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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 473
Typical prices: C$ 392-C$ 662
Hong Kong Airlines
Sat 24/11Sat 1/12
PVG - NRT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 476
Typical prices: C$ 391-C$ 662
Jetstar Japan
Fri 14/12Sun 16/12
PVG - NRT • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with China Eastern, Air China, and others. Average duration is 2h 55m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 97% 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 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 536 (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

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Hong Kong Airlines Logo
4:50 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
25h 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$ 473Hong Kong Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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. - 8:55 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
12h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 475Hong Kong Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 14 Dec - Wed, 16 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$ 476Jetstar Japan
2 days ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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$ 477Juneyao Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 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$ 482Jetstar Japan
2 days ago
Tue, 23 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar
ANA Logo
1:35 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
2h 50mdirect
ANA Logo
9:50 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 30mdirect
C$ 487ANA
3+ days ago
Mon, 14 Dec - Wed, 16 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$ 498Jetstar Japan
1 day ago
Tue, 23 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar
Japan Airlines Logo
1:25 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
7h 00m1 stop Osaka Kansai Intl
Japan Airlines Logo
7:10 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
5h 55m1 stop Osaka Kansai Intl
C$ 505Japan Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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$ 508Juneyao Airlines
18 hours ago
Mon, 12 Apr - Mon, 19 Apr
Japan Airlines Logo
2:05 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
2h 55mdirect
Japan Airlines Logo
9:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 25mdirect
C$ 512Japan Airlines
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights

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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 typically range from C$ 392 to C$ 662. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 473, on Hong Kong Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport at C$ 378 round-trip.
•February (C$ 642) and April (C$ 640) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

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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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

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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

November

Cheapest flight

C$ 241
Beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport

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Your Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 2:20 am and lands at 5:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:30 pm and lands at 8:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 55m.

  • 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 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 55m, 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 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$ 392 to C$ 662, with an average of C$ 524 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 392 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the C$ 524 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, direct and layover fares are close on average, with direct at C$ 524 round-trip and layover options via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) at C$ 536.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

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

    • China Southern: 97% on time
    • Japan Airlines: 93% on time
    • ANA: 92% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.

  • 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$ 25–C$ 140 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 Shanghai Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • 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 39% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 39%, Evening flights for 15%, and Night flights for 7%.

  • 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$ 262.

  • 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:

    • IX Rental
    • Yesaway
    • Relax Rent A Car
    • Times
    • JDM Rent a car

  • 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).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • 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, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 13m.

  • 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) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Hanoi Noibai (HAN) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 469 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 592, a difference of C$ 124.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly 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 JAPAN
    • Juneyao Airlines
    • Spring Airlines
    • Japan Airlines

  • 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 9h 58m 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.

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

    Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo Narita Airport are Akihabara Electric Town and Kanda Myoujin Shrine. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo Narita Airport on KAYAK.

  • 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:

    • Spring Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Japan Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

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

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

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 and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 469, about C$ 124 less than Friday fares (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 24% 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 December. Fares historically average C$ 378 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 264 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with China Southern. Over the past three months, 97% of China Southern flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 13m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.

Prefer to fly direct from Shanghai to Tokyo?

 
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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