Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai one hour behind Tokyo.
Each week, there are 330 Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, select the 08:55 Air China flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:45 with Spring Airlines Japan.
Leave plenty of time to catch your NRT to PVG flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Plenty of airlines operate direct flights from Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Travel nonstop to Shanghai with these carriers and discover this incredible part of China:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Spring Airlines.
Jetstar Japan is the most punctual carrier that offers NRT to PVG flights. An exceptional 82.86% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between NRT and PVG:
Chubu Centrair International Airport
Kansai International Airport
Fukuoka Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Currently, C$124 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$230. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from NRT to PVG, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to Narita International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.53% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Narita International Airport is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near NRT. Whether you have an early flight from Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Travel where the road takes you with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
Book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Shanghai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Narita International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NRT to PVG around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Suzhou is another sought-after destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.