Cheap Flights from Osaka to Shanghai — $116

More than 12 airlines operate flights from Osaka to Shanghai, including Spring Airlines, Peach, Juneyao Airlines, Air China, T'way Air, Jeju Air, Shandong Airlines, Eastar Jet, Shanghai Airlines, Connellan air disaster, Korean Air, and Air Busan. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $116, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Osaka is served primarily by two airports with distinct roles. Kansai International (KIX) functions as the region’s international hub, handling most long-haul and many Asian routes and typically hosting full-service carriers alongside some low-cost operators. It sits on an artificial island about 50 km (roughly 45–60 minutes) from central Osaka by the JR Haruka express or airport limousine buses; fares can commonly be mid-range for airport rail and moderate for buses. It’s convenient for international connections but can feel large and time-consuming to navigate. Osaka’s closer domestic gateway, Itami (ITM), is mainly used by domestic and regional flights, often by legacy Japanese airlines; it’s only 10–15 km (20–30 minutes) from downtown by bus or taxi with relatively low fares. Itami is compact and quick for domestic transfers, though it lacks long-haul services.

The distance between Osaka and Shanghai is 1362km (844 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 32m. There are 108 direct flights from Osaka to Shanghai. The time difference between Osaka and Shanghai is 1h. Flights from Osaka begin at 9:00 AM. The latest flight from Osaka departs at 10:25 PM

Shanghai is served primarily by two major airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) functions as the city’s international and long-haul hub, handling most intercontinental carriers and cargo flights; fares here can be mid-to-high depending on season. It lies about 30–50 km east of downtown Pudong, reachable by Maglev plus metro in roughly 45–60 minutes (fares vary), airport shuttle buses (about 60–90 minutes), or taxi in roughly 40–70 minutes depending on traffic. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is closer to the city center and typically handles domestic and regional services, favored by budget and business travelers for short hops; it’s 10–15 km west of central Shanghai with metro or taxi trips of 20–40 minutes. Pros: PVG offers extensive international connections and full-service amenities; SHA is far more convenient for central transfers. Cons: PVG can feel distant and subject to traffic delays; SHA has fewer long-haul options and can be busy during peak hours.