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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 45.9% of flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are non-stop. For routes that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that while direct flights are common, travelers should also expect a significant portion of flights to involve at least one connection. When planning your trip, consider both direct and connecting options.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Tokyo?

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Tokyo has a duration of 3 hours and 0 minutes. This route covers an approximate distance of 1737 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time historically extends to 11 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should factor in these significant differences in flight duration when choosing between direct and connecting options.

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

Historically, deals for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly for this route. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to monitor these frequent changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare. Given the frequent nature of deals, an alert can help travelers identify opportune booking moments.

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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¥2,923 - CN¥4,279

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is between CNY 2923 and CNY 4279. The current lowest deal is CNY 1813 with Jetstar Japan, for travel from Mar 1-Mar 3.

now CN¥1,813

Low CN¥2,923

High CN¥4,279

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

Jetstar Japan

SAM Colombia

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Tokyo

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,486

CN¥1,953

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

SAM Colombia

CN¥1,465

CN¥1,866

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar Japan

CN¥1,543

CN¥1,879

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,524

CN¥1,953

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,444

CN¥1,852

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,459

CN¥1,859

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 28 - Sep 29

CN¥3,424 → CN¥3,880

13%

1 night

Sep 29 - Sep 30

CN¥4,070 → CN¥6,310

55%

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 offers the lowest median price

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo, with a median price of $257.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 5h 55m

The median flight time from Shanghai to Tokyo is 5 hours and 55 minutes, a medium-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from two airlines

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines offer direct flights on the Shanghai to Tokyo route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar Japan offers a deal for $1813

A recent deal from Jetstar Japan for $1813 is available for March 1-March 3.

🎯 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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From PVG

Elite

Oct 28

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$768

$429

Save $339

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 28

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$771

$429

Save $342

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 28

Tokyo, Japan

83% AI deal score

$766

$429

Save $337

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 27

Tokyo, Japan

82% AI deal score

$758

$429

Save $329

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Oct 27

Tokyo, Japan

82% AI deal score

$764

$429

Save $335

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 10

Tokyo, Japan

82% AI deal score

$794

$438

Save $356

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 18

Tokyo, Japan

82% AI deal score

$792

$438

Save $354

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 18

Tokyo, Japan

82% AI deal score

$794

$438

Save $356

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Dec 08

Tokyo, Japan

82% AI deal score

$761

$438

Save $323

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 03

Tokyo, Japan

81% AI deal score

$699

$429

Save $270

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Nov 17

Tokyo, Japan

81% AI deal score

$713

$437

Save $276

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Nov 09

Tokyo, Japan

81% AI deal score

$687

$437

Save $250

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 for a ticket is around $376. Prices tend to be higher when booking further out, with fares averaging $429 for bookings made 28-59 days in advance. Even bookings made 60+ days out historically average around $420, indicating that waiting until closer to departure can offer better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Tokyo is considered to be $267 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $377. Fares can go significantly higher, with 75% of prices observed at $650 or less. Therefore, aiming for a fare below $267 would typically secure a very competitive deal.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo, with a median price of $257. May and June also offer competitive fares, with median prices of $285 and $295 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $377, indicating that these months typically provide significant savings compared to the yearly average. Planning your trip during these months could lead to a more economical journey.

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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¥2,923 - CN¥4,279

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is between CNY 2923 and CNY 4279. The current lowest deal is CNY 1813 with Jetstar Japan, for travel from Mar 1-Mar 3.

now CN¥1,813

Low CN¥2,923

High CN¥4,279

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

Jetstar Japan

SAM Colombia

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Tokyo

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,486

CN¥1,953

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

SAM Colombia

CN¥1,465

CN¥1,866

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar Japan

CN¥1,543

CN¥1,879

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (NRT)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,524

CN¥1,953

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,444

CN¥1,852

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Tokyo

Shanghai (PVG) - Tokyo (HND)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,459

CN¥1,859

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 28 - Sep 29

CN¥3,424 → CN¥3,880

13%

1 night

Sep 29 - Sep 30

CN¥4,070 → CN¥6,310

55%

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 offers the lowest median price

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo, with a median price of $257.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 5h 55m

The median flight time from Shanghai to Tokyo is 5 hours and 55 minutes, a medium-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from two airlines

Air Liberté and Spring Airlines offer direct flights on the Shanghai to Tokyo route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar Japan offers a deal for $1813

A recent deal from Jetstar Japan for $1813 is available for March 1-March 3.

🎯 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

81% AI deal score

$687

$437

Save $250

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 offers the lowest median price

Median flight time is 5h 55m

Direct flights are available from two airlines

Jetstar Japan offers a deal for $1813

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

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Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 27

Oct 27

Dec 10

Dec 18

Dec 18

Dec 08

Nov 03

Nov 17

Nov 09

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?

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

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 offers the lowest median price

Median flight time is 5h 55m

Direct flights are available from two airlines

Jetstar Japan offers a deal for $1813

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 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 27

Oct 27

Dec 10

Dec 18

Dec 18

Dec 08

Nov 03

Nov 17

Nov 09

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?