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Cheap Flights from Tokyo to Shanghai (NRT-PVG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tokyo to Shanghai

Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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10:20 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 50mdirect
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3:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
2h 40mdirect
C$ 512Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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10:20 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 50mdirect
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2:20 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 00mdirect
C$ 513Jetstar Japan
Fri, 15 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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10:20 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 50mdirect
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2:20 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 00mdirect
C$ 523Jetstar Japan
Thu, 7 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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7:40 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 45mdirect
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3:25 p.m. - 7:45 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
15h 20m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
C$ 527Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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7:20 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 40mdirect
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5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 00mdirect
C$ 535SPRING JAPAN
Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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10:20 p.m. - 1:10 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 50mdirect
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3:25 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
14h 35m1 stop Hanoi Noibai
C$ 537Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 12:55 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
6h 55m1 stop Fukuoka
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5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 00mdirect
C$ 538Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
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2:20 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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7:40 a.m. - 2:20 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
29h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 546Hong Kong Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
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2:20 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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7:40 a.m. - 2:20 p.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
29h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 550Hong Kong Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
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10:25 p.m. - 12:50 a.m.NRT  Tokyo Narita-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
3h 25mdirect
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2:15 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-NRT Tokyo Narita
3h 05mdirect
C$ 552Jetstar Japan
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport at C$ 350 round-trip.
  • July (C$ 622) and June (C$ 539) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Daniel Scheffler

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

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 281
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 31% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
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Your Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights?

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

    • Air China: offers free seat selection
    • Spring Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • 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 Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Air China: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • SPRING JAPAN: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • China Eastern: 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 Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 312 round-trip via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), compared to C$ 472 for direct.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 14–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 Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 A350-900 variants.

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

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

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • Xi'an Xianyang (XIY) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dalian (DLC) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Fukuoka (FUK) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Incheon Intl (ICN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 417 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 549, a difference of C$ 132. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 11 minutes.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 10%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are Shanghai Disneyland, The Bund, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:20 am and lands at 12:52 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 1:57 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 32m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 9% above the route average of C$ 473. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport takes 3h 32m, covering 2,888 km.

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

  • Have flight prices from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 512 to C$ 4,344. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 296, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

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

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

    • Japan Airlines: 99% on time
    • ANA: 96% on time
    • SPRING JAPAN: 96% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

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

    Morning 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 Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    Flying via Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 19m via Fukuoka (FUK) and 8h 13m via Incheon Intl (ICN).

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

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport range from C$ 377 to C$ 605, with an average of C$ 473 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 377 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 417 – about C$ 132 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 350 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 272 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Japan Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 99% of Japan Airlines flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours11 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Xi'an Xianyang Airport (XIY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 312 round-trip on this route – about C$ 160 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
    - Dazhong Airport Hotel
    - Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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