Cheap Flights from Nagoya to Shanghai

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nagoya to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nagoya to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nagoya to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Nagoya to Shanghai

Alternative Nagoya to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nagoya to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nagoya to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,321
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week123

Finding cheap flights from Nagoya to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nagoya to Shanghai is R 2,631. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Nagoya to Shanghai.
China Eastern, Japan Airlines and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from Nagoya to Shanghai.
As of April 2025, there are 123 flights per week flying from Nagoya to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Nagoya to Shanghai is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Nagoya, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,631.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nagoya to Shanghai on Thursday, 3 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Spring Airlines .

Flying from Nagoya to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Nagoya. Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Nagoya to Shanghai departing from here.

  • Step off your plane in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • If you hold a passport from Japan, you'll need an embassy visa to visit China. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Nagoya to Shanghai for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.

Flying from Nagoya

Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)

  • Depart from Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) on a nonstop flight from Nagoya to Shanghai. From NGO, you can land directly at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • Direct flights from Nagoya to Shanghai are offered by a good selection of airlines at NGO. Fly with any of these:

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Chubu Centrair International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • To get to NGO from central Nagoya, it takes around 47 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near Chubu Centrair International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

How to find the cheapest flights from Nagoya to Shanghai

  • Right now, R 1,321 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nagoya to Shanghai. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,631. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Nagoya to Shanghai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Nagoya to Shanghai across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Nagoya to Shanghai. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Nagoya to Shanghai.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Nagoya to Shanghai. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Shanghai in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Nagoya to Shanghai in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you like cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Nagoya to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.

More about Shanghai

  • Once you've booked your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.

Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Nagoya to Shanghai to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Shanghai, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.