Are direct flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on your priorities for cost versus speed.

Can flexible travel dates help on Kumamoto to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices for flights can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Kumamoto to Shanghai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Kumamoto to Shanghai

2026-10-15 – 2026-10-22
KMJ - Shanghai
38% AI deal score
¥44,016
¥56,102
Round trip
2026-12-18 – 2026-12-23
KMJ - Shanghai
37% AI deal score
¥50,939
¥70,011
Round trip
2026-12-19 – 2026-12-23
KMJ - Shanghai
37% AI deal score
¥51,728
¥71,711
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2026-10-25 – 2026-10-27
KMJ - Shanghai
28% AI deal score
¥45,556
¥73,102
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2026-11-13 – 2026-11-17
KMJ - Shanghai
33% AI deal score
¥45,238
¥76,193
Round trip
2026-12-06 – 2026-12-13
KMJ - Shanghai
32% AI deal score
¥50,014
¥78,975
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2026-12-17 – 2026-12-19
KMJ - Shanghai
37% AI deal score
¥52,244
¥80,675
Round trip
2026-12-03 – 2026-12-06
KMJ - Shanghai
38% AI deal score
¥51,709
¥80,830
Round trip
2026-11-20 – 2026-11-22
KMJ - Shanghai
37% AI deal score
¥45,310
¥80,984
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-03
KMJ - Shanghai
37% AI deal score
¥45,665
¥80,984
Round trip

Kumamoto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

For cheap flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai, fares typically range from $538–$585, with a median of $557. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Deals are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be helpful.

A typical journey from Kumamoto to Shanghai takes about 15h 5m, including connections. Since most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent traveling with one or more stopovers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. The majority of connecting flights typically involve 2 stopovers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically July, with a median fare of $179. Following that, August also offers competitive prices with a median of $335, and September has a median fare of $355.

How much is a round trip from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Regular price: ¥35,224 - ¥58,699

Prices for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai is between 35,224 JPY and 58,699 JPY. The current lowest deal is 40,667 JPY with Arcus-Air Logistic for travel from Sep 25-Oct 10.

now ¥40,667

Low ¥35,224

High ¥58,699

The cheapest time to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from KMJ to SHA is July, with a median price of $179. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $576. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

July

Cheapest

Flights from ¥179

June

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥576

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Arcus-Air Logistic

Coyne Aviation

Sierra National Airlines

Korean Air

Last-minute flights going from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Air Busan, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,674

¥52,856

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Air Busan, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,674

¥54,247

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,212

¥42,347

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥64,117

¥42,656

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,212

¥43,583

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥64,089

¥45,438

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

¥65,079 → ¥48,515

25%

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

¥65,051 → ¥49,445

24%

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

¥64,161 → ¥60,140

18 nights

Sep 25 - Oct 13

¥41,496 → ¥42,315

Popular Airports to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Kumamoto - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Kumamoto to Shanghai are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $179 for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect 15h 5m of travel time

Flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai typically take 15 hours and 5 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available; expect two or more stopovers on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Arcus-Air Logistic has frequent deals

Arcus-Air Logistic frequently offers deals on connecting flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals on flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Kumamoto main airports to depart from

Kumamoto (KMJ)

Cheapest

Kumamoto Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai from the Kumamoto area.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~¥43,724

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~¥40,891

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~¥64,211

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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Best Elite deals to Shanghai

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From KMJ

Elite

Sep 24

Shanghai, China

71% AI deal score

$1,206

$813

Save $393

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Oct 01

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,158

$813

Save $345

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Sep 16

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,206

$853

Save $353

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Sep 25

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,207

$853

Save $354

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Sep 24

Shanghai, China

66% AI deal score

$1,246

$900

Save $346

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Sep 22

Shanghai, China

65% AI deal score

$1,190

$913

Save $277

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Sep 22

Shanghai, China

47% AI deal score

$1,226

$1,051

Save $175

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,164

$1,081

Save $83

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

46% AI deal score

$1,147

$1,081

Save $66

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Oct 24

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,119

$1,081

Save $38

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Oct 21

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,106

$1,081

Save $25

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

From KMJ

Elite

Oct 21

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,106

$1,081

Save $25

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights may sometimes be less expensive than direct options.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal additional flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your travel time, checking alternative departure or arrival points could potentially lead to savings. Always consider the total cost and convenience of traveling to and from these alternative airports.

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Kumamoto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. The majority of connecting flights typically involve 2 stopovers.

How much is a round trip from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Regular price: ¥35,224 - ¥58,699

Prices for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai is between 35,224 JPY and 58,699 JPY. The current lowest deal is 40,667 JPY with Arcus-Air Logistic for travel from Sep 25-Oct 10.

now ¥40,667

Low ¥35,224

High ¥58,699

The cheapest time to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from KMJ to SHA is July, with a median price of $179. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $576. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

July

Cheapest

Flights from ¥179

June

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥576

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Arcus-Air Logistic

Coyne Aviation

Sierra National Airlines

Korean Air

Last-minute flights going from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Air Busan, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,674

¥52,856

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Air Busan, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,674

¥54,247

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,212

¥42,347

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥64,117

¥42,656

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥45,212

¥43,583

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KMJ - Shanghai

Kumamoto (KMJ) - Shanghai (PVG)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines

¥64,089

¥45,438

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

¥65,079 → ¥48,515

25%

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

¥65,051 → ¥49,445

24%

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

¥64,161 → ¥60,140

18 nights

Sep 25 - Oct 13

¥41,496 → ¥42,315

Popular Airports to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Kumamoto - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Kumamoto to Shanghai are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $179 for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect 15h 5m of travel time

Flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai typically take 15 hours and 5 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available; expect two or more stopovers on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Arcus-Air Logistic has frequent deals

Arcus-Air Logistic frequently offers deals on connecting flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals on flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Kumamoto main airports to depart from

Kumamoto (KMJ)

Cheapest

Kumamoto Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai from the Kumamoto area.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~¥43,724

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~¥40,891

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

45% AI deal score

$1,106

$1,081

Save $25

Arcus-Air Logistic, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Kumamoto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Kumamoto to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Direct flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Kumamoto - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Expect 15h 5m of travel time

Connecting flights are dominant

Arcus-Air Logistic has frequent deals

Deals are rare for this route

Kumamoto main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Sep 24

Oct 01

Sep 16

Sep 25

Sep 24

Sep 22

Sep 22

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 21

Oct 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Kumamoto to Shanghai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Kumamoto to Shanghai flights?

Related routes

More routes from Kumamoto

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Kumamoto to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Kumamoto to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Direct flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Kumamoto to Shanghai

Kumamoto - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Expect 15h 5m of travel time

Connecting flights are dominant

Arcus-Air Logistic has frequent deals

Deals are rare for this route

Kumamoto main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Sep 24

Oct 01

Sep 16

Sep 25

Sep 24

Sep 22

Sep 22

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 24

Oct 21

Oct 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Kumamoto to Shanghai?