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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 512
Typical prices: C$ 358-C$ 638
Hong Kong Airlines
Tue 6/11Sat 10/11
PVG - NRT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 525
Typical prices: C$ 357-C$ 640
Jetstar Japan
Fri 2/11Fri 9/11
PVG - NRT • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with China Eastern, Air China, and others. Average duration is 2h 57m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 32% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 516 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Tokyo (PVG-NRT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Shanghai to Tokyo

Fri, 6 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
12:25 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
30h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
9:05 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 512Hong Kong Airlines
Thu, 18 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
4:50 p.m. - 1:20 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
19h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
3:20 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 516Hong Kong Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Jetstar Japan Logo
2:20 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Japan Logo
10:20 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 50mdirect
C$ 525Jetstar Japan
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
7:40 a.m. - 7:25 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
10h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
9:05 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 530Hong Kong Airlines
Mon, 14 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Japan Airlines Logo
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 00mdirect
Japan Airlines Logo
9:35 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 45mdirect
C$ 535Japan Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 3 Nov
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
9:10 a.m. - 7:25 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
9h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
9:05 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 537Hong Kong Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
7:40 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
22h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
9:05 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 538Hong Kong Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
Juneyao Airlines Logo
8:25 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
2h 35mdirect
Juneyao Airlines Logo
1:15 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 25mdirect
C$ 539Juneyao Airlines
Wed, 16 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Jetstar Japan Logo
2:20 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Japan Logo
10:20 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 50mdirect
C$ 541Jetstar Japan
Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 2 Nov
Vietnam Airlines Logo
3:25 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
14h 35m1 stop Hanoi Noibai
Vietnam Airlines Logo
9:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 45m1 stop Hanoi Noibai
C$ 545Vietnam Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

Round-trip flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport start at C$ 512. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 358 to C$ 638. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 512 on Hong Kong Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport at C$ 335 round-trip.
  • February (C$ 628) and April (C$ 622) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Shanghai to Tokyo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on PVG

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Key details for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 236
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
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Your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights:

    • ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    9 airlines operate flights between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Tokyo Narita Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • China Eastern
    • Air China
    • Spring Airlines
    • Juneyao Airlines
    • ANA
    • SPRING JAPAN

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport usually depart from Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and arrive at Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • SPRING JAPAN: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Spring Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air China: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 490 round-trip, compared to C$ 516 via a layover through Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 31–C$ 138 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Juneyao Airlines and China Eastern. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 52% of one-stop connections
    • Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Hanoi Noibai (HAN) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    On the Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 22%. Sunday is the cheapest day at C$ 444 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 563 – a C$ 119 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 8 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 36%, Evening flights for 9%, and Night flights for 9%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo Narita Airport are Shinjuku Train Station, Ginza, and Akihabara Electric Town. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo Narita Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:15 am and lands at 5:12 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:35 pm and lands at 8:32 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 57m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 10% above the route average of C$ 491. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport take?

    A direct flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport takes 2h 57m, covering 2,888 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 256.

  • How does China Southern's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights?

    China Southern is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while ANA has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights are:

    • China Southern: 96% on time
    • ANA: 92% on time
    • Japan Airlines: 92% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Flying via Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 41m, compared with 10h 15m via Incheon Intl (ICN) and 11h 24m via Cheongju (CJJ).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Tokyo Narita Airport is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (Japan Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)?

    Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Relax Rent A Car
    · Yesaway
    · Times
    · IX Rental
    · JDM Rent a car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport range from C$ 358 to C$ 638, with an average of C$ 491 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 358 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 444 – about C$ 119 less than Friday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 335 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 292 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, China Southern is the strongest pick on this route. 96% of China Southern flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours8 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Shanghai Pu Dong to Tokyo Narita

Monday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +6 more

ANA,Air China, +7 more

Wednesday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +4 more

ANA,Air China, +5 more

Thursday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +6 more

ANA,Air China, +7 more

Friday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +4 more

ANA,Air China, +5 more

Saturday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +6 more

ANA,Air China, +7 more

Sunday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +4 more

ANA,Air China, +5 more

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Direct returns

Tokyo Narita to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

Wednesday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

Thursday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

Friday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

Saturday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

Sunday

ANA,Air China,China Eastern, +5 more

ANA,Air China, +6 more

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