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Cheapest round-trip
$384
Typical prices: $339-$485
XiamenAir
Fri 10/19Wed 10/24
NRT - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$430
Typical prices: $344-$490
China Eastern
Mon 10/1Wed 10/10
HND - SHA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with ANA, Shanghai Airlines and others. Average duration is 3h 26m.
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Cheapest • 8% average savings
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Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $242 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tokyo to Hongqiao Intl (TYO-SHA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tokyo to Hongqiao Intl

Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
XiamenAir Logo
3:30 pm - 10:30 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 00m1 stop Fuzhou
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9:55 pm - 1:40 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
14h 45m1 stop Fuzhou
$384XiamenAir
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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3:30 pm - 10:00 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 30m1 stop Fuzhou
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6:15 pm - 1:40 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
18h 25m1 stop Fuzhou
$384XiamenAir
Thu, Mar 11 - Sat, Mar 13
Air China Logo
2:20 pm - 9:40 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
8h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
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10:30 pm - 12:50 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
13h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$423Air China
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 13
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3:25 pm - 10:55 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
8h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
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11:30 am - 7:50 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
7h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
$425Air China
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
China Eastern Logo
2:30 pm - 5:20 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3h 50mnonstop
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8:20 am - 12:30 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
3h 10mnonstop
$430China Eastern
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
China Eastern Logo
2:30 pm - 5:20 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3h 50mnonstop
China Eastern Logo
9:30 am - 1:30 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
3h 00mnonstop
$434China Eastern
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Shanghai Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 3:45 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3h 15mnonstop
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9:00 am - 12:30 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
2h 30mnonstop
$513Shanghai Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
Shanghai Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 5:20 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3h 50mnonstop
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9:30 am - 1:30 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
3h 00mnonstop
$515Shanghai Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 30
Japan Airlines Logo
9:05 am - 11:45 amHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3h 40mnonstop
Japan Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 4:50 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
2h 45mnonstop
$529Japan Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 23
Japan Airlines Logo
9:05 am - 11:45 amHND  Tokyo Haneda-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
3h 40mnonstop
Japan Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 4:50 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
2h 45mnonstop
$535Japan Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport start at $384. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $339 to $485. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $384 on XiamenAir.

What is the cheapest Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight route?

Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA) is the cheapest Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport route, averaging $328 round-trip. Other Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport routes average $388, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at $291 round-trip.
  • December ($500) and October ($451) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% 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 Tokyo to Hongqiao Intl

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

Robert Schrader

Expert on China Eastern

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ANA

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.

Key details for Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$214
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Your Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What airlines are available from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    4 airlines operate flights between Tokyo and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • ANA
    • Shanghai Airlines
    • China Eastern
    • Japan Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT). Flights usually arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

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

    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Shanghai Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $242 round-trip via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN), compared to $392 for nonstop.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) - 14% 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 Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $355 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $491, a difference of $136. 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 from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 53 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are The Bund, Nanjing Road and Shanghai Disneyland. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:05 am and lands at 12:31 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:30 pm and lands at 5:56 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 26m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 30% above the route average of $388. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 3h 26m, covering 1,104 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 $384 to $2,997. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $278, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does China Eastern’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

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

    • China Eastern: 96% on time
    • ANA: 91% on time
    • Japan Airlines: 90% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 91% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl 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 from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 26m, compared with 11h 46m via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) and 12h 06m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Tokyo and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 1 hour behind Tokyo (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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from $339 to $485, with an average of $388 over the past 12 months. Anything below $339 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $355 - about $136 less than Thursday (28% 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 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $291 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, China Eastern is the strongest pick on this route. 96% of China Eastern flights from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 91%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 53 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 Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Airport (XMN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $242 round-trip on this route - about $150 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport.
    - Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    - Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao Cbd
    - Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

Prefer to fly direct from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tokyo to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Monday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Tuesday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Wednesday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Thursday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Friday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Saturday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Sunday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

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Direct returns

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo

Monday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Tuesday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Wednesday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Thursday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Friday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Saturday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

Sunday

ANA,China Eastern,Japan Airlines, +1 more

ANA,China Eastern, +2 more

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