Shanghai to Tokyo flights
Direct and connecting flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Shanghai to Tokyo take?
Flight time from Shanghai (SHA) to Tokyo (HND) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Tokyo?
Airline availability for SHA to HND changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Tokyo?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SHA to HND varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Japan Airlines Domestic5-yr attributed events: 14Last 90 days: none recorded
- All Nippon Airways5-yr attributed events: 9Last 90 days: none recorded
- China Eastern Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Japan Airlines Domestic | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| All Nippon Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| China Eastern Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SHA → HND
SHA to HND is a medium-haul route of 1,777 km (1,104 mi). See the return HND → SHA route.
Alternative airports near Shanghai: Shanghai (PVG) — 45 km, Suzhou (SZV) — 89 km, Wuxi (WUX) — 92 km.
Alternative airports near Tokyo: Atsugi (NJA) — 32 km, Yokota (OKO) — 45 km, Tokyo (NRT) — 59 km.