket, search for nonstop flights from MUC to PVG that depart in July. You can find a one-way Air China flight for $1344 leaving on July 23 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Catch a nonstop flight with Lufthansa and head straight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MUC to PVG?
With prices as low as $1344 for a one-way journey from MUC to PVG, Lufthansa is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MUC on July 23 2025. Prices were last updated on July 1 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
On average, you'll only find 1 direct flight taking off from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) each day. If this doesn't work for you, think about flights with layovers. Just customize your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
Flights between MUC and PVG are busiest at 10 PM. For a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper prices, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from MUC to PVG?
Friday has the most flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The earliest flight departing from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) is at around 12:00PM UTC+1. Board this plane and you'll arrive at Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) at approximately 6:00AM UTC+8. The entire trip takes 11h.
How long does it take to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
The average flight duration from MUC to PVG is 11 hours and 25 minutes, covering a total distance of 5,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MUC to PVG?
Lufthansa has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG), with an on-time rating of 84%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight status before you leave and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
To land at Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) on time, choose a flight that takes off from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Shanghai from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
If you're on a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Shanghai, Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from MUC to PVG are typically more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may score a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a MUC to PVG flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a MUC to PVG flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your MUC to PVG flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you'd like further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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