How many flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 45.9% of flights from Shanghai to Tokyo were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct flights are common, many travelers also utilize routes with a single connection. Travelers have a good chance of finding both direct and connecting options for this route.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Tokyo?

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Tokyo has a median duration of 3 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 1737 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 11 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey. The direct flight offers a significantly shorter travel time.

Should I set a price alert for Shanghai to Tokyo flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo have been frequent. This suggests that prices on this route tend to fluctuate, making it beneficial to monitor fares. Setting a price alert can help travelers track these changes and potentially secure a more favorable price. Given the historical frequency of deals, an alert could be a useful tool for this route.

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2027-03-01 – 2027-03-11
SHA - Tokyo
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CN¥2,098
CN¥1,949
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Shanghai to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

For flights from Shanghai to Tokyo, fares typically range from $267 to $650, with a median of $377. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Shanghai to Tokyo.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo, October stands out with a median fare of $257. Other affordable months include May, with a median fare of $285, and June, where the median fare is $295. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more economical travel.

The typical journey time for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is approximately 5h 55m, including connections. A meaningful share of recent itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. This route covers a distance of 1737 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Tokyo

Regular price: CN¥2,065 - CN¥3,004

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is CNY 2065 to CNY 3004. The current lowest deal is CNY 2027 for travel from Oct 22-Oct 25, offered by kayak.

now CN¥2,027

Low CN¥2,065

High CN¥3,004

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo is October, with a median price of $257. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $736. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥257

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥736

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Air Liberté

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Tokyo

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥5,422

CN¥2,231

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,341

CN¥2,238

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,232

CN¥2,238

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,388

CN¥2,238

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Japan Airlines

CN¥3,948

CN¥2,366

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥5,426

CN¥2,554

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 4

CN¥5,426 → CN¥2,251

59%

4 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 5

CN¥5,392 → CN¥3,105

42%

1 night

Sep 5 - Sep 6

CN¥5,064 → CN¥2,950

42%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

CN¥5,347 → CN¥3,272

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

Shanghai - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Shanghai to Tokyo are near the typical level, with a median price of $377.

📅 Best time to fly

October, May, and June offer the lowest median prices

Historically, October ($257), May ($285), and June ($295) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 5h 55m

The median flight time from Shanghai to Tokyo is 5 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

45.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 45.9% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines offer direct flights

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines are among the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,949

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo, offering good value.

📍 ~17 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,970

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki (IBR) is a useful low-cost alternative due to its proximity to the Tokyo metropolitan area.

📍 ~75 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,380

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

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Best Elite deals to Tokyo

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From PVG

Elite

Oct 11

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$816

$433

Save $383

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 13

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$825

$433

Save $392

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 14

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$811

$433

Save $378

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$791

$433

Save $358

Shanghai Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 13

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$801

$434

Save $367

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 16

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$835

$434

Save $401

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 17

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$827

$434

Save $393

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 21

Tokyo, Japan

84% AI deal score

$827

$447

Save $380

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 13

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$814

$433

Save $381

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 15

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$799

$433

Save $366

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 12

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$793

$433

Save $360

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 14

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$794

$433

Save $361

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $376. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $383, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $377. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaged $429, and those booked 60+ days out averaged $420.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Tokyo is considered to be $267 or less. Across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route was $377. Prices can vary, with some fares reaching up to $650 or more. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target fares around the $267 mark.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo, with a median price of $257. May and June also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $285 and $295 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $377. Travelers looking for the most budget-friendly options should consider these months.

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Shanghai to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Tokyo

Regular price: CN¥2,065 - CN¥3,004

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is CNY 2065 to CNY 3004. The current lowest deal is CNY 2027 for travel from Oct 22-Oct 25, offered by kayak.

now CN¥2,027

Low CN¥2,065

High CN¥3,004

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥257

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥736

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Air Liberté

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Tokyo

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥5,422

CN¥2,231

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,341

CN¥2,238

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,232

CN¥2,238

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,388

CN¥2,238

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Japan Airlines

CN¥3,948

CN¥2,366

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥5,426

CN¥2,554

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 4

CN¥5,426 → CN¥2,251

59%

4 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 5

CN¥5,392 → CN¥3,105

42%

1 night

Sep 5 - Sep 6

CN¥5,064 → CN¥2,950

42%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

CN¥5,347 → CN¥3,272

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

Shanghai - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Shanghai to Tokyo are near the typical level, with a median price of $377.

📅 Best time to fly

October, May, and June offer the lowest median prices

Historically, October ($257), May ($285), and June ($295) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 5h 55m

The median flight time from Shanghai to Tokyo is 5 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

45.9% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 45.9% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines offer direct flights

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines are among the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,949

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo, offering good value.

📍 ~17 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,970

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki (IBR) is a useful low-cost alternative due to its proximity to the Tokyo metropolitan area.

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$794

$433

Save $361

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Tokyo

Shanghai to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

Direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Tokyo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

Shanghai - Tokyo route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

October, May, and June offer the lowest median prices

Median flight time is 5h 55m

45.9% of recent flights are direct

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines offer direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

Oct 11

Oct 13

Oct 14

Oct 15

Oct 13

Oct 16

Oct 17

Oct 21

Oct 13

Oct 15

Oct 12

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

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

What's a cheap fare from Shanghai to Tokyo?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo?

How many flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are non-stop?

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Tokyo?

Should I set a price alert for Shanghai to Tokyo flights?

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Flights to Tokyo from other cities

Shanghai to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

Direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Tokyo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo

Shanghai - Tokyo route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

October, May, and June offer the lowest median prices

Median flight time is 5h 55m

45.9% of recent flights are direct

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines offer direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

Oct 11

Oct 13

Oct 14

Oct 15

Oct 13

Oct 16

Oct 17

Oct 21

Oct 13

Oct 15

Oct 12

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

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

What's a cheap fare from Shanghai to Tokyo?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo?