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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Osaka to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $407. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.$287 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Peach.Outbound direct flight with Peach departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $287, select.

Shanghai.$311 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Shanghai.$316 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Peach.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $316, select.

Shanghai.$330 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Shanghai.$330 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Peach.Outbound direct flight with Peach departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Shanghai.$332 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $332, select.

Shanghai.$333 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.

Shanghai.$354 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $354, select.

Shanghai.$373 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $373, select.

Shanghai.$377 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Peach.Outbound direct flight with Peach departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $377, select.

Shanghai.$383 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $383, select.

Shanghai.$389 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Peach.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

Shanghai.$406 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Peach.Outbound direct flight with Peach departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.

Shanghai.$407 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Peach.Outbound direct flight with Peach departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Peach departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $407, select.

Shanghai.$411 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $411, select.

Shanghai.$412 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jun.Return flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.

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Alternative Osaka to Shanghai routes

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

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai

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from $484

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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai

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Osaka to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$287
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	203

Finding cheap flights from Osaka to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are return flights from Osaka to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Osaka to Shanghai is $287. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Osaka to Shanghai?

2 hours and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Osaka to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Osaka to Shanghai?

China Eastern, Japan Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Osaka to Shanghai.

How many flights are there a week from Osaka to Shanghai?

As of July 2026, there are 228 flights per week flying from Osaka to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Osaka to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from Osaka to Shanghai is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Osaka, 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 $287.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Osaka to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Osaka to Shanghai on Monday, 21 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Osaka to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 41 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Osaka to Shanghai?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

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.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Osaka to Shanghai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Peach .

Flying from Osaka to Shanghai: what you need to know

There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Osaka. Explore your options leaving from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when searching for a flight from Osaka to Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct Osaka to Shanghai flight is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Shanghai is one hour behind Osaka and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 99 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Osaka to Shanghai is with Peach Aviation at 22:25. Choose the first KIX to PVG departure operated by Spring Airlines at 08:30 to make the most of your first day in Shanghai.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Osaka to Shanghai flight.
During popular months like November, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Shanghai

Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Osaka to Shanghai flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Osaka to Shanghai is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Flying from Osaka

Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)

You can book a direct flight from Osaka to Shanghai departing from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX). Begin your journey at KIX and arrive at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG).
There are numerous airlines that offer direct Osaka to Shanghai plane tickets out of KIX. Some of the most popular are:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing Osaka to Shanghai flights leaving from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
- Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Qingdao Airport (TAO)
KIX is about 40 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Kobe Airport (UKB)

You can take a nonstop flight from Osaka to Shanghai out of Kobe Airport (UKB). Begin your travels at UKB and step off the plane at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG).
Book a direct Osaka to Shanghai plane ticket with Juneyao Airlines. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of UKB.
UKB is around 26 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Osaka to Shanghai? Kick back in a hotel near Kobe Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Flights from Kobe Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81% of them arriving on schedule.
You'll find UKB at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Osaka to Shanghai. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car and discover corners of Shanghai that most visitors tend to miss. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
Increase your chances of securing a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport several weeks in advance is a smart move.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) is about 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Osaka to Shanghai, it takes approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take about 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Osaka to Shanghai, rest your head at a hotel close to SHA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and start exploring right away.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the home desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from SHA a few weeks in advance so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

April is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Shanghai. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Shanghai in March.
Book a Osaka to Shanghai ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Osaka to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Shanghai

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Osaka to Shanghai:
Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Tower are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.

Explore more of China

Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road.