Cheap flights from Tokyo to Shanghai
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Tokyo to Shanghai and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $180 |
Spring Japan
Nonstop
4 hr
Thu, Dec 11 — Wed, Dec 17
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is currently $180 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $93 |
Jetstar
Nonstop
4 hr
Wed, Jan 7
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The cheapest one-way flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is currently $93 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $242 |
Spring Japan
Nonstop
4 hr
Thu, Nov 27 — Mon, Dec 1
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The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Tokyo to Shanghai is currently $242 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $693 |
ANA
Nonstop
4 hr
Thu, Feb 12 — Fri, Feb 20
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The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is currently $693 | |
| Fastest flight | 3 hr 5 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Tokyo to Shanghai takes 3 hr 5 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Tokyo to Shanghai per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
| October Cheapest
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Typical prices: $170–370 |
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| July Most expensive
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Typical prices: $265–340 |
Popular airlines from Tokyo to Shanghai
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Tokyo to Shanghai in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- China EasternNonstopfrom $308Typical price: $305–56049 weekly nonstop flightsHND, NRT - PVG, SHA Every day28 weekly connecting flightsNRT - PVG, SHA Every day
- Air ChinaNonstopTypical price: $295–62028 weekly nonstop flightsNRT - PVG Every day111 weekly connecting flightsHND, NRT - PVG, SHA Every day
- ANANonstopfrom $280Typical price: $445–78028 weekly nonstop flightsHND, NRT - PVG, SHA Every day8 weekly connecting flightsHND - PVG Every Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat
- JALNonstopfrom $376Typical price: $415–81028 weekly nonstop flightsHND, NRT - PVG, SHA Every day7 weekly connecting flightsHND - PVG Every day
- Shanghai AirlinesNonstopTypical price: $345–81014 weekly nonstop flightsHND - PVG, SHA Every day
- SpringNonstopfrom $223Typical price: $225–44511 weekly nonstop flightsHND, NRT - PVG Every day4 weekly connecting flightsNRT - PVG, SHA Every Wed, Sun
Popular airports near Tokyo
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Tokyo center and popularity with travelers.
- Haneda Airport (HND)Tokyo Japan 31 min 11 mi
- Narita International Airport (NRT)Tokyo Japan 1 hr 12 min 42 mi
- Sendai Airport (SDJ)Sendai Japan 4 hr 14 min 183 mi
- Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)Nagoya Japan 4 hr 19 min 170 mi
Popular airports near Shanghai
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Shanghai center and popularity with travelers.
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)Shanghai China 29 min 8 mi
- Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)Hangzhou China 2 hr 13 min 93 mi
- Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)Wuxi China 1 hr 35 min 64 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Tokyo to Shanghai
When are the cheapest days to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest flights from Tokyo to Shanghai are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $170 to $370.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring Japan from $180. The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar from $93.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest China Eastern flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $308, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
- The cheapest ANA flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $280, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 17.
- The cheapest JAL flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $376, flying from Jan 11 to Jan 20.
- The cheapest Spring flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $223, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 15.
What are the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to Shanghai starts at $180 from Thu, Dec 11 to Wed, Dec 17. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $93 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
How long does it take to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?
3 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Tokyo to Shanghai.
When should you fly to Shanghai, China?
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Tokyo to Shanghai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai.
In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 49 nonstop flights and 28 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Narita International Airport (NRT) , Haneda Airport (HND) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
In terms of flights, Air China is the most popular. Air China offers 28 nonstop flights and 111 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
Other popular airlines flying from Tokyo to Shanghai are:
In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 49 nonstop flights and 28 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Narita International Airport (NRT) , Haneda Airport (HND) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
In terms of flights, Air China is the most popular. Air China offers 28 nonstop flights and 111 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
Other popular airlines flying from Tokyo to Shanghai are:
- ANA offers 28 nonstop flights and 8 connecting flights per week. ANA flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
- JAL offers 28 nonstop flights and 7 connecting flights per week. JAL flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
- Shanghai Airlines offers 14 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Haneda Airport (HND) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
- Spring offers 11 nonstop flights and 4 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Narita International Airport (NRT) , Haneda Airport (HND) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring Japan from $180. The cheapest one-way flight was with Jetstar from $93.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest China Eastern flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $308, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
- The cheapest ANA flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $280, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 17.
- The cheapest JAL flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $376, flying from Jan 11 to Jan 20.
- The cheapest Spring flight from Tokyo to Shanghai is $223, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 15.
Which airlines have direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
JAL, China Eastern, ANA, Shanghai Airlines, Peach Aviation, Spring, Juneyao Airlines, Air China, China Southern and Jetstar fly direct from Tokyo to Shanghai.
- There are 49 China Eastern direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 Air China direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 ANA direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 JAL direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 11 Spring direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tokyo and Shanghai at price $242 is offered by Spring Japan from Thu, Nov 27 to Mon, Dec 1.
Which airlines have direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
JAL, China Eastern, ANA, Shanghai Airlines, Peach Aviation, Spring, Juneyao Airlines, Air China, China Southern and Jetstar fly direct from Tokyo to Shanghai.
- There are 49 China Eastern direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 Air China direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 ANA direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 JAL direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 11 Spring direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
When are direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai available?
There are direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Tokyo and Shanghai start at $180 from Thu, Dec 11 to Wed, Dec 17 with Spring Japan.
How can I find nonstop flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Tokyo to Shanghai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Tokyo and Shanghai start at $693 from Thu, Feb 12 to Fri, Feb 20 with ANA.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Tokyo and Shanghai start at $180 from Thu, Dec 11 to Wed, Dec 17.
How can I book business class trips from Tokyo to Shanghai?
To book business class trips from Tokyo to Shanghai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Tokyo to Shanghai next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Tokyo and Shanghai starts at $242 from Thu, Nov 27 to Mon, Dec 1 with Spring Japan.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Tokyo to Shanghai?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tokyo and Shanghai at price $242 is offered by Spring Japan from Thu, Nov 27 to Mon, Dec 1.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Tokyo to Shanghai?
To find last-minute flight deals from Tokyo to Shanghai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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