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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, China to Tokyo from £144

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — TYO
11 Sep — 18 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo are usually found in November or December, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 August 2026.

Tue 8/919:15 -
1 stop18h 40m
Fri 25/909:30 -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 9/8£273
Tue 1/919:15 -
1 stop18h 00m
Tue 8/909:30 -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 9/8£274
Sat 31/1018:10 -
1 stop24h 15m
Mon 2/1120:25 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 11/8£282
Fri 4/919:15 -
1 stop18h 00m
Sun 6/909:30 -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 11/8£283
Thu 24/908:20 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Sun 27/913:30 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Deal found 11/8£292
Mon 7/908:20 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Thu 24/914:30 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Deal found 12/8£298
Tue 8/908:20 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Fri 25/913:30 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Deal found 10/8£298
Mon 7/908:20 -
Nonstop3h 10m
Tue 29/913:30 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Deal found 8/8£307
Thu 19/1112:30 -
1 stop8h 00m
Tue 24/1115:25 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 9/8£308
Sat 29/819:15 -
1 stop18h 40m
Sun 6/909:30 -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 10/8£309
Fri 4/920:50 -
1 stop20h 10m
Fri 11/919:00 -
1 stop20h 25m
Deal found 7/8£312
Tue 27/1011:40 -
1 stop29h 20m
Mon 2/1119:00 -
1 stop16h 25m
Deal found 11/8£313

Find flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Tokyo (TYO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£273

One-way from

£144

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£322

Good one-way deal

£272 or less
Hong Kong Airlines
  • Hong Kong Airlines
  • 8/9-25/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • Shanghai to Tokyo
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Hong Kong Airlines
  • Hong Kong Airlines
  • 8/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Shanghai to Tokyo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£25 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/9

19:15-14:15

1 stop18h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 10/9

09:30-18:00

1 stop9h 30m

£274

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/9

19:15-14:15

1 stop18h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 8/9

09:30-18:00

1 stop9h 30m

£274

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/10

18:10-19:25

1 stop24h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 2/11

20:25-16:50

1 stop21h 25m

£282
Fastest return journey

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

SHAHND

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/11

09:00-12:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 21/11

13:30-15:45

Nonstop3h 15m

£307

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

SHAHND

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 30/12

09:00-12:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 7/1

13:30-15:45

Nonstop3h 15m

£307

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/9

20:50-18:00

1 stop20h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 14/9

19:00-14:25

1 stop20h 25m

£312

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/9

20:50-18:00

1 stop20h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 16/9

19:00-14:25

1 stop20h 25m

£312

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/11

15:35-18:00

1 stop25h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 24/11

19:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

£313

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/12

15:35-18:00

1 stop25h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 6/12

19:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

£313

ShanghaiTokyo

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

SHANRT

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/10

16:35-18:00

1 stop24h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 16/10

19:00-19:30

1 stop25h 30m

£313

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Best time to book a flight from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo (average of £202). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo in August is currently the most expensive (average of £324). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 August 2026.

When flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo

Explore weekly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 August 2026.

The most flights from SHA to TYO are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo flights typically cost between £279 and £374 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £273 on Hong Kong Airlines (8 Sept–25 Sept).

How often are flights from Shanghai to Tokyo delayed?

About 3% of weekly flights between Shanghai and Tokyo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Shanghai to Tokyo flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Shanghai to Tokyo flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo?

The best time to book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo is 68 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Tokyo. Reviews last updated 12 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA,Air China, andChina Eastern from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,294 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,Jun 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,294 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,294 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,Jun 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.
Air China
7.4
Good
160 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,294 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,Jun 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,294 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

PeggyLee,Jun 2026

BKK - NRT

It was unexpectedly below the expectation from the overall atmosphere of older plane, older seats, and most disappointment probably the meals. Will not be booking ANA again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Departing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo will take you 2h 30m. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Tokyo are separated by a distance of 1103 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Tokyo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo (average of £202). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Tokyo in August is currently the most expensive (average of £324). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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