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

Thai Lion Air and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Shanghai

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?

The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Shanghai is 2 as of December 2025.

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.

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08:05 - 00:20

MAA

PVG

13h 45m1 stop

06:50 - 22:55

PVG

MAA

18h 35m1 stop

₹ 40,767Multiple Airlines

Sun, 11 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan

23:55 - 08:50

MAA

SHA

30h 25m3 stops

18:55 - 22:50

SHA

MAA

30h 25m3 stops

₹ 40,948Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

08:15 - 00:20

MAA

PVG

13h 35m1 stop

01:35 - 23:05

PVG

MAA

24h 00m1 stop

₹ 42,391Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr

15:00 - 09:00

MAA

SHA

15h 30m2 stops

21:45 - 22:50

SHA

MAA

27h 35m2 stops

₹ 45,547Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

11:45 - 01:20

MAA

PVG

11h 05m1 stop

15:25 - 10:45

PVG

MAA

21h 50m1 stop

₹ 51,861Malaysia Airlines

Sun, 29 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

23:55 - 01:20

MAA

PVG

22h 55m1 stop

15:25 - 10:45

PVG

MAA

21h 50m1 stop

₹ 52,312Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 31 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr

02:00 - 17:50

MAA

PVG

13h 20m1 stop

14:30 - 00:15

PVG

MAA

12h 15m1 stop

₹ 56,280Cathay Pacific

Sat, 28 Mar - Fri, 10 Apr

01:30 - 15:35

MAA

SHA

11h 35m1 stop

13:20 - 00:15

SHA

MAA

13h 25m1 stop

₹ 56,280Cathay Pacific

Thu, 2 Apr - Tue, 7 Apr

02:00 - 20:55

MAA

SHA

16h 25m1 stop

13:35 - 00:35

SHA

MAA

13h 30m1 stop

₹ 58,986Cathay Pacific

Sat, 24 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

01:30 - 12:05

MAA

SHA

32h 05m1 stop

13:20 - 00:15

SHA

MAA

13h 25m1 stop

₹ 61,151Cathay Pacific

Tue, 31 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr

Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

28 Mar

MAA02:00Chennai

11h 55m

1 stop

PVG16:25Shanghai Pu Dong

11 Apr

PVG13:25Shanghai Pu Dong

13h 20m

1 stop

MAA00:15Chennai

₹ 56,280

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Cathay Pacific

24 Jan

MAA02:00Chennai

16h 25m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Feb

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

MAA00:35Chennai

₹ 58,986

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Cathay Pacific

14 Dec

MAA02:00Chennai

16h 25m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22 Dec

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

MAA00:35Chennai

₹ 66,382

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Malaysia Airlines flights from Chennai to Shanghai

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Malaysia Airlines

29 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

11h 05m

1 stop

PVG01:20Shanghai Pu Dong

8 Apr

PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

₹ 51,861

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Malaysia Airlines

31 Mar

MAA23:55Chennai

22h 55m

1 stop

PVG01:20Shanghai Pu Dong

9 Apr

PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

₹ 52,312

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Malaysia Airlines

2 Apr

MAA11:45Chennai

11h 05m

1 stop

PVG01:20Shanghai Pu Dong

10 Apr

PVG02:25Shanghai Pu Dong

10h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

₹ 60,249

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ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sun 11/1

08:05-00:20

1 stop13h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/1

06:50-22:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 40,767

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Sun 25/1

23:55-08:50

3 stops30h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/2

18:55-22:50

3 stops30h 25m

₹ 40,948

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Wed 1/4

08:15-00:20

1 stop13h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/4

01:35-23:05

1 stop24h 00m

₹ 42,391

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Sun 25/1

15:00-09:00

2 stops15h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/2

21:45-22:50

2 stops27h 35m

₹ 45,547

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sun 29/3

11:45-01:20

1 stop11h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/4

15:25-10:45

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 51,861

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Tue 31/3

23:55-01:20

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

15:25-10:45

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 52,312

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 28/3

02:00-17:50

1 stop13h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/4

14:30-00:15

1 stop12h 15m

₹ 56,280

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Thu 2/4

01:30-15:35

1 stop11h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/4

13:20-00:15

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 56,280

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Sat 24/1

02:00-20:55

1 stop16h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/2

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

₹ 58,986

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Tue 31/3

01:30-12:05

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/4

13:20-00:15

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 61,151

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 26,877. If you are unable to visit Shanghai during the month of May, then departing from Chennai during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around ₹ 39,595.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as ₹ 42,388. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Chennai because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around ₹ 64,272.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chennai to Shanghai when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 54,343. Flying to Shanghai in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Shanghai are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of ₹ 64,272. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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Fastest flight time	11h 05m
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The fastest flight from Chennai to Shanghai takes 11h 05m

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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?
The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Shanghai is 2 as of December 2025.
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.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 37,356	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,412 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 48,064	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews		Search Cathay Pacific flights

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