Travelling from Nagoya to Shanghai: what you need to know
Nagoya's main base, Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai.
Arrive in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Nagoya to Shanghai flight.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai one hour behind Nagoya.
With 60 flights a week between the two airports, Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Nagoya to Shanghai with JAL at 08:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from NGO to PVG is with Juneyao Airlines at 20:40.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Nagoya to Shanghai flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nagoya to Shanghai
To find cheap Nagoya to Shanghai flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Take off from Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) on a nonstop flight from Nagoya to Shanghai. From NGO, you can travel directly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
These are some of the leading airlines offering direct Nagoya to Shanghai plane tickets from NGO:
We make it a cinch to book a Nagoya to Shanghai flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Chubu Centrair International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Central Nagoya to NGO is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
In search of a convenient hotel near Chubu Centrair International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
78.8% of flights that leave from Chubu Centrair International Airport reach their destination on time.
NGO is located at 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Go beyond Shanghai and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
PVG is situated at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
As soon as your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near SHA. Kick back after your Nagoya to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Line up the perfect playlist and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and start exploring right away.
Generally, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from SHA the moment you know your dates.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport can be found at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the most popular month for flights from Nagoya to Shanghai. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Shanghai in April.
Before locking in your Nagoya to Shanghai tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Nagoya to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nagoya to Shanghai, explore our range of accommodation options including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Shanghai travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.