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

3 flights are operational weekly from India to Shanghai as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and VietJet Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from India according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

On average, it takes 5h 45m to fly from India to Shanghai if you fly out of New Delhi (the most popular airport in India) and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Shanghai). If you’re flying out of Bengaluru and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 10h 55m.

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

Vietnam Airlines, Thai Lion Air, and Air India are the most popular carriers operating from India to Shanghai

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

Prices for flights from India to Shanghai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from India to Shanghai?

The number of operators available for flights from India to Shanghai is 8 as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from India to Shanghai.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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23:10 - 14:25

BOM

PVG

12h 45m1 stop

15:10 - 21:35

PVG

BOM

32h 55m1 stop

₹ 29,496Vietnam Airlines

Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 12 May

23:10 - 14:15

BOM

PVG

12h 35m1 stop

15:25 - 21:20

PVG

BOM

32h 25m1 stop

₹ 29,766Vietnam Airlines

Mon, 9 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

21:55 - 22:45

DEL

PVG

22h 20m1 stop

19:10 - 05:40

PVG

DEL

13h 00m1 stop

₹ 30,575Singapore Airlines

Thu, 9 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

00:05 - 01:00

DEL

PVG

22h 25m1 stop

02:15 - 22:50

PVG

DEL

23h 05m1 stop

₹ 31,295VietJet Air

Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

21:55 - 18:05

DEL

PVG

17h 40m1 stop

19:10 - 20:10

PVG

DEL

27h 30m1 stop

₹ 32,014Singapore Airlines

Fri, 1 May - Sat, 30 May

00:05 - 01:15

DEL

PVG

22h 40m1 stop

02:20 - 22:50

PVG

DEL

23h 00m1 stop

₹ 36,600VietJet Air

Sat, 31 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

11:55 - 01:20

BLR

PVG

10h 55m1 stop

15:25 - 23:45

PVG

BLR

10h 50m1 stop

₹ 46,672Malaysia Airlines

Sun, 5 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr

11:55 - 01:20

BLR

PVG

10h 55m1 stop

15:25 - 23:45

PVG

BLR

10h 50m1 stop

₹ 46,762Malaysia Airlines

Sun, 5 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr

01:40 - 20:55

BOM

SHA

16h 45m1 stop

22:30 - 21:55

SHA

BOM

25h 55m1 stop

₹ 51,079Cathay Pacific

Wed, 18 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

01:40 - 20:55

BOM

SHA

16h 45m1 stop

22:30 - 21:55

SHA

BOM

25h 55m1 stop

₹ 51,169Cathay Pacific

Wed, 18 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

Cathay Pacific flights from India to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on India to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

18 Mar

BOM01:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

16h 45m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 55m

1 stop

BOM21:55Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 51,079

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Cathay Pacific

18 Mar

BOM01:40Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

16h 45m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

23 Mar

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 55m

1 stop

BOM21:55Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 51,169

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Cathay Pacific

13 Apr

BLR01:20Bengaluru Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20 Apr

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 20m

1 stop

BLR00:10Bengaluru Intl

₹ 51,888

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Thai Lion Air

27 Mar

CCU02:35Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

20h 25m

1 stop

PVG01:30Shanghai Pu Dong

31 Mar

PVG02:40Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 25m

1 stop

CCU01:35Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

₹ 38,039

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Thai Lion Air

3 Apr

BLR00:30Bengaluru Intl

22h 30m

1 stop

PVG01:30Shanghai Pu Dong

7 Apr

PVG02:40Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 20m

1 stop

BLR23:30Bengaluru Intl

₹ 42,805

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3 Apr

BLR00:30Bengaluru Intl

22h 30m

1 stop

PVG01:30Shanghai Pu Dong

7 Apr

PVG02:40Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 20m

1 stop

BLR23:30Bengaluru Intl

₹ 42,985

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MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 14/4

23:10-14:25

1 stop12h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/5

15:10-21:35

1 stop32h 55m

₹ 29,496

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 9/3

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/3

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 29,766

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 9/4

21:55-22:45

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/4

19:10-05:40

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 30,575

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 9/3

00:05-01:00

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

02:15-22:50

1 stop23h 05m

₹ 31,295

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 1/5

21:55-18:05

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 30/5

19:10-20:10

1 stop27h 30m

₹ 32,014

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 31/1

00:05-01:15

1 stop22h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

02:20-22:50

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 36,600

BengaluruShanghai

BLR - PVG

BLRPVG

Bengaluru Intl

Sun 5/4

11:55-01:20

1 stop10h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

15:25-23:45

1 stop10h 50m

₹ 46,672

BengaluruShanghai

BLR - PVG

BLRPVG

Bengaluru Intl

Sun 5/4

11:55-01:20

1 stop10h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

15:25-23:45

1 stop10h 50m

₹ 46,762

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - SHA

BOMSHA

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 18/3

01:40-20:55

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

22:30-21:55

1 stop25h 55m

₹ 51,079

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - SHA

BOMSHA

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 18/3

01:40-20:55

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 23/3

22:30-21:55

1 stop25h 55m

₹ 51,169

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from India to Shanghai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 36,510. If you are unable to visit Shanghai during the month of August, then departing from India during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around ₹ 40,377.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as ₹ 41,308. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from India because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around ₹ 61,473.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from India to Shanghai when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 43,359. Flying to Shanghai in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Shanghai are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of ₹ 53,454. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest India to Shanghai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from India when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around ₹ 53,019 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from India for as low as ₹ 24,910 on momondo.

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

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

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Fastest flight time	5h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	1 airport

The fastest flight from India to Shanghai takes 5h 45m

Direct flights go from India to Shanghai every day.

There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from India to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from India to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from India to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from India to Shanghai is 8 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from India to Shanghai?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from India to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 11,869	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,411 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Thai Lion Air	PriceFrom ₹ 17,964	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 33 reviews	Search Thai Lion Air flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 21,604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 215 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Thai AirAsia X	PriceFrom ₹ 24,870	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Thai AirAsia X flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom ₹ 28,676	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 153 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom ₹ 33,407	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 178 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,824	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 281 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 43,225	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,084 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 50,202	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 364 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights

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