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

7 flights are operational weekly from India to Shanghai as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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.

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

As of January 2026, 1 flights take off from India and land in Shanghai each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 19:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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

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

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 41% 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.

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 January 2026.

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 - 14:15

BOM

PVG

12h 35m1 stop

15:25 - 21:20

PVG

BOM

32h 25m1 stop

₹ 29,210Vietnam Airlines

Sun, 8 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

23:10 - 12:40

BOM

PVG

11h 00m1 stop

15:50 - 21:35

PVG

BOM

32h 15m1 stop

₹ 29,661Vietnam Airlines

Fri, 1 May - Fri, 15 May

00:40 - 01:00

BOM

PVG

21h 50m1 stop

02:15 - 23:40

PVG

BOM

23h 55m1 stop

₹ 31,283VietJet Air

Thu, 2 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

09:00 - 18:05

DEL

PVG

30h 35m1 stop

19:10 - 05:40

PVG

DEL

13h 00m1 stop

₹ 32,726Singapore Airlines

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

19:55 - 04:10

DEL

PVG

5h 45mdirect

12:50 - 17:45

PVG

DEL

7h 25mdirect

₹ 33,447China Eastern

Mon, 26 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

11:50 - 06:30

BOM

PVG

16h 10m1 stop

16:25 - 10:35

PVG

BOM

20h 40m1 stop

₹ 33,898Singapore Airlines

Mon, 9 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

23:35 - 01:00

BLR

PVG

22h 55m1 stop

02:15 - 22:35

PVG

BLR

22h 50m1 stop

₹ 34,980VietJet Air

Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

19:55 - 04:10

DEL

PVG

5h 45mdirect

12:50 - 17:45

PVG

DEL

7h 25mdirect

₹ 35,791China Eastern

Mon, 16 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb

01:55 - 15:20

HYD

SHA

10h 55m1 stop

13:35 - 00:50

SHA

HYD

13h 45m1 stop

₹ 45,798Cathay Pacific

Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

22:40 - 15:35

DEL

SHA

14h 25m1 stop

13:20 - 23:50

SHA

DEL

13h 00m1 stop

₹ 47,060Cathay Pacific

Mon, 1 Jun - Sat, 20 Jun

EVA Air flights from India to Shanghai

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EVA Air

8 May

BOM07:45Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

30h 15m

2 stops

SHA16:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 May

SHA19:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 45m

2 stops

BOM17:55Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 70,140

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11 Jan

BOM07:30Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

30h 30m

2 stops

SHA16:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14 Jan

SHA19:40Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 40m

2 stops

BOM17:50Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 99,440

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Cathay Pacific

2 Mar

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 Mar

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 45m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 45,798

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Cathay Pacific

1 Jun

DEL22:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

14h 25m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20 Jun

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 00m

1 stop

DEL23:50New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 47,060

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Cathay Pacific

26 Jun

HYD01:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Jul

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 55m

1 stop

HYD00:45Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 47,691

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BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 8/3

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/3

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 29,210

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 1/5

23:10-12:40

1 stop11h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 15/5

15:50-21:35

1 stop32h 15m

₹ 29,661

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 2/7

00:40-01:00

1 stop21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 13/7

02:15-23:40

1 stop23h 55m

₹ 31,283

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 20/4

09:00-18:05

1 stop30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 27/4

19:10-05:40

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 32,726

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 26/1

19:55-04:10

Nonstop5h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

12:50-17:45

Nonstop7h 25m

₹ 33,447

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 9/3

11:50-06:30

1 stop16h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/3

16:25-10:35

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 33,898

BengaluruShanghai

BLR - PVG

BLRPVG

Bengaluru Intl

Sun 1/3

23:35-01:00

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/3

02:15-22:35

1 stop22h 50m

₹ 34,980

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 16/2

19:55-04:10

Nonstop5h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 21/2

12:50-17:45

Nonstop7h 25m

₹ 35,791

HyderabadShanghai

HYD - SHA

HYDSHA

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Mon 2/3

01:55-15:20

1 stop10h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/3

13:35-00:50

1 stop13h 45m

₹ 45,798

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - SHA

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 1/6

22:40-15:35

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 20/6

13:20-23:50

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 47,060

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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 ₹ 36,603. 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 ₹ 40,479.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as ₹ 42,692. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Wednesday 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 ₹ 50,873.

What is the cheapest India to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best India - Shanghai flight prices

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 ₹ 50,674 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 ₹ 24,973 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	2 airports

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

Direct flights go from India to Shanghai every day.

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From India there are direct flights to 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 January 2026.
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.

Best airlines flying from India to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 11,899	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,427 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Thai Lion Air	PriceFrom ₹ 18,009	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 36 reviews	Search Thai Lion Air flights
Thai AirAsia X	PriceFrom ₹ 24,933	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Thai AirAsia X flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 27,909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 217 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom ₹ 28,748	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 156 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom ₹ 32,892	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 187 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,922	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 289 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 43,334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,124 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 50,328	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 376 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights

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