Travelling from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo one hour ahead of Shanghai.
Flights from SHA to HND start from 08:20 — the first with Shanghai Airlines. The last service of the day is at 13:40 with ANA. In total, there are 28 weekly Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your SHA to HND flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Tokyo (and then other parts of Japan) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with J-Air on this route.
With a dependable 93.44% of services arriving on schedule, Shanghai Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SHA to HND flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SHA and HND include:
Beijing Capital Airport
Gimpo International Airport
Taipei Sung Shan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flight is R 3,135. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 5,995. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SHA to HND if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SHA to HND by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SHA land on schedule 85% of the time.
To reach Shanghai Hongqiao Airport from central Shanghai, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SHA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Follow your own route with a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and chase adventure across Tokyo and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Haneda Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
April is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Tokyo in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SHA to HND around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Japan, head for Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key highlights.
