Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Shanghai is one hour behind Osaka and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from KIX to PVG start from 09:00 — the earliest with ANA. The last service of the day is at 22:10 with Peach Aviation. Overall, there are 574 weekly Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your KIX to PVG flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
There are direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, so getting to Shanghai (and then touring more of China!) is easy. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
Spring Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
JAL is the most punctual carrier that operates KIX to PVG flights, with 76.87% of its services landing on time.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KIX and PVG:
Fukuoka Airport
Incheon International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is 46 €. A round-trip fare right now is 96 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from KIX to PVG by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
When it comes to Kansai International Airport's on-time performance, 67.95% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Kansai International Airport from central Osaka, it takes about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near KIX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Increase your chances of securing the best deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Shanghai in April.
When booking your flight from Kansai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KIX to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.