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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Weigh the trade-off between convenience and cost to decide what works best for your trip.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to Hiroshima flights?

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

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to Hiroshima 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. Be aware of these additional expenses to get a clear picture of the total travel cost.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Hiroshima

2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
SHA - Hiroshima
39% AI deal score
CN¥1,540
CN¥2,426
Round trip
2026-10-19 – 2026-10-24
SHA - Hiroshima
49% AI deal score
CN¥2,525
CN¥2,548
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2026-11-02 – 2026-11-06
SHA - Hiroshima
48% AI deal score
CN¥2,386
CN¥2,548
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2026-12-04 – 2026-12-07
SHA - Hiroshima
69% AI deal score
CN¥3,039
CN¥2,548
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-20
SHA - Hiroshima
48% AI deal score
CN¥2,482
CN¥2,555
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-21
SHA - Hiroshima
48% AI deal score
CN¥2,482
CN¥2,555
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-21
SHA - Hiroshima
48% AI deal score
CN¥2,940
CN¥2,643
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2026-08-10 – 2026-09-09
SHA - Hiroshima
42% AI deal score
CN¥2,402
CN¥2,643
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2026-08-31 – 2026-09-09
SHA - Hiroshima
42% AI deal score
CN¥2,604
CN¥2,657
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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-23
SHA - Hiroshima
45% AI deal score
CN¥2,307
CN¥2,670
Round trip

Shanghai to Hiroshima: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima

A typical journey from Shanghai to Hiroshima takes about 24h 50m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover. Given the distance, travelers should factor in the total journey time when planning their trip.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima, prices typically range from $351–$551, with a median of $493. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so it is advisable to monitor prices for this route.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Hiroshima is during September, with a median fare of $231. Other affordable months include October, where the median fare is $232, and November, with a median fare of $234. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima connect at least once, with only 2.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that direct flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima are rare, and travelers should expect to make connections.

The distance between Shanghai and Hiroshima is 1140 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Despite being a relatively short distance, the prevalence of connecting flights contributes to the extended typical journey time.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Hiroshima

Regular price: CN¥1,152 - CN¥2,546

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima is between CNY 1152 and CNY 2546. The current lowest deal is CNY 2414 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 12-Oct 19.

now CN¥2,414

Low CN¥1,152

High CN¥2,546

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Hiroshima

The cheapest month to fly from SHA to HIJ is September, with a median price of $231. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $559. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥231

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥559

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Hiroshima

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,469

CN¥2,601

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,390

CN¥2,682

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,513

CN¥3,061

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,407

CN¥3,061

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,366

CN¥3,061

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Spring Airlines

CN¥3,005

CN¥2,695

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 16

CN¥2,779 → CN¥1,964

29%

4 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 11

CN¥2,889 → CN¥2,303

20%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

CN¥2,985 → CN¥2,533

15%

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

CN¥2,891 → CN¥2,506

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Hiroshima

Shanghai - Hiroshima route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Hiroshima are below the typical level at $493.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September has the lowest median price at $231 for Shanghai to Hiroshima.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 24h 50m

Flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima typically take 24h 50m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.8% of recent fares from Shanghai to Hiroshima are direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers deals

China Eastern Airlines has offered recent deals for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima appear regularly, about once a month.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$365

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is another choice for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$412

Hiroshima main airports to arrive at

Hiroshima (HIJ)

Cheapest

Hiroshima Airport is a good choice for direct access to Hiroshima and surrounding areas.

📍 ~50 km from Hiroshima (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$365

Airports nearby Hiroshima used as alternative

Okayama (OKJ)

Okayama offers excellent connectivity via the Sanyo Shinkansen line, providing a reliable alternative to Hiroshima.

📍 ~135 km from Hiroshima (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$488

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Hiroshima

65% AI deal score

$7,181

$6,495

Save $686

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Hiroshima

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes offer lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in more favorable prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you catch a good deal. Mid-week bookings are also sometimes associated with lower prices.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover additional flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may require extra travel time to and from these airports, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Shanghai to Hiroshima: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Hiroshima

Regular price: CN¥1,152 - CN¥2,546

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima is between CNY 1152 and CNY 2546. The current lowest deal is CNY 2414 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Oct 12-Oct 19.

now CN¥2,414

Low CN¥1,152

High CN¥2,546

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Hiroshima

September

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥231

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥559

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Hiroshima

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Hiroshima

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,469

CN¥2,601

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,390

CN¥2,682

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,513

CN¥3,061

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,407

CN¥3,061

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Coyne Aviation

CN¥2,366

CN¥3,061

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Hiroshima

Shanghai (PVG) - Hiroshima (HIJ)

Spring Airlines

CN¥3,005

CN¥2,695

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 16

CN¥2,779 → CN¥1,964

29%

4 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 11

CN¥2,889 → CN¥2,303

20%

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

CN¥2,985 → CN¥2,533

15%

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

CN¥2,891 → CN¥2,506

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Hiroshima