How many flights depart from China to India on average per week?

As of September 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from China to India. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from China to India?

The average flight duration from China to India depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Guangzhou to New Delhi is 5h 45m on average, while flying from Shanghai to New Delhi is 7h on average. New Delhi is the most popular airport in India.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to India?

AirAsia X, Air India, and Vietnam Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from China to India

How many flights depart from China to India on average per day?

As of September 2026, 1 flights take off from China and land in India each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 05:00, with 61% of daily flights taking off in the morning.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to India?

Prices for flights from China to India were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to India?

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 China to India.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to India 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 India. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

₹ 14,830 Cheap Flights from China to India in 2026

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22:00 - 13:15PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

17h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

07:30 - 20:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

10h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 34,222Air India

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 17 Jan

22:00 - 18:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

22h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Indore

01:15 - 20:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 34,412Air India

Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 16 Jan

22:00 - 18:05PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

22h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Indore

06:30 - 20:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 34,602Air India

Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 29 Jan

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

23:30 - 14:15DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

12h 15m1 stop Hanoi Noibai

₹ 37,264Multiple Airlines

Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan

08:50 - 19:00SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

21:40 - 10:10DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

₹ 37,740China Southern

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

18:50 - 19:00SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

26h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

21:40 - 13:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

₹ 38,310China Southern

Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

18:20 - 19:00PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

27h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

21:40 - 00:25DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

₹ 38,310China Southern

Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

12:05 - 20:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

5h 45mdirect

₹ 38,500Air India

Fri, 25 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan

08:50 - 19:00SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

21:40 - 10:10DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

₹ 38,595China Southern

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

23:30 - 14:15DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

12h 15m1 stop Hanoi Noibai

₹ 38,595Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan

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05:00 - 13:15CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

10h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23:10 - 14:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

12h 30m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City

₹ 38,785Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

05:00 - 13:15CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

10h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23:10 - 14:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

12h 30m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City

₹ 38,975Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

22:00 - 23:55PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

28h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23:10 - 12:40BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City

₹ 40,401Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

22:00 - 07:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

11h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23:10 - 12:40BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

11h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City

₹ 40,686Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

11:20 - 20:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

6h 30mdirect

₹ 41,162Air India

Fri, 11 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

05:15 - 14:35CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

11h 50m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

23:10 - 14:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

12h 30m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City

₹ 41,637Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

22:00 - 08:50PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

13h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

01:00 - 20:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 43,443Air India

Sat, 12 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

06:55 - 20:20PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

15h 55m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl

11:20 - 20:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

6h 30mdirect

₹ 43,538Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

05:15 - 13:35CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

10h 50m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

23:10 - 14:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

12h 30m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City

₹ 44,014Multiple Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

22:00 - 23:55PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

28h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

01:00 - 20:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

16h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 44,109Air India

Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

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22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

12:05 - 20:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

5h 45mdirect

₹ 38,500Air India

Fri, 25 Dec - Thu, 21 Jan

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

12:05 - 20:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

5h 45mdirect

₹ 40,972Air India

Fri, 25 Dec - Sun, 17 Jan

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

12:05 - 20:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

5h 45mdirect

₹ 41,257Air India

Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

05:00 - 08:15CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45mdirect

20:00 - 04:00DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

5h 30mdirect

₹ 43,253IndiGo

Fri, 9 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

05:00 - 08:15CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45mdirect

21:20 - 04:50DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

5h 00mdirect

₹ 44,394IndiGo

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

05:00 - 08:15CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45mdirect

20:00 - 04:00DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

5h 30mdirect

₹ 44,489IndiGo

Mon, 12 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

05:00 - 08:15CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45mdirect

21:20 - 04:50DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

5h 00mdirect

₹ 44,584IndiGo

Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

19:55 - 04:10DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

5h 45mdirect

₹ 45,440Multiple Airlines

Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

19:55 - 04:10DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

5h 45mdirect

₹ 46,770Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan

22:00 - 02:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7h 00mdirect

12:05 - 20:20DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

5h 45mdirect

₹ 46,865Air India

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

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Air China

23 Oct

CAN07:05Guangzhou Baiyun

15h 45m

1 stop

DEL20:20New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

30 Oct

DEL22:50New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23h 25m

1 stop

CAN00:45Guangzhou Baiyun

₹ 38,880

Air China

10 Nov

PEK15:10Beijing Capital

7h 40m

DEL20:20New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

17 Nov

DEL22:50New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

6h 20m

PEK07:40Beijing Capital

₹ 47,721

Air China

25 Dec

PEK15:10Beijing Capital

7h 40m

DEL20:20New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

22 Jan

DEL22:50New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

6h 20m

PEK07:40Beijing Capital

₹ 49,717

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Cathay Pacific

6 Oct

PEK18:40Beijing Capital

29h 00m

1 stop

DEL21:10New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12 Oct

DEL01:10New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

PEK15:25Beijing Capital

₹ 44,679

Cathay Pacific

24 Oct

PEK19:40Beijing Capital

31h 00m

1 stop

DEL00:10New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

30 Oct

DEL01:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

16h 20m

1 stop

PEK20:30Beijing Capital

₹ 45,535

Cathay Pacific

22 Oct

PEK19:40Beijing Capital

28h 00m

1 stop

DEL21:10New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

28 Oct

DEL01:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

11h 20m

1 stop

PEK15:30Beijing Capital

₹ 45,630

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ShanghaiMumbai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

PVGBOM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

22:00-13:15

1 stop17h 45m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 17/1

07:30-20:20

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 34,222

ShanghaiMumbai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

PVGBOM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

22:00-18:05

2 stops22h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 16/1

01:15-20:20

1 stop16h 35m

₹ 34,412

ShanghaiMumbai

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

PVGBOM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 22/11

22:00-18:05

2 stops22h 35m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 29/1

06:30-20:20

1 stop11h 20m

₹ 34,602

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/1

22:00-02:30

Nonstop7h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 25/1

23:30-14:15

1 stop12h 15m

₹ 37,264

ShanghaiNew Delhi

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

SHADEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/10

08:50-19:00

1 stop12h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 28/10

21:40-10:10

1 stop10h 00m

₹ 37,740

ShanghaiNew Delhi

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

SHADEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 23/10

18:50-19:00

1 stop26h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 30/10

21:40-13:20

1 stop13h 10m

₹ 38,310

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 23/10

18:20-19:00

1 stop27h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 30/10

21:40-00:25

1 stop24h 15m

₹ 38,310

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ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 25/12

22:00-02:30

Nonstop7h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 21/1

12:05-20:20

Nonstop5h 45m

₹ 38,500

ShanghaiNew Delhi

SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

SHADEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 21/10

08:50-19:00

1 stop12h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 28/10

21:40-10:10

1 stop10h 00m

₹ 38,595

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG Shanghai Pu Dong - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 26/12

22:00-02:30

Nonstop7h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 20/1

23:30-14:15

1 stop12h 15m

₹ 38,595

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to India from China, with most prices found around ₹ 0. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to India from China during May instead. Flights to India in May, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around ₹ 32,511.

What is the cheapest China to India flight route?

Fly from Guangzhou Baiyun to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra for the best China - India flight prices

What cabin class options are available on China to India flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on China to India flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on China to India flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between China to India.

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Best price found	₹ 14,830
Fastest flight time	2h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in India	189 airports

The best one-way flight to India from China in the past 72 hours is ₹ 14,830. The best return flight deal from China to India found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 34,222.

The fastest flight from China to India takes 2h 45m

Direct flights go from China to India every day.

There are 189 airports in India. From China there are direct flights to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from China to India

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to India?
Prices for flights from China to India were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to India?
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 China to India.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to India 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 India. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from China to India?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from China to India is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (14.75% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330-200 (14.75%), Airbus A330-300 (13.11%), and Airbus A320neo (8.20%).

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