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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 3,435 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Japan.Outbound direct flight with Spring Japan departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,435, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 3,521 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,521, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 3,521 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,521, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 3,796 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar Japan departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,796, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 4,035 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun.One-way flight with Peach.Outbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,035, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 4,222 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,222, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 4,675 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar Japan departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,675, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 4,896 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,896, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 4,035
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 5,406
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 4,675
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 3,796
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 3,435
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 3,521
Dec
from ج.م.‏ 3,521
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 4,896
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 4,932
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 4,222
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 8,237
May
from ج.م.‏ 11,350

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo

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Shanghai to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 3,435
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week867

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Omitama.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo is ج.م.‏ 7,609. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo.
Japan Airlines, China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo.
As of June 2025, there are 867 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Tokyo is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Haneda – which is 16.5 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 7,609.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Tokyo on Monday, 10 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo is 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is one hour ahead of Shanghai.

  • The busiest route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Narita International Airport (NRT). You can select from 114 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to NRT is the 02:15 Jetstar Japan option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 17:35 with Spring Airlines Japan.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your PVG to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at PVG and travel straight to Haneda Airport (HND). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo tickets.

  • A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo. They include:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from PVG to Tokyo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

    • Fukuoka Airport (FUK)

  • PVG is around 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near PVG. Whether you have an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 78.11% of flights that leave from Shanghai Pudong International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Tokyo

  • ج.م.‏ 3,435 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م.‏ 7,609. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PVG to Tokyo.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from PVG to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo.

Airports in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from PVG to Tokyo.

  • HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • After your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your PVG to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can get you a lower rate.

  • Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • Travel to Tokyo during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • When booking your Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from PVG to Tokyo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Tokyo

  • Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Tokyo, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top sights which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.

Explore more of Japan

  • Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.

  • Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Tokyo

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