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Flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Cheapest airlines flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

You can choose from 18 airlines that fly from Shanghai to Tokyo, including Spring Airlines Japan, Spring Airlines, and China Eastern Airlines. Spring Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
Spring Airlines Japan logo Spring Airlines Japan
Spring Airlines logo Spring Airlines
China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
Japan Airlines logo Japan Airlines
All Nippon Airways logo All Nippon Airways
Juneyao Airlines logo Juneyao Airlines
Air China logo Air China
Jetstar Japan logo Jetstar Japan
Shanghai Airlines logo Shanghai Airlines
Peach Airlines logo Peach Airlines
China Southern Airlines logo China Southern Airlines
Cathay Pacific logo Cathay Pacific
EVA Air logo EVA Air
Jeju Air logo Jeju Air
Hainan Airlines logo Hainan Airlines
Asiana Airlines logo Asiana Airlines
Hong Kong Airlines logo Hong Kong Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines logo Shenzhen Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Shanghai to Tokyo according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Search for direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo in the next 3 months. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data, one-way direct flights start at US$108, and round-trip direct flights start at US$217.

Displayed flight fares from Shanghai to Tokyo are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Shanghai to Tokyo Flight Details

The distance between Shanghai and Tokyo is about 1,779.87 km. The average flying time from Shanghai to Tokyo is around 2 hours 51 minutes. Based on Trip.com's latest data, travel demand is highest in January. The off-season for travel is November.

Cheapest one-way flight priceUS$108
Cheapest return ticket priceUS$217
Cheapest monthNovember
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance1,779.87 km
Average flight time2 hours 51 minutes
Popular airlineSpring Airlines Japan
Flight statistics for the Shanghai–Tokyo route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Shanghai to Tokyo?

The average price of one-way flights from Shanghai to Tokyo purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is December, with an average price of US$69; while the month with the highest flight price is usually July, with an average price of up to US$122.

US$122
US$96
US$69
US$43
    Cheapest
  • US$83
    Mar
  • US$99
    Apr
  • US$83
    May
  • US$91
    Jun
  • US$122
    Jul
  • US$115
    Aug
  • US$92
    Sep
  • US$76
    Oct
  • US$74
    Nov
  • US$69
    Dec
  • US$101
    Jan
  • US$113
    Feb

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Shanghai to Tokyo?

The average price of round-trip flights from Shanghai to Tokyo purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for round-trip flights from Shanghai to Tokyo are found during December, with an average price of US$264. Conversely, the highest prices are found during August, with an average price of up to US$406.

US$406
US$335
US$264
US$193
    Cheapest
  • US$313
    Mar
  • US$336
    Apr
  • US$309
    May
  • US$324
    Jun
  • US$384
    Jul
  • US$406
    Aug
  • US$319
    Sep
  • US$301
    Oct
  • US$285
    Nov
  • US$264
    Dec
  • US$288
    Jan
  • US$374
    Feb

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo?

Average weekly flight prices from Shanghai to Tokyo by travel date (Based on Trip.com’s past 12 months of data)

Based on Trip.com’s past 12 months of flight data, the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo is Monday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Saturday, as prices are usually highest then.

US$242
US$215
US$187
US$160
  • US$187
    Mon
  • US$192
    Tue
  • US$203
    Wed
  • US$222
    Thu
  • US$233
    Fri
  • US$242
    Sat
  • US$200
    Sun

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo during Easter Day?

Based on Trip.com's data over the past 3 days, these are the lowest one-way flight prices from Shanghai to Tokyo during Easter Day.

During the Easter Day period, the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Tokyo were available on Apr 9 with the lowest price being US$106.

US$197
US$152
US$106
US$61
  • US$197
    Apr 8
  • US$106
    Apr 9
  • US$187
    Apr 10
  • US$111
    Apr 11
  • US$172
    Apr 12
  • US$178
    Apr 13
  • US$112
    Apr 14

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Tokyo (SHA-TYO)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Spring Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$108 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to HND on Sun, May 10), while Spring Airlines Japan offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$217 departing on Wed, May 13 and returning on Wed, May 20.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Tokyo with the following airlines, including: Spring Airlines Japan Spring Airlines China Eastern Airlines Japan Airlines All Nippon Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 2 hours 51 minutes to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Tokyo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 115 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Tokyo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: All Nippon Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- NH5712 (10:10) Air China: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CA919 (15:17) Shanghai Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- FM815 (09:16)
  • To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Tokyo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, May 10, with one-way flights priced at just US$108.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Tokyo travel is around January.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo is November, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo on March 18, 2026 with Peach, with prices starting at US$81.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Tokyo, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Narita International Airport (PVG-NRT) is by far the most common option on this route: Haneda Airport (HND) Narita International Airport (NRT).
  • The time difference between Tokyo and Shanghai is 1h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Shanghai to Tokyo

Tokyo, the capital of Japan is a well-developed and populous metropolitan city in Asia. It is famed to be the world’s largest urban agglomeration economy, housing headquarters of some of the globe’s prominent banks and companies. The city’s landscape is dominated by glittering skyscrapers and buildings, some of which include Asahi Beer Hall, Tokyo Skytree and NTT Docomo Yoyogi Building. An appreciable number of gardens, museums, and national parks attract thousands of tourists round the year. The city is an excellent place to explore and experience the rich and diverse cultural and technological sites. Tokyo also boasts of hosting the 2020 Summer Olympics, which is expected to draw tourists from all over the globe. There are two giant airports that manage air traffic of Tokyo and offer numerous Shanghai to Tokyo flights for the benefit of travelers.

Tip: The best suited time to visit is usually in October-November and March-April as the temperatures are considerably less harsh and the climate is best suited for sightseeing and outdoor activities. 

Getting to Tokyo

Narita International Airport handles a large number of international flights. Additionally, Haneda Airport also offers various domestic and international flight services from Shanghai to Tokyo. The airport is well-linked with surrounding regions with efficient transport services. There are up to 13 major flight operators offering convenient and safe flight services from Shanghai to Tokyo. It typically takes around 2-20 hours of flight travel, based on the route and the number of stops on the way. Spring Airlines Japan, China Eastern Airlines and Air China offer affordable and fast travel options as they provide direct flights to Tokyo.

Tip: To avail of the cheapest travel rates, please try to book the air tickets in advance. Also, take note of travel restrictions imposed on certain destinations.

Sights in the city

Tokyo is a beautiful city and is always busy with numerous events, parties, concerts, carnivals throughout the year. Also, extensive shopping malls and plazas, stores and vast shopping areas will always keep the tourists busy. It houses one of the best restaurants in Japan. With their caring hospitality and the amazing and unique recipe, they produce one of the finest dining experiences. 

The Tokyo National Museum has one of the most amazing and diverse collections of cultural and historical objects of national importance. These relics are sometimes showcased through exhibitions and events.

SannÅ at Hie Shrine, the Sanja at Asakusa Shrine and Kanda festivals are some of the mega-events happening in the city.

By making use of the efficient and wide network of public transport one can travel to many destinations and enjoy to the maximum.

Tip: Good planning on your travel and accommodation will benefit you greatly and help you in enjoying the destination efficiently.

One can have a perfect trip to amazing locations with jaw-dropping travel deals and discounts by booking cheap flights from Shanghai. Also, their quality travel services, and 24-hour customer services set them apart in their line of business. Plan your stay in Tokyo and combine your Shanghai to Tokyo flight booking with discount hotels to help save on the travel budget.

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Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Shanghai to Tokyo

Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Shanghai to Tokyo on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, Spring Airlines Japan provides the lowest-priced direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo, with fares starting at US$162.

US$65
US$162
US$259
US$356
US$453
Spring Airlines Japan
US$162
Spring Airlines Japan
Spring Airlines
US$166
Spring Airlines
Air China
US$290
Air China
China Eastern Airlines
US$369
China Eastern Airlines
Japan Airlines
US$396
Japan Airlines
All Nippon Airways
US$453
All Nippon Airways

Which airline operates the most flights from Shanghai to Tokyo?

Total flights from Shanghai to Tokyo across all airlines. (Based on Trip.com data from the past month)

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past month, Japan Airlines operates the most frequent flights from Shanghai to Tokyo, with 107 flights per week.

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34
71
107
Japan Airlines
107
Japan Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
92
China Eastern Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
85
Shanghai Airlines
All Nippon Airways
49
All Nippon Airways
Air China
45
Air China
Juneyao Airlines
34
Juneyao Airlines

How many flights fly from Shanghai to Tokyo daily?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Shanghai to Tokyo within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on the past month's historical data from Trip.com, the number of flights from Shanghai to Tokyo is the highest on Friday/Saturday and the lowest on Wednesday.

306
273
239
206
Highest
249
Mon
254
Tue
239
Wed
255
Thu
306
Fri
306
Sat
267
Sun

Note: Prices shown on this page are the estimated lowest prices found in the last 24 hours and include all taxes and fees.

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Real-time pricing updates

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the change and cancellation rules for each ticket during the booking process, including all related fees and conditions. Please refer to the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply based on the airline’s fare rules.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If your flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For full details of change and cancellation policies, please refer to the customer support pages.