Cheap flights from Shanghai to Osaka

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Cheapest round-trip flights $121
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Oct 23 — Sun, Oct 26
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Osaka is currently $121
Cheapest one-way flight $55
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Wed, Oct 15
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Osaka is currently $55
Last-minute weekend getaway $162
Spring Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Oct 16 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Shanghai to Osaka is currently $162
Cheapest business class flights $542
Juneyao Airlines Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Dec 18 — Sun, Dec 21
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Shanghai to Osaka is currently $542
Fastest flight 1 hr 55 min The fastest nonstop flight from Shanghai to Osaka takes 1 hr 55 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Osaka is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
February
Cheapest
Typical prices: $125–390
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $180–255

Popular airlines from Shanghai to Osaka

  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $121
    Typical price: $135–325
    49 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - KIX Every day
    28 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - KIX Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    from $258
    Typical price: $220–420
    35 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - KIX Every day
    19 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - KIX Every day
  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    from $245
    Typical price: $245–450
    34 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - KIX Every day
    36 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - KIX Every day
  • Air China
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $230–1,450
    17 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - KIX Every day
    38 weekly connecting flights
    SHA - KIX Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    13 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - KIX Every day
  • ANA
    Nonstop
    from $199
    Typical price: $255–550
    8 weekly nonstop flights
    PVG - KIX Every Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat
    169 weekly connecting flights
    PVG, SHA - ITM, KIX Every day

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • 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 12 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Popular airports near Osaka

  • Kansai International Airport (KIX)
    Osaka Japan 50 min 23 mi
  • Osaka Itami Airport (ITM)
    Osaka Japan 20 min 7 mi
  • Kobe Airport (UKB)
    Kobe Japan 47 min 16 mi
  • Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
    Nagoya Japan 2 hr 33 min 75 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Osaka

When are the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest flights from Shanghai to Osaka are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $125 to $390.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Osaka recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $121. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $55.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $121, flying from Oct 23 to Oct 26.
  • The cheapest Juneyao Airlines flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $258, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $245, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest ANA flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $199, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 12.
What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Osaka starts at $121 from Thu, Oct 23 to Sun, Oct 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $55 and departs on Wed, Oct 15.
How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Osaka?
1 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from Shanghai to Osaka.
When should you fly to Osaka, Japan?
Osaka's peak travel periods are Mar, May (especially Golden Week, which begins in late Apr), Aug, and Nov–Dec. The subtropical climate causes mild winters, humid summers and a May–Jul rainy season. Widely attended events include various cherry-blossom festivals (Apr) and the popular, longstanding Tenjin Festival (Jul), known for its music and puppetry performances, portable shrine parade, evening procession of boats and closing hand-clapping ceremony.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Shanghai to Osaka?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Shanghai to Osaka.
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 Shanghai to Osaka?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Shanghai to Osaka 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 Shanghai to Osaka.

In terms of nonstop flights, Spring is the most popular. Spring offers 49 nonstop flights and 28 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) .

In terms of flights, ANA is the most popular. ANA offers 8 nonstop flights and 169 connecting flights per week. ANA flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) , Kansai International Airport (KIX) .

Other popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Osaka are:
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 35 nonstop flights and 19 connecting flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) .
  • China Eastern offers 34 nonstop flights and 36 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) .
  • Air China offers 17 nonstop flights and 38 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) , Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 13 nonstop flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Shanghai and Osaka.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Shanghai to Osaka recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $121. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $55.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $121, flying from Oct 23 to Oct 26.
  • The cheapest Juneyao Airlines flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $258, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest China Eastern flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $245, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
  • The cheapest ANA flight from Shanghai to Osaka is $199, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 12.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
Spring, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, ANA, China Southern, JAL and Peach Aviation fly direct from Shanghai to Osaka.
  • There are 49 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 34 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 17 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 8 ANA direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Osaka at price $162 is offered by Spring from Thu, Oct 16 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
Spring, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, ANA, China Southern, JAL and Peach Aviation fly direct from Shanghai to Osaka.
  • There are 49 Spring direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 35 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 34 China Eastern direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 17 Air China direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 8 ANA direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka available?
There are direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Shanghai and Osaka start at $121 from Thu, Oct 23 to Sun, Oct 26 with Spring.
How can I find nonstop flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Shanghai to Osaka, 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 Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Osaka start at $542 from Thu, Dec 18 to Sun, Dec 21 with Juneyao Airlines.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Shanghai and Osaka start at $121 from Thu, Oct 23 to Sun, Oct 26.
How can I book business class trips from Shanghai to Osaka?
To book business class trips from Shanghai to Osaka, 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.
Are there any last-minute deals from Shanghai to Osaka next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Shanghai and Osaka starts at $162 from Thu, Oct 16 to Mon, Oct 20 with Spring.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Shanghai to Osaka?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Shanghai and Osaka at price $162 is offered by Spring from Thu, Oct 16 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Osaka?
To find last-minute flight deals from Shanghai to Osaka, 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.

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