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Cheap flights from Chennai to Shanghai from ₹ 18,571

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chennai to Shanghai departing on 15/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Best price found

₹ 18,571

Fastest flight time

11h 05m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Chennai in the past 72 hours is ₹ 18,571. The best return flight deal from Chennai to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 34,655.
The fastest flight from Chennai to Shanghai takes 11h 05m
There are no direct flights from Chennai to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chennai Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Chennai Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chennai to Shanghai

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Shanghai?

October. The cheapest time of year to fly to Shanghai from Chennai is October. The most expensive is January.

What is the cheapest day to depart Chennai for Shanghai?

Saturday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Saturday. The most expensive is usually Monday.

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

In the morning. Chennai to Shanghai flights are approximately 3% more expensive in the evening than in the morning

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai from Chennai?

SriLankan Airlines. Emirates, Malaysia Airlines, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Shanghai

What is the cheapest Chennai to Shanghai flight route?

Chennai - Shanghai Pu Dong. Fly from Chennai to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Chennai - Shanghai flight prices

When you’re planning your trip from Chennai to Shanghai, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Chennai Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. If you are looking for alternate airports to fly into when travelling from Chennai, you can try Shanghai Pu Dong Airport or Hangzhou Airport which are located in Shanghai and Hangzhou respectively. The least expensive flight option from Chennai to Shanghai will typically be MAA — SHA during the month of March with an average price of ₹ 36,065 RT.

Chennai Airport (MAA) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA)₹ 36,065
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Chennai Airport (MAA) to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG)₹ 36,065
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Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hangzhou Airport (HGH)₹ 44,770
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Easily compare return flights from Chennai to Shanghai

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Chennai to Shanghai by changing tabs
Multiple Airlines
31 May
MAA08:15Chennai
13h 35m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
4 Jun
PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 00m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
₹ 34,655
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Thai Airways
30 May
MAA01:10Chennai
12h 20m
1 stop
PVG16:00Shanghai Pu Dong
5 Jun
PVG17:25Shanghai Pu Dong
9h 06m
1 stop
MAA00:01Chennai
₹ 55,962
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Cathay Pacific
4 Apr
MAA01:40Chennai
13h 40m
1 stop
PVG17:50Shanghai Pu Dong
24 Apr
PVG19:05Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 40m
1 stop
MAA00:15Chennai
₹ 56,460
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Malaysia Airlines
23 Jul
MAA11:45Chennai
11h 05m
1 stop
PVG01:20Shanghai Pu Dong
25 Jul
PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 50m
1 stop
MAA10:45Chennai
₹ 57,289
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Singapore Airlines
11 Apr
MAA10:30Chennai
17h 35m
1 stop
PVG06:35Shanghai Pu Dong
25 Apr
PVG19:10Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 40m
1 stop
MAA09:20Chennai
₹ 58,118
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Multiple Airlines
8 Apr
MAA23:45Chennai
22h 05m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
23 Apr
PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 00m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
₹ 46,096
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Find the cheapest one-way flights from Chennai to Shanghai

If you're looking for one-way flights from Chennai to Shanghai, view some of our deals below provided by Cathay Pacific and Thai Airways
Multiple Airlines
15 Apr
MAA08:15Chennai
13h 35m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
₹ 18,571
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Thai Airways
26 Mar
MAA01:30Chennai
11h 50m
1 stop
PVG15:50Shanghai Pu Dong
₹ 32,002
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Cathay Pacific
11 Apr
MAA01:40Chennai
11h 25m
1 stop
SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
₹ 32,251
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Search last-minute flights to Shanghai from Chennai

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Multiple Airlines
27 Mar
MAA08:05Chennai
13h 45m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
9 Apr
PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 00m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
₹ 42,863
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Singapore Airlines
27 Mar
MAA23:15Chennai
11h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:45Shanghai Pu Dong
7 Apr
PVG16:50Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 00m
1 stop
MAA09:20Chennai
₹ 43,609
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Thai Airways
26 Mar
MAA01:30Chennai
11h 50m
1 stop
PVG15:50Shanghai Pu Dong
10 Apr
PVG17:25Shanghai Pu Dong
9h 06m
1 stop
MAA00:01Chennai
₹ 61,020
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Malaysia Airlines
26 Mar
MAA00:20Chennai
11h 25m
1 stop
PVG14:15Shanghai Pu Dong
9 Apr
PVG02:25Shanghai Pu Dong
10h 50m
1 stop
MAA10:45Chennai
₹ 68,896
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Multiple Airlines
27 Mar
MAA08:05Chennai
13h 45m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
6 Apr
PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 00m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
₹ 46,262
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Singapore Airlines
27 Mar
MAA23:15Chennai
11h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:45Shanghai Pu Dong
10 Apr
PVG19:10Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 40m
1 stop
MAA09:20Chennai
₹ 56,791
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Best airlines flying from Chennai to Shanghai

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 41,488Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,520 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 42,029Free CancellationRating
7.3
143 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 49,706Free CancellationRating
7.4
432 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 58,207Free CancellationRating
7.9
605 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 143,185Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,215 reviews
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Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chennai to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
4 Apr
MAA01:40Chennai
13h 40m
1 stop
PVG17:50Shanghai Pu Dong
24 Apr
PVG19:05Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 40m
1 stop
MAA00:15Chennai
₹ 56,460
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Cathay Pacific
16 Apr
MAA01:40Chennai
31h 55m
1 stop
SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
23 Apr
SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 25m
1 stop
MAA00:15Chennai
₹ 152,881
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Thai Airways flights from Chennai to Shanghai

Our best Thai Airways deals on Chennai to Shanghai flight tickets
Thai Airways
30 May
MAA01:10Chennai
12h 20m
1 stop
PVG16:00Shanghai Pu Dong
5 Jun
PVG17:25Shanghai Pu Dong
9h 06m
1 stop
MAA00:01Chennai
₹ 55,962
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Thai Airways
26 Mar
MAA01:30Chennai
11h 50m
1 stop
PVG15:50Shanghai Pu Dong
10 Apr
PVG17:25Shanghai Pu Dong
9h 06m
1 stop
MAA00:01Chennai
₹ 61,020
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Thai Airways
26 Mar
MAA01:30Chennai
11h 50m
1 stop
PVG15:50Shanghai Pu Dong
7 Apr
PVG17:25Shanghai Pu Dong
9h 06m
1 stop
MAA00:01Chennai
₹ 64,668
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  • How far is Chennai to Shanghai by plane?

    A flight from Chennai to Shanghai will travel around 4659.1 km. Typically, this will take 11h 05m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Shanghai were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Shanghai?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Shanghai?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Alternative routes for Chennai to Shanghai

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