Cheap Flights from Sapporo to Shanghai — $158

Sapporo is served mainly by New Chitose Airport (CTS), the region’s international gateway and largest airport, and Okadama Airport (OKD), a smaller domestic facility. New Chitose typically handles international long-haul and budget carriers alongside full-service Japanese airlines, while Okadama is used mainly for short domestic hops and regional flights. New Chitose sits about 45–50 km southeast of central Sapporo; travel options include the JR rapid train (35–45 minutes), airport limousine buses (50–75 minutes) and taxis (roughly the same time but considerably pricier). Okadama is much closer, around 8–10 km north of downtown, reachable by city bus or taxi in 20–30 minutes. New Chitose can be more convenient for international connections and shopping/amenities, though it may feel busier and involve longer transfers to the city; Okadama offers quick access for domestic travellers but has limited facilities and fewer flight choices.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s primary international gateway and a major long-haul hub, typically hosting full-service carriers and many international alliances; fares here can be mid-to-high compared with regional alternatives. It lies about 30–40 km east of downtown Shanghai, with Maglev plus metro or airport express taking roughly 30–60 minutes (fares for transit modes can range from a few RMB to modest premiums for Maglev). Hongqiao (SHA) functions more as a domestic and regional hub, popular with budget and full-service carriers on short-haul routes; it’s much closer to the city center (around 10–15 km) and reachable by metro, taxi or airport shuttle in 20–40 minutes at moderate cost. Pros: Pudong offers extensive international connections and full-range services, while Hongqiao is convenient for quick city access; cons: Pudong can mean longer transfers and higher local transport expense, and Hongqiao has fewer long-haul options and can be busy during peak domestic travel.

The airlines on the Sapporo — Shanghai route each fly on specific days: China Eastern Airlines flies on Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday. Spring Airlines only flies on Tuesday and Saturday.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Sapporo to Shanghai is $143 (June 2026), while the maximum is $207 (August 2026). On average, a ticket costs $179–$386.

The Sapporo — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 9 in total, including China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Peach, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Japan, T'way Air, Air Do, and Spring Airlines Japan. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $158. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.