Flying from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when organising your flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX).
2 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Shanghai to Kansai International Airport flight.
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Shanghai. Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the most popular route. There are 183 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with ANA at 7:05pm. Opt for the first PVG to KIX departure operated by Peach Aviation at 6:05am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to KIX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can find a direct flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
These are some of the top carriers offering direct flights from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport leaving from PVG:
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Spring Airlines from PVG to KIX.
Shanghai Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it takes about 50 minutes to drive the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
78.11% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport land at their destination on time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport, check out these options when heading out from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in about 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to KIX flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 85.58% of flights departing here land when expected.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Touching down on a late flight from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport? Collect your bags and go straight to the comfort of a hotel near KIX. First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport will have you in bed before you know it.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport is £51. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £113. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to KIX.
The best month for finding cheap Shanghai to Kansai International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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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 (KIX). Visit Osaka in April for a quieter experience.
When booking your Shanghai to KIX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Kansai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
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