Pudong Shanghai November 2017 panorama, Shanghai — flights from Tokyo to Shanghai
Tokyo, JapanShanghai, China

Flights from Tokyo to Shanghai

Nonstop flights from Tokyo (NRT) to Shanghai (PVG) take about 2h 45m (1,796 km). Jetstar Japan, Spring Japan and Spring Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $154 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Shanghai

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — arriving in Shanghai

Airport transfer

PVG → Shanghai, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Cathay Pacific plane on runway at Narita Airport, Tokyo, with terminal and control tower in view. — lounges at Tokyo Narita AirportTokyo Narita Airport · 4 lounges
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Airlines flying Tokyo to Shanghai

Carriers on NRT–PVG according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Jetstar Japannonstop fare seen✈ Spring Japannonstop fare seen✈ Spring Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Juneyao Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Shanghai

Based on weather and travel conditions in China

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Tokyo to Shanghai flights

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Shanghai?
A nonstop flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Shanghai (PVG) takes about 2h 45m, covering 1,796 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Tokyo from Shanghai by air?
The great-circle distance between Narita International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 1,796 km (1,116 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the NRT–PVG route include Jetstar Japan, Spring Japan, Spring Airlines and Juneyao Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Tokyo to Shanghai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on NRT–PVG was $154 USD with Jetstar Japan (nonstop), departing 11 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Japan to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Shanghai?
China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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