Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Tokyo and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $265 to $333. The lowest price recently found on this route was $228.

Question 1

How many flights depart from Tokyo to Shanghai on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 59 flights per day flying from Tokyo to Shanghai. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 48% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Tokyo is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $223, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Tokyo averaging around $251.

Question 3

What is the cheapest Tokyo to Shanghai flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Tokyo - Shanghai flight prices

Question 4

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Tokyo and Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $265 to $333.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $228.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $447. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Tokyo to Shanghai for around $624.

Question 6

How often are flights from Tokyo to Shanghai delayed?

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Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Tokyo and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 134 minutes.

Question 7

What is the most punctual flight time for Tokyo to Shanghai flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

How many flights depart from Tokyo to Shanghai on average per week?

Accepted Answer

414 flights are operational weekly from Tokyo to Shanghai as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 9

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

China Eastern, Japan Airlines and ANA are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Tokyo according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 10

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tokyo to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

Air China, SPRING JAPAN, and Jetstar Japan are the most popular carriers operating from Tokyo to Shanghai

Question 11

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 12

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Tokyo to Shanghai flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Peach have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 3% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 13

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest Tokyo to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai at noon for as low as $402. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $647.

Question 14

What cabin class options are available on Tokyo to Shanghai flights?

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Tokyo to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?

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Prices for flights from Tokyo to Shanghai were last updated today.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?

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As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Tokyo to Shanghai.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tokyo to Shanghai.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air China	PriceFrom $200	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 136 reviews	Search Air China flights
ANA	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,063 reviews	Search ANA flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $278	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 187 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Shanghai Airlines	PriceFrom $291	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Shanghai Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $294	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,672 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Tokyo and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Tokyo to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai at noon for as low as $402. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $647.

What is the cheapest Tokyo to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from Tokyo Narita to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Tokyo - Shanghai flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Tokyo to Shanghai flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Tokyo to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tokyo to Shanghai?

Air China, SPRING JAPAN, and Jetstar Japan are the most popular carriers operating from Tokyo to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

How often are flights from Tokyo to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Tokyo and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 134 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Tokyo to Shanghai flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Tokyo to Shanghai flights?

According to our data, Peach have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 3% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Tokyo to Shanghai on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 59 flights per day flying from Tokyo to Shanghai. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 48% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Tokyo to Shanghai on average per week?

414 flights are operational weekly from Tokyo to Shanghai as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tokyo to Shanghai?

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How old do you have to be to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

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