Saturday, January 25, 2025 This Spring Festival, airfares to Japan’s top destinations—Tokyo, Osaka, and Sapporo—are reaching new heights, even surpassing the cost of flights to popular European cities like Rome and Madrid. Despite the soaring prices, Chinese tourists are flocking to Japan, drawn by its reputation for safety, reliability, and exceptional hospitality. While flights to Europe remain competitively priced, Japan’s unique appeal and favorable visa policies have solidified its position as a top choice for travelers during the festive season.
Spring Festival Airfare Surge: Why Japan Remains a Top Pick for Chinese Tourists This Spring Festival, the cost of airfares from Beijing and Shanghai to Japan’s top destinations—Tokyo, Osaka, and Sapporo—has soared, surpassing flights to some European cities. With prices for round-trip economy tickets reaching as high as RMB 9,595 (USD 1,316) on Air China, Japan remains an irresistible draw for Chinese tourists, despite the price spike. Airfare Comparisons: Japan vs.
Europe According to Trip.com, Air China’s flights from Beijing to Tokyo and Osaka during January 28 to February 4 are nearly on par with flights to Europe. For instance, a round trip to Rome costs RMB 9,639 (USD 1,322), while Madrid flights are priced at RMB 8,406 (USD 1,153).
The stark pricing highlights the consistent demand for travel to Japan, even at a premium. Unwavering Travel Demand for Japan Japan’s appeal to Chinese tourists isn’t limit.