Flights Osaka — Shanghai

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

Flights are operated by China Eastern, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and several other carriers.

Cheap flights Osaka — Shanghai

Below you can see the best deals on flights Osaka — Shanghai for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 4 July, from AED 771.

Top 10 cheap flights Osaka — Shanghai

Direct flights Osaka — Shanghai

Direct flight options for Osaka — Shanghai with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Air China — travel time is 1 h.

Top 10 direct flights Osaka — Shanghai

About the Osaka — Shanghai flight

On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Osaka — Shanghai route. The distance between the cities is 1,365 km, with flight frequency reaching up to 132 flights per week. To plan your trip, you can also find information on how to get to Osaka airport and how to get from Shanghai airport to the city center.

Flights are operated by carriers such as Juneyao Airlines, Air China, and China Eastern. Ticket prices are dynamic; therefore, we recommend using the low-price calendar and seasonality chart on this page to find the best deals.

Return route:return route: flights Shanghai → Osaka

Flight schedule Osaka — Shanghai

The table shows direct flights Osaka → Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines. Departures from Kansai International Airport, Itami Airport and Kobe Airport airports, arrivals at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Osaka — Shanghai

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Osaka — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 328 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 945 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Osaka → Shanghai, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 852	high	May	AED 878	high	Sep	AED 652	medium
Feb	AED 878	high	Jun	AED 602	low	Oct	AED 802	high
Mar	AED 702	medium	Jul	AED 827	high	Nov	AED 627	low
Apr	AED 752	medium	Aug	AED 852	high	Dec	AED 777	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

According to weather data, the hottest period in Shanghai is July and August, with average highs around 32°C. The lowest temperatures are recorded in January (down to 2.2°C), and peak rainfall occurs in June, which sees up to 15 rainy days per month.

From a budget perspective, the most affordable tickets are available in September, starting AED 328. The most expensive month to fly from Osaka is June, when the minimum cost starts AED 945.

The optimal time for a trip is considered October or November: during these months, temperatures are comfortably moderate, rainfall is minimal, and flight prices remain stable, ranging AED 385 or AED 428.

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How to get the best deal on a Osaka — Shanghai ticket

Both full-service carriers (Japan Airlines, ANA) and low-cost airlines operate on this route, making it possible to find tickets AED 328 when booking in advance.
Due to the high flight frequency (over 130 per week), mid-week departures are often cheaper than weekend flights—be sure to check nearby dates in the low-price calendar.
Pay attention to baggage allowances with budget carriers like Spring Airlines, as basic fares often include only carry-on luggage.
To track the best deals, use the price trend chart on the page, which clearly shows seasonal fluctuations in cost.

Airlines

More than 10 airlines operate on the Osaka — Shanghai route, with the main carriers being China Eastern Airlines, Air China, and Juneyao Airlines. Most flights are direct, providing a stable connection with a total frequency of about 132 departures per week. Detailed information about schedules and flight options for each airline can be found in the list below.

Spring Airlines9C
34x/week
Fleet: 12024.1M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG34x/week
  Duration
  2h 37m
  Days
  un,MonS
25.8%Open →
Juneyao AirlinesHO
26x/week
WebsiteFleet: 11719M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG19x/week
  Duration
  2h 28m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight UKB → PVG7x/week
19.9%Open →
China EasternMU
20x/week
WebsiteFleet: 803116M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG20x/week
  Duration
  2h 24m
  Days
  un,MonS
15.2%Open →
Shanghai AirlinesFM
18x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8812M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG18x/week
  Duration
  2h 42m
  Days
  un,MonS
13.9%Open →
Air ChinaCA
11x/week
WebsiteFleet: 905128M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG11x/week
  Duration
  2h 36m
  Days
  un,MonS
8.1%Open →
All Nippon AirwaysNH
6x/week
WebsiteFleet: 21648M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG6x/week
  Duration
  2h 16m
  Days
  un,MonS
4.8%Open →
Japan AirlinesJL
6x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG6x/week
  Duration
  2h 10m
  Days
  un,MonS
4.5%Open →
Peach AirlinesMM
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 369M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG5x/week
  Duration
  2h 44m
  Days
  un,MonS
3.5%Open →
China SouthernCZ
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 850165M pax/year
- Direct flight KIX → PVG5x/week
  Duration
  2h 40m
  Days
  un,MonS
3.5%Open →
CFCF
1x/week
- Direct flight KIX → PVG1x/week
  Duration
  1h
  Days
  un,MonS
0.5%
CKCK
1x/week
- Direct flight KIX → PVG1x/week
  Duration
  1h
  Days
  un,MonS
0.3%

Cities and airports on the Osaka — Shanghai route

Flights Osaka — Shanghai depart from Kansai International Airport, Itami Airport and Kobe Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Osaka

OSA

Japan

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Japan

Arrival

Shanghai

SHA

China

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country China

Departure airports

Kansai International AirportKIX
About the airport
Itami AirportITM
About the airport
Kobe AirportUKB
About the airport

Arrival airports

Shanghai Pudong International AirportPVG
About the airport
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportSHA
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Osaka — Shanghai flight

How long is the flight from Osaka to Shanghai?

A direct flight on this route takes an average of 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes, covering a distance of 1,365 km.

Which airlines fly this route?

Flights are operated by China Eastern, Air China, Juneyao Airlines, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and several other carriers.

Are there direct flights from Osaka to Shanghai?

Yes, there is a regular direct air service between the cities, with about 132 flights per week.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and season. You can see the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Osaka arrive at Shanghai's international airports—Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA)—depending on the airline's schedule.

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