Bustling urban street in Shinjuku, Tokyo showcasing Japanese culture and vibrant billboards. — flights from Shanghai to Tokyo
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Flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Tokyo (NRT) take about 2h 45m (1,796 km). Jetstar Japan, Spring Japan and Spring Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $147 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Tokyo

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

Cathay Pacific plane on runway at Narita Airport, Tokyo, with terminal and control tower in view. — arriving in Tokyo

Airport transfer

NRT → Tokyo, 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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Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — lounges at Shanghai Pudong AirportShanghai Pudong Airport · 16 lounges
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Trains, buses and taxi faresNRT to Tokyo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Tokyo →88 drop-off points, from ¥270.00

Things to book in Tokyo

All 40 things to do in Tokyo →
from €8.46
Tokyo Tower 4.4 · 150 Tiqets reviews
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The National Museum of Western Art 4.5 · 138 Tiqets reviews
from €15.23
Sumida Aquarium 4.4 · 103 Tiqets reviews
from €37.22
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo 4.9 · 29 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Tokyo

Carriers on PVG–NRT 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

Shanghai to Tokyo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $146 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$16228 Oct 2026 · Spring Airlines—
Nov 2026$14610 Nov 2026 · Spring Japan—
Dec 2026$15315 Dec 2026 · Jetstar Japan—
Jan 2027$19313 Jan 2027 · Spring Airlines$183 · 1 stop19 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$19318 Feb 2027 · Spring Airlines$191 · 1 stop24 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$1611 Mar 2027 · Spring Airlines—
Apr 2027$16218 Apr 2027 · Spring Airlines—
May 2027$1619 May 2027 · Spring Airlines—
Jun 2027$1632 Jun 2027 · Spring Airlines—
Jul 2027$19325 Jul 2027 · Spring Airlines—
Aug 2027$30622 Aug 2027 · Spring Airlines$232 · 1 stop21 Aug 2027
Sept 2027$1648 Sept 2027 · Spring Airlines—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $146 for November 2026, $153 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to Tokyo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Tokyo

Based on weather and travel conditions in Japan

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Peak season: March – May, September – November

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to Tokyo flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Tokyo?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Tokyo (NRT) 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 Shanghai from Tokyo by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Narita International Airport is 1,796 km (1,116 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Tokyo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–NRT 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 Shanghai to Tokyo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–NRT was $147 USD with Jetstar Japan (nonstop), departing 22 Dec 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.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $146 one-way, against $232 for August 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Japan?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Japan 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 Tokyo?
Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

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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