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Osaka.$180 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $180, select.
Osaka.$204 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.
Osaka.$204 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.
Osaka.$227 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.
Osaka.$243 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.
Osaka.$246 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.
Osaka.$250 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 16 May.Return flight with Hainan Airlines and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.
Osaka.$250 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka)

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka) flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Jul
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Direct flights from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka)

Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka): Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Osaka below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kansai International (Osaka).

Shanghai to Osaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$180
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineJuneyao Airlines
Average flights per week354

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka) is $180. 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 23 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka).
Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern and Spring Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka).
As of April 2025, there are 708 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka).
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka) is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport on Friday, 10 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 23 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 Kansai International (Osaka) 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 Osaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kansai International (Osaka) is Spring Airlines .

Flying from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know

  • There are two main airports to choose from in Shanghai. Check out your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when booking your flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX).

  • 2 hours 17 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport.

  • Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka. The city operates in the UTC+9 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai.

  • The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX), with 575 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to KIX is the 06:15 Peach service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 19:05 with ANA (All Nippon Airways).

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Shanghai to KIX.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • You can take a direct flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • These are some of the popular carriers operating direct flights from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport taking off from PVG:

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to KIX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take a pause at one of these airports:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Fukuoka Airport (FUK)

  • The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is about 56 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.

  • After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) offers nonstop flights from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX).

  • Split up your flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and KIX include:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)

    • Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)

  • Driving from central Shanghai to SHA generally takes 21 minutes, depending on traffic. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Shanghai to KIX? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

About Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka

  • Kansai International Airport to central Osaka takes around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • For a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport, $90 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $180. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.

  • Get flight tickets from Shanghai to KIX by booking 7 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Shanghai to KIX. There's no need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Osaka in April when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Osaka is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Shanghai to KIX in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC.

More about Osaka

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are top sights which should be on any good Osaka itinerary.

Complete your Osaka trip with a car rental

  • After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Osaka. Explore the deals and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Osaka

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