Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
2 hours 17 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Osaka is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai and operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
There are 575 flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport every week. Jump on the 06:15 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you'd like to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from PVG to KIX departs at 22:10.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you're off to Osaka, Japan, you'll have numerous direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport to pick from. The top airlines for the PVG - KIX route are:
To break up your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the PVG - KIX route include:
Haneda Airport
Incheon International Airport
Fukuoka Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Japan, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PVG to KIX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport is $84. The cheapest price for a return flight is $173. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from PVG to KIX.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from PVG to KIX every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
To reach Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 49 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near PVG? If you're on an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider booking a hotel close to KIX if you're taking a late flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
June is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Osaka in April.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport for August if you want to go to Osaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from PVG to KIX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Osaka
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Osaka right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from PVG to KIX:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are major attractions which should feature on any good Osaka itinerary.
Complete your Osaka trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Kansai International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Osaka holiday.