Flying from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is Shanghai's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) leaving from here.
Hop on a direct Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Tokyo is one hour ahead of Shanghai. Tokyo Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. There are 102 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Spring Airlines Japan at 5:35pm. Opt for the first PVG to NRT departure operated by Jetstar Japan at 2:15am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to NRT, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Reach your destination without the detour from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) can be booked from here.
A range of airlines at PVG operate direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport. The most well-known include:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Air China between PVG and NRT.
Jetstar Japan tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 91.43% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PVG arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and NRT:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to NRT flight:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85% of them landing as planned.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near NRT:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Getting from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Tokyo Narita International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Currently, $56 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $352. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to NRT, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). January is the busiest month to visit Tokyo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in December.
Book a Shanghai to NRT plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Tokyo Narita International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji are must-visits when exploring Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Nagoya will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
If you're eager to discover another side of Japan, head for Toyohashi, roughly 290 kilometres west of Tokyo. Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari are highlights.