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Connecting route · Germany → China

Flights from Frankfurt to Lijiang

There are no direct flights from Frankfurt to Lijiang. The easiest way is one stop via Shanghai or Guangzhou, about 16h 15m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 15h 28m
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Frankfurt to Lijiang at a glance

Fastest journey15h 28mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Shanghai or Guangzhou

Best ways to fly from Frankfurt to Lijiang

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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FRA Shanghai (PVG) LJG
Leg 1: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Lufthansa · Leg 2: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air
One airline, one ticket ~16h 15m
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FRA Guangzhou (CAN) LJG
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~15h 28m
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FRA Shenzhen (SZX) LJG
Leg 1: Air China · Leg 2: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air
Same alliance ~15h 42m
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FRA Beijing (PKX) LJG
Leg 1: Air China · Leg 2: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~15h 52m
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FRA Bangkok (BKK) LJG
Leg 1: Condor, Thai Airways · Leg 2: Ruili Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~16h 33m
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FRA Hong Kong (HKG) LJG
Leg 1: Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa · Leg 2: Hong Kong Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~16h 46m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
7,867 km4,885 miles
Journey time
15h 28mestimate
Time difference
+7hLijiang vs Frankfurt
Currency in Lijiang
CNY
Airports
FRA, HHN → LJG

Flights from Frankfurt to Lijiang: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Lijiang?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Lijiang?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 15h 28m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,867 km.
Where do you change planes between Frankfurt and Lijiang?
The best connecting points are Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), Shenzhen (SZX) and Beijing (PKX). Air China flies both legs via Shanghai, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Frankfurt and Lijiang?
Frankfurt: Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN). Lijiang: Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG).
What is the time difference between Frankfurt and Lijiang?
Lijiang is 7 hours ahead of Frankfurt.

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