On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Kagoshima — Shanghai route. The 864-kilometer flight operates twice a week on average, providing a convenient connection between Japan and China.
The main carrier on this route is MU. Ticket prices depend on the season and how far in advance you book, so use the price dynamic chart to find the best deals, along with information on how to get to Kagoshima Airport and how to get from Shanghai Airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kagoshima — Shanghai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 605 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,357 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kagoshima → Shanghai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,323 | medium | May | AED 1,512 | high | Sep | AED 1,701 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,606 | high | Jun | AED 1,276 | medium | Oct | AED 1,890 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,134 | low | Jul | AED 1,559 | high | Nov | AED 1,181 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,087 | low | Aug | AED 1,653 | high | Dec | AED 1,370 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with average temperatures reaching up to 32.3°C, while the lowest temperatures are observed in January. The peak of the rainy season occurs in June, which sees the maximum amount of precipitation (256.44 mm) and up to 15 wet days per month.
The most favorable flight prices are available in September, when the cost of travel starts AED 605. The most expensive period to travel is January — the minimum price for flights this month increases AED 1,357.
October and November are optimal choices for a trip: this time offers comfortable dry weather (up to 24 clear days), and prices remain stable. It is recommended to avoid flying in December and January due to significant fare increases.
The main carrier on the Kagoshima — Shanghai route is China Eastern Airlines (MU). Direct air service between the cities is provided twice a week on average, allowing for both business and short-term private trips. A detailed schedule, including information on departure times and days of the week, is available in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Kagoshima — Shanghai depart from Kagoshima Airport and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is approximately 864 km. A direct flight usually takes between 1 hour 30 minutes and 1 hour 50 minutes.
Regular flights between Kagoshima and Shanghai are operated by China Eastern Airlines (MU).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, operating approximately twice a week.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
To find the most favorable fares, it is recommended to start monitoring prices 2 months before your trip and finalize your purchase as soon as the price matches your budget.
Flights from Kagoshima usually arrive at one of Shanghai's international airports. The exact terminal and arrival airport will be specified on your e-ticket during booking.
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