How Many Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Miles to Fly to Shanghai?
Also see: Shanghai → Japan
Shanghai is one of JAL's busiest China routes, served at both Pudong (PVG) and Hongqiao (SHA) airports. First class is available for just 36,000 miles in low season — one of JAL's cheapest first class redemptions — making Shanghai an outstanding value for a premium cabin splurge.
Japan Airlines Award Chart — Shanghai
JAL serves both Shanghai Pudong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA). Pudong economy is 10,000 miles; Hongqiao economy is 11,000 miles. Both offer first class.
| Cabin | Miles (each way) |
|---|---|
| Economy | 10,000 |
| Premium Economy | 15,000 |
| Business Class | 24,000 |
| First Class | 36,000 (low season) / 43,000 (regular) / 50,000 (high season) |
First class uses JAL's three-tier peak pricing. Low season covers shoulder months; high season includes summer (July–August), Golden Week, and year-end holidays.
Tips for Redeeming JAL Miles to Shanghai
- 1Shanghai Pudong (PVG) economy is 10,000 miles; Hongqiao (SHA) is 11,000 miles.
- 2First class to Shanghai: 36,000 (low) / 43,000 (regular) / 50,000 (high) miles — extremely competitive.
- 3Shanghai first class is a fantastic aspirational redemption for its price.
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