Direct (nonstop) flights from Shanghai to Sapporo

3 airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Sapporo (CTS). It's 1,356 miles (2,182 km), about 3h 20m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
CTS
Sapporo
🇯🇵 Sapporo, Japan
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,356 mi
2,182 km
CO₂/pax
229 kg
−71 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Spring Airlines +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
PVG → CTS
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,356 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
PVG → CTS
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,356 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
PVG → CTS
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,356 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shanghai to Sapporo with one stop · direct emits 229 kg CO₂ per passenger

PVG KIX (Osaka) CTS
Leg 1: 2h 10m (813 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (672 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 300 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → KIX
2h 10m · 813 mi
View PVG to KIX flights →
Leg 2
KIX → CTS
1h 55m · 672 mi
View KIX to CTS flights →
PVG NGO (Nagoya) CTS
Leg 1: 2h 25m (907 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (606 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → NGO
2h 25m · 907 mi
View PVG to NGO flights →
Leg 2
NGO → CTS
1h 40m · 606 mi
View NGO to CTS flights →
PVG HIJ (Hiroshima) CTS
Leg 1: 2h 15m (685 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (745 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → HIJ
2h 15m · 685 mi
View PVG to HIJ flights →
Leg 2
HIJ → CTS
1h 55m · 745 mi
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PVG PUS (Busan) CTS
Leg 1: 1h 45m (498 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (861 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 276 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → PUS
1h 45m · 498 mi
View PVG to PUS flights →
Leg 2
PUS → CTS
2h 30m · 861 mi
View PUS to CTS flights →
PVG FUK (Fukuoka) CTS
Leg 1: 1h 55m (532 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (880 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → FUK
1h 55m · 532 mi
View PVG to FUK flights →
Leg 2
FUK → CTS
2h 20m · 880 mi
View FUK to CTS flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shanghai to Sapporo?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Sapporo (CTS) takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,356 miles (2,182 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai to Sapporo?

3 airlines: Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Sapporo?

Yes. 3 airlines: Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Shanghai from Sapporo?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Sapporo is 1,356 miles (2,182 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Shanghai and Sapporo?

Sapporo is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai. (Asia/Shanghai vs Asia/Tokyo.)

What type of aircraft flies from Shanghai to Sapporo?

At 3h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from China to Japan?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Japan embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Shanghai to Sapporo?

Roughly 229 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,145 km.

Is the return flight from Sapporo to Shanghai also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Sapporo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.