Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and AirAsia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Chennai according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines 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 3 as of September 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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21:35 - 23:55MAA-PVG

23h 50m2 stops

02:15 - 23:05PVG-MAA

23h 20m2 stops

₹ 35,580

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Sat, 27 Sep - Wed, 8 Oct

08:05 - 04:45MAA-PVG

18h 10m1 stop

06:50 - 22:55PVG-MAA

18h 35m1 stop

₹ 35,845

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Tue, 4 Nov - Thu, 6 Nov

03:50 - 18:00MAA-PVG

11h 40m1 stop

06:55 - 22:40PVG-MAA

18h 15m1 stop

₹ 36,198

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Thu, 2 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct

03:50 - 18:00MAA-PVG

11h 40m1 stop

02:15 - 07:45PVG-MAA

32h 00m2 stops

₹ 36,552

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Thu, 2 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct

06:50 - 04:45MAA-PVG

19h 25m2 stops

18:20 - 01:35PVG-MAA

9h 45m1 stop

₹ 36,640

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Fri, 26 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct

02:00 - 05:45MAA-PVG

25h 15m1 stop

18:20 - 01:35PVG-MAA

9h 45m1 stop

₹ 36,816

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Thu, 25 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct

06:50 - 04:45MAA-PVG

19h 25m2 stops

19:55 - 10:30PVG-MAA

17h 05m1 stop

₹ 37,258

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Fri, 26 Sep - Wed, 8 Oct

05:40 - 22:00MAA-PVG

13h 50m1 stop

06:55 - 22:40PVG-MAA

18h 15m1 stop

₹ 37,611

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Fri, 3 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct

01:50 - 20:55MAA-SHA

16h 35m1 stop

13:35 - 00:35SHA-MAA

13h 30m1 stop

₹ 50,501Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 26 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

01:30 - 15:35MAA-SHA

11h 35m1 stop

13:20 - 00:15SHA-MAA

13h 25m1 stop

₹ 50,766Cathay Pacific

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Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

26 Oct

MAA01:50Chennai

16h 35m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Nov

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

MAA00:35Chennai

₹ 50,501

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Cathay Pacific

25 Sept

MAA01:30Chennai

11h 35m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 Oct

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 25m

1 stop

MAA00:15Chennai

₹ 50,766

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Cathay Pacific

2 Oct

MAA01:30Chennai

11h 35m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Oct

SHA16:50Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

MAA00:15Chennai

₹ 51,119

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Ethiopian Air flights from Chennai to Shanghai

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Ethiopian Air

21 Sept

MAA02:45Chennai

34h 30m

1 stop

PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong

25 Sept

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 05m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 305,480

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Ethiopian Air

22 Sept

MAA21:35Chennai

39h 40m

2 stops

PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong

25 Sept

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 05m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 329,936

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ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 27/9

21:35-23:55

2 stops23h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/10

02:15-23:05

2 stops23h 20m

₹ 35,580

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Tue 4/11

08:05-04:45

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/11

06:50-22:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 35,845

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Thu 2/10

03:50-18:00

1 stop11h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

06:55-22:40

1 stop18h 15m

₹ 36,198

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Thu 2/10

03:50-18:00

1 stop11h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

02:15-07:45

2 stops32h 00m

₹ 36,552

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Fri 26/9

06:50-04:45

2 stops19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

18:20-01:35

1 stop9h 45m

₹ 36,640

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Thu 25/9

02:00-05:45

1 stop25h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

18:20-01:35

1 stop9h 45m

₹ 36,816

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Fri 26/9

06:50-04:45

2 stops19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/10

19:55-10:30

1 stop17h 05m

₹ 37,258

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Fri 3/10

05:40-22:00

1 stop13h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

06:55-22:40

1 stop18h 15m

₹ 37,611

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Sun 26/10

01:50-20:55

1 stop16h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/11

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

₹ 50,501

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Thu 25/9

01:30-15:35

1 stop11h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 8/10

13:20-00:15

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 50,766

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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 ₹ 41,493. 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 ₹ 62,916.

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 ₹ 53,196. 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 ₹ 62,916. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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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 9h 10m 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 3 as of September 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
AirAsia	PriceFrom ₹ 14,871	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 215 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,253	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,365 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 47,049	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 993 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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