Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Osaka — $103

The route Shanghai — Osaka is served by many carriers — 11 in total, including Spring Airlines, Peach, Eastar Jet, Jeju Air, Hong Kong Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Eva Air, Shanghai Airlines, and Cathay Pacific. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $103) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) functions as the city’s primary international gateway and long-haul hub, handling most intercontinental carriers and full-service Chinese and global airlines; it’s generally perceived as pricier for long-haul tickets. Located about 30–40 km east of downtown, transfer options include the Maglev plus metro (35–50 minutes), airport express and taxis (40–60 minutes) with fares ranging from moderate rail fares to higher taxi charges. Pros: modern terminals and extensive international connections; cons: longer transfer times to central districts and potential peak-hour congestion. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) serves mainly domestic and regional flights, favored by budget and business shuttle services; it sits much closer to the city center (around 10–15 km), reachable via metro Line 10/2 in roughly 20–30 minutes or by taxi in 20–40 minutes at lower fares. Pros: quick city access and frequent domestic links; cons: fewer long-haul options and sometimes higher domestic demand during holidays.

Kansai International Airport (KIX) serves as Osaka’s primary international gateway and a major regional hub for full-service carriers, handling long-haul and many international flights. Located on an artificial island about 50–55 km (roughly 45–60 minutes) from central Osaka by express train, it’s typically accessed via the JR Haruka or Nankai limited express services; fares can range from mid to higher depending on service and seat class. Airport buses and taxis can take longer and cost more. Pros: modern facilities, many international connections and good transfer options. Cons: longer transfer time to the city center and occasional higher fares for premium services. Itami Airport (Osaka International Airport, ITM) functions mainly as a domestic and short-haul regional airport, often serving business and budget-conscious travelers on frequent, short routes. Situated approximately 10–15 km north of downtown Osaka, travel to the city center can be as quick as 20–30 minutes by bus or taxi; airport bus fares are usually modest and trains require a short transfer. Typical airlines include domestic full-service and low-cost carriers on high-frequency schedules. Pros: convenient city access and shorter check-in/transfer times for domestic flights. Cons: limited international connections and can be busy during peak business periods.

In different months, ticket prices from Shanghai to Osaka vary: minimum — $116 (October 2026), maximum — $245 (January 2027). Typically, the flight costs $168–$317.