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Flight deals from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.R 1,582 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,582, select.
Shanghai.R 1,806 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May.One-way flight with Spring Japan.Outbound direct flight with Spring Japan departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,806, select.
Shanghai.R 1,837 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,837, select.
Shanghai.R 1,937 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Peach.Outbound indirect flight with Peach, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,937, select.
Shanghai.R 1,951 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar Japan departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,951, select.
Shanghai.R 2,101 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar Japan departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,101, select.
Shanghai.R 2,256 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar Japan departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,256, select.
Shanghai.R 2,351 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,351, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tokyo Narita to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from R 1,806
Jun
from R 1,937
Jul
from R 2,351
Aug
from R 2,351
Sep
from R 1,837
Oct
from R 1,582
Nov
from R 2,256
Dec
from R 2,101
Jan
from R 2,408
Feb
from R 3,081
Mar
from R 2,644
Apr
from R 5,477

Direct flights from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai

Alternative Tokyo Narita to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tokyo to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,582
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week480

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

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai is R 3,124. 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.
3 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai.
Japan Airlines, China Eastern and Air China fly direct from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai.
As of May 2025, there are 480 flights per week flying from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Tokyo Narita Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from R 3,124.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai on Saturday, 10 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 35 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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Approximately 2 hours 56 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Shanghai.

  • Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 1 hour behind Tokyo.

  • The most popular route is from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can select from 330 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from NRT to PVG is the 08:55 Air China option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:45 with Spring Japan.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from NRT to Shanghai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Nonstop flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll arrive.

  • Direct flights from Narita International Airport to Shanghai are available from a good range of airlines. Book your seat with any of these:

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from NRT to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Fukuoka Airport (FUK)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

    • Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)

  • To enter China for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Japan. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Narita International Airport to Shanghai.

  • To get to NRT from central Tokyo, it takes around 58 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Narita International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to NRT:

How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Narita International Airport to Shanghai is R 1,582. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,124. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from NRT to Shanghai.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Narita International Airport to Shanghai. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from NRT to Shanghai is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Narita International Airport to Shanghai. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Narita International Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Shanghai, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Narita International Airport to Shanghai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from NRT to Shanghai sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shanghai right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Narita International Airport to Shanghai:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

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