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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nagoya to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Nagoya to Shanghai

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nagoya to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nagoya to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$285
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week110

Finding cheap flights from Nagoya to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nagoya to Shanghai is $285. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Nagoya to Shanghai.
Japan Airlines, China Eastern and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Nagoya to Shanghai.
As of December 2025, there are 110 flights per week flying from Nagoya to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Nagoya to Shanghai is usually May.
If you're flying from Nagoya, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $285.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nagoya to Shanghai on Monday, 11 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Spring Airlines .

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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  • Find an affordable Nagoya to Shanghai flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

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)

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

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.

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