What percentage of Shanghai to Osaka flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 51.1% of flights from Shanghai to Osaka were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically one. This indicates that direct flight options are readily available for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Shanghai to Osaka?

A direct flight from Shanghai to Osaka typically takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 1307 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 9 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should consider this difference when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Shanghai to Osaka come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Shanghai to Osaka come up frequently. This route is classified as one where good deals are regularly available. Travelers can often find favorable prices when planning their trips.

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Shanghai to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Osaka

Right now, 4% of recent fares for flights from Shanghai to Osaka are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $223–$327, with a median of $255. Currently, prices are below the typical level, suggesting a favorable time to consider booking. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Osaka? Historically, the most affordable months to travel are August and October, both with a median fare of $114. June also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $211. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Osaka takes approximately 5h 45m, including connections. This route has a mixed direct flight share, with 51.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For itineraries that do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1. This means you'll find a meaningful share of non-stop options, while other flights will involve a single stop.

The distance between Shanghai and Osaka is 1307 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight. Short-haul routes typically offer more frequent service and a wider array of airline choices, providing flexibility for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Osaka

Regular price: CN¥2,002 - CN¥2,588

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Osaka is between CNY 2002 and CNY 2588. The current lowest deal is CNY 2181, offered by kayak for travel from Oct 6-Oct 13.

now CN¥2,181

Low CN¥2,002

High CN¥2,588

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Osaka

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Osaka is August, with a median price of $114. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $860. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥114

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥860

Jan

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Osaka

SAM Colombia

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Osaka

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Osaka

Shanghai (PVG) - Osaka (KIX)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥5,748

CN¥2,157

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Osaka

Shanghai (PVG) - Osaka (KIX)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥5,857

CN¥2,157

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Osaka

Shanghai (PVG) - Osaka (KIX)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,524

CN¥2,171

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Osaka

Shanghai (PVG) - Osaka (KIX)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,856

CN¥2,258

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Osaka

Shanghai (PVG) - Osaka (KIX)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥5,257

CN¥2,614

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Osaka

Shanghai (PVG) - Osaka (KIX)

Arcus-Air Logistic, Sierra National Airlines, T'way Air

CN¥4,004

CN¥1,868

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 3

CN¥5,856 → CN¥2,170

63%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

CN¥5,699 → CN¥2,170

62%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

CN¥5,663 → CN¥2,170

62%

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

CN¥5,663 → CN¥2,177

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Osaka

Shanghai - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Shanghai to Osaka have been below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

August and October are typically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Osaka are August and October.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 5h 45m direct

The median direct flight time from Shanghai to Osaka is 5 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed direct and connecting flights

About 51% of recent flights from Shanghai to Osaka are direct, with others having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

SAM Colombia offers direct flights

SAM Colombia has offered direct flights on the Shanghai to Osaka route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Osaka are frequently available, appearing often.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Shanghai to Osaka.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,533

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient departure point for your journey to Osaka.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,164

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Osaka, with prices from CNY 1533.

📍 ~38 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,533

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe Airport (UKB) is a useful domestic alternative due to its extreme proximity to Osaka city center.

📍 ~35 km from Osaka (reachable by Port Liner or Bay Shuttle ferry)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,023

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Shanghai to Osaka is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $269. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $335. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out can result in significantly higher average prices, around $515.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a fare of $223 or less is considered a good price for flights from Shanghai to Osaka. The median price observed for this route was $255. Prices typically begin to increase above $327.

Across the trailing quarter, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Osaka historically include August and October, both with a median price of $114. June also presented a relatively low median price of $211. The annual median price for this route was $255, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

Shanghai to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Osaka

Regular price: CN¥2,002 - CN¥2,588

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Osaka is between CNY 2002 and CNY 2588. The current lowest deal is CNY 2181, offered by kayak for travel from Oct 6-Oct 13.

now CN¥2,181

Low CN¥2,002

High CN¥2,588

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Osaka

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥114

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥860

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec