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Distance from Osaka to Shanghai

1,363 km (847 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

1,363 km

Kilometers

847 miles

Miles

~2h 6m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Osaka

Japan
Area: 225 km²
Population: 2.75M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 3m

Shanghai

China
Area: 6,341 km²
Population: 24.87M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 4m

The distance between Osaka and Shanghai is roughly equivalent to 3 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Osaka is known for Osaka Castle and Dotonbori district, while Shanghai is famous for The Bund waterfront and Pudong skyline.

In terms of city area, Shanghai is 28.2x larger than Osaka. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Osaka from Shanghai?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Osaka to Shanghai is 1,363 km (847 miles).

How long is the flight from Osaka to Shanghai?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 6m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Osaka bigger than Shanghai?

Shanghai is larger at 6,341 km², compared to 225 km².

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