Flying from Shanghai to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to Narita International Airport (NRT). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Shanghai to Narita International Airport is 2 hours 56 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai. Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo.
With 329 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. Jetstar Japan operates the earliest flight at 02:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from PVG to NRT is with ANA (All Nippon Airways) at 17:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Shanghai to NRT.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Narita International Airport (NRT) depart from this terminal.
Direct flights from Shanghai to Narita International Airport are available from a good range of airlines at PVG. Select your seat on any of these:
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Shanghai to NRT with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PVG and NRT include:
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
From the centre of Shanghai, PVG is around 56 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Narita International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) operates direct flights from Shanghai to Narita International Airport (NRT).
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Narita International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and NRT:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Changle International Airport (FOC)
SHA is approximately 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 21 minutes or so to get to the airport when driving from the city centre.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to NRT:
About Narita International Airport (NRT)
Consider booking a hotel near NRT if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Narita International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Narita International Airport to the centre of Tokyo is around 58 minutes by car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Narita International Airport (NRT)
R 1,521 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Narita International Airport. Return flights start from R 3,199. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
8 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Shanghai to NRT.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Narita International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Narita International Airport (NRT)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Tokyo. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Narita International Airport.
Before you book a flight from Shanghai to NRT, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Narita International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Narita International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
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