Flying from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know
Tokyo has two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) taking off from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour behind Tokyo.
With 63 direct flights a week between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Juneyao Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from HND to PVG is with ANA at 10:40pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tokyo to PVG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Reach your destination without the detour from Haneda Airport (HND). Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) operate from here.
Direct flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport are available from a variety of airlines at HND. Get on board with any of these:
Most travellers choose to book seats with JAL from HND to PVG.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Spring Airlines.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Tokyo to PVG leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Haneda Airport, 73.52% land on time at their destination.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Consider flying out of Narita International Airport (NRT). You can book a direct Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) flight ticket from this hub.
You'll have no trouble finding airlines that operate direct flights from Tokyo to PVG. Here's a list of carriers that'll get you straight to your destination from NRT:
Air China is the top choice for travellers flying from NRT to PVG.
Jetstar Japan has the best on-time rating of any carrier operating flights between Narita International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Split up your flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Narita International Airport and PVG include:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
NRT is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Tokyo to PVG flight? Unwind in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
ر.ق. 290 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Return flights start at ر.ق. 594. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Tokyo to PVG, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). July is the peak month for travel to Shanghai. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
When booking your Tokyo to PVG flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Shanghai when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to 外滩-观景平台 followed by 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.
