Star Alliance member Lufthansa has put out some decent business class fares for travel from Norway to China, selling business class tickets to Shanghai for as little as NOK 16,914 (~€1,454). These fares are available from Oslo and Bergen with a stop in Frankfurt or Munich each. Availability starts in September 2023.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Lufthansa with your selected flight dates.
There are several possibilities for these journeys. European flights are operated either by SAS or Lufthansa, with some itineraries from Bergen including a second stop in Oslo.
On the long-haul flights, you have three options: Flights via Munich are Lufthansa Airbus A350-900 services, with the airlines’ signature 2-2-2 business class product. The same is used on Lufthansa’s Boeing 747, that operate flights between Frankfurt and Shanghai. The best option might actually be Air China’s Airbus A350 between Shanghai and Frankfurt with contemporary 1-2-1 seating.
Generally, Travel-Dealz writers and readers are not big fans of the Lufthansa business class, even though it is definitely not bad. One reason for that is that the service is too inconsistent: From extremely friendly and quick to unfriendly and slow – everything is possible with Lufthansa, even in business class. Regarding the seats, they are mostly fine, though not really on-par with the competition anymore. That’s why the airline is now slowly installing their new Allegris seats.
Thanks to our reader Connell who gave us notice via Report a Deal!
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The fare rules don’t limit this fare to a specific sales or travel period. You need to stay at least six days or a night from Saturday to Sunday in Shanghai to get the lowest fare. Availability is fairly good from September 2023 onwards.
Google Flights will show you additional availability. While the travel dates are accurate, not all connections displayed by the tool can be booked on Lufthansa’s website. Despite that, we highly recommend purchasing your tickets there.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Mileage
Lufthansa issues tickets for all flight segments in booking class P. Star Alliance frequent flyers can earn the following mileage for a trip via Munich both ways:
- 15,684 Miles on Singapore KrisFlyer
- 15,684 Miles on ITA Volare
- 12,546 Award Miles + 2,510 PQP on United MileagePlus
- 12,546 Miles on Copa ConnectMiles
- 12,546 Miles on Thai Royal Orchid Plus
- 12,546 Award Miles on LATAM Pass
- 11,728 Miles on Air Canada Aeroplan
- 11,728 Points + 2,346 SQC on Air Canada Aeroplan 2026
- 8,782 Miles on ANA Mileage Club
- 5,520 Award Miles + 480 Points on Miles&More
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Destination
Hotel prices in Shanghai usually start at roughly €40, depending on the hotel category. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:
Information & Tips for Shanghai
Shanghai is known for its stunning skyline, with landmarks like the Oriental Pearl Tower, the Bund, and the futuristic Pudong district. The city also offers cultural sights like the Yuyuan Garden and the Shanghai Museum. The currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and credit cards are widely accepted. Shanghai is a relatively expensive city, particularly in tourist areas, but affordable options are available for food and accommodation. The weather is humid subtropical, with hot, rainy summers and mild winters, making the best time to visit during spring and autumn when temperatures are more comfortable.
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Information & Tips for China
China offers a wide range of sights, from historical landmarks like the Great Wall, the Terracotta Army, and the Forbidden City to modern cities like Shanghai and scenic areas such as Zhangjiajie and Guilin. The currency is the Chinese yuan (CNY), and mobile payments via apps like Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used, though cash is still accepted. Prices vary—major cities can be moderate to expensive, while rural areas are generally more affordable. Weather conditions differ greatly by region, with cold winters in the north, hot, humid summers in the south, and a generally best travel period in spring or autumn.
China has a highly developed transport system, especially in urban and coastal areas. Most major cities have extensive metro networks that are cheap, efficient, and easy to navigate with English signage. For travel between cities, the high-speed rail network is one of the most advanced in the world, connecting even distant regions quickly and reliably. In rural or less-developed areas, transport options can be more limited and slower, but basic bus or train connections are usually available.
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