Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Osaka is one hour ahead of Shanghai and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Take your pick of 575 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with Peach Aviation is the earliest flight available. ANA operates the latest service of the day at 19:05.
To ensure you get on your PVG to KIX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Travel nonstop to Osaka with one of these carriers and get to know this exciting part of Japan:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Spring Airlines.
Shanghai Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for PVG to KIX flights, with 85.48% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PVG and KIX:
Fukuoka Airport
Incheon International Airport
Haneda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
ج.م. 2,693 is the best price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 5,550. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from PVG to KIX, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PVG to KIX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
78.11% of flights taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PVG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kansai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Osaka and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices usually increase closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
From Kansai International Airport, Osaka is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Osaka. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kansai International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PVG to KIX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Osaka, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey around 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to tick off its top attractions. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.
