The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China is 1,346 kilometers (837 miles / 727 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Japan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:24 in Osaka, it's 02:24 in Shanghai.

The return flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.