Cheap flights from Tokyo to Shanghai

Flight deals from Tokyo to Shanghai

Below you can see the best deals on flights Tokyo — 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 29 September, from $170.

Top 10 cheap flights from Tokyo to Shanghai

Tokyo — Shanghai

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8 Sep 2026

3 h 30 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

20:00—22:30

12 Sep 2026

3 h 30 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

20:00—22:30

3 Sep 2026

3 h 30 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

20:00—22:30

4 Sep 2026

3 h 30 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

20:00—22:30

2 Sep 2026

3 h 30 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

02:40—05:00

13 Sep 2026

3 h 20 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

22:25—00:50

9 Sep 2026

3 h 25 m

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22:25—00:50

11 Sep 2026

3 h 25 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

19:20—21:45

11 Sep 2026

3 h 25 m

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Tokyo — Shanghai

20:00—22:30

10 Sep 2026

3 h 30 m

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Prices were found in the last 72 hours and may change — check the exact price when you continue.

When is the best time to book a flight from Tokyo to Shanghai?

The price of a flight from Tokyo to Shanghai changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 29 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $539. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.

About the Tokyo — Shanghai flight

Looking for cheap flights from Tokyo to Shanghai? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your Tokyo — Shanghai ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 547 flights per week, flights are operated by Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 2 h 55 min, the distance between the cities is around 1,757 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Shanghai travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Shanghai weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

from $137Min. price

JanuaryCheapest

AugustPeak season

YesDirect flights

1,757 kmDistance

2 h 55 minTravel time

16Airlines

547 / wkFlights

Flight schedule from Tokyo to Shanghai

The table shows direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 55 min. Regular flights are operated by Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways. Departures from Haneda Airport and Narita International 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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Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Tokyo — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $137 in January, and the most expensive are around $222 in August. 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

Average one-way fares from Tokyo to Shanghai by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in October (around $236) and priciest in January (about $361) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$361	high	May	$320	medium	Sep	$278	medium
Feb	$361	high	Jun	$250	low	Oct	$236	low
Mar	$264	low	Jul	$264	medium	Nov	$250	low
Apr	$334	medium	Aug	$347	high	Dec	$292	medium

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Shanghai: it is warmest in August (up to 32 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 9 °C). The driest month is December.

Tickets are usually cheapest in January and most expensive in August. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

Temperature · Shanghai

Dry and wet days · Shanghai

Wind speed and direction · Shanghai

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

Book ahead: fares for Tokyo — Shanghai are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
Tokyo is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai is usually January — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Flights on the Tokyo — Shanghai route are operated by 12 airlines; Shanghai Airlines runs the most flights (around 20% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

Shanghai AirlinesFM
36x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8812M pax/year
- Direct flight NRT → PVG16x/week
  Duration
  3h 29m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → PVG10x/week
  Duration
  3h 7m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → SHA10x/week
  Duration
  3h 5m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
19.9%Open →
China EasternMU
34x/week
WebsiteFleet: 803116M pax/year
- Direct flight NRT → PVG19x/week
  Duration
  3h 31m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → PVG10x/week
  Duration
  3h 5m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → SHA5x/week
  Duration
  3h 5m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
18.8%Open →
Japan AirlinesJL
22x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
- Direct flight HND → PVG10x/week
  Duration
  3h 22m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight NRT → PVG7x/week
  Duration
  2h 39m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → SHA5x/week
  Duration
  3h 5m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
12.1%Open →
All Nippon AirwaysNH
21x/week
WebsiteFleet: 21648M pax/year
- Direct flight HND → PVG9x/week
  Duration
  1h
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight NRT → PVG7x/week
  Duration
  3h 11m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → SHA5x/week
  Duration
  3h 10m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
11.3%Open →
Air ChinaCA
20x/week
WebsiteFleet: 905128M pax/year
- Direct flight NRT → PVG19x/week
  Duration
  3h 19m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → PVG1x/week
- Direct flight HND → SHA1x/week
11.0%Open →
Juneyao AirlinesHO
20x/week
WebsiteFleet: 11719M pax/year
- Direct flight HND → PVG11x/week
  Duration
  3h 10m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight NRT → PVG8x/week
  Duration
  3h 13m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
10.8%Open →
Spring Airlines JapanIJ
7x/week
WebsiteFleet: 6800k pax/year
- Direct flight NRT → PVG7x/week
  Duration
  3h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
4.0%Open →
Spring Airlines9C
7x/week
Fleet: 12024.1M pax/year
- Direct flight NRT → PVG5x/week
  Duration
  3h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight HND → PVG3x/week
  Duration
  3h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
4.0%Open →
China SouthernCZ
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 850165M pax/year
- Direct flight NRT → PVG5x/week
  Duration
  3h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
2.6%Open →
Peach AirlinesMM
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 369M pax/year
- Direct flight HND → PVG5x/week
  Duration
  3h 20m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
2.6%Open →
Jetstar JapanGK
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 224.5M pax/year
- Direct flight NRT → PVG3x/week
  Duration
  3h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.5%Open →
KZKZ
1x/week
- Direct flight NRT → PVG1x/week
  Duration
  1h
  Days
  MTWTFSS
0.7%

Cities and airports on the Tokyo — Shanghai route

Flights Tokyo — Shanghai depart from Haneda Airport and Narita International 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

Tokyo

TYO

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

Haneda AirportHND
About the airport
Narita International AirportNRT
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 Tokyo — Shanghai flight

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Shanghai?

A nonstop Tokyo — Shanghai flight takes about 2 h 55 min — the distance between the cities is around 1,757 km.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shanghai?

The distance from Tokyo to Shanghai is about 1,757 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 2 h 55 min.

Are there direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?

Yes, there are nonstop flights Tokyo — Shanghai — around 547 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?

Airlines operating Tokyo — Shanghai include Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Air China. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Tokyo — Shanghai flights use?

Flights from Tokyo depart from Haneda Airport, Narita International Airport, and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Tokyo to Shanghai?

The price of a Tokyo — Shanghai ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in January, and most expensive in August. Tickets typically cost between $137 and $222. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Tokyo — Shanghai?

Flights Tokyo — Shanghai are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is January. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?

To catch a low fare Tokyo — Shanghai, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually January.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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