Travelling from Nagoya to Shanghai: what you need to know
Nagoya's main base, Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai.
Step off your plane in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
Jump on a direct Nagoya to Shanghai flight and you'll be flying for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai one hour behind Nagoya.
With 22 flights a week between the two airports, Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Nagoya to Shanghai with JAL at 08:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from NGO to PVG is with Juneyao Airlines at 20:40.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Nagoya to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nagoya to Shanghai
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Nagoya to Shanghai flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Nagoya
Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, you can leave from Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO). Get from NGO to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) without any stops.
Direct Nagoya to Shanghai plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at NGO. Book your journey with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Nagoya to Shanghai flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Nagoya, NGO can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
85% of flights leaving Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from NGO.
NGO's address is 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nagoya to Shanghai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car and discover corners of Shanghai that aren't on every traveller's list. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging the best rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport several weeks in advance is a good idea.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is about 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA). As soon as your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SHA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Why be tied to someone else's timetable? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car and set your own course. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from SHA before your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai. April is the busiest month for a trip to Shanghai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Nagoya to Shanghai ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap flights from Nagoya to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are must-do's during your Shanghai adventure.
Explore more of China
Shanghai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.
Suzhou is another must-experience destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without visiting Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road.