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

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

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

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

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 Chennai and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 10h 50m.

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 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 7 as of November 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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09:00 - 13:25DEL-PVG

25h 55m1 stop

16:50 - 20:10PVG-DEL

29h 50m1 stop

₹ 29,649Singapore Airlines

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Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

21:55 - 22:45DEL-PVG

22h 20m1 stop

19:10 - 05:40PVG-DEL

13h 00m1 stop

₹ 30,534Singapore Airlines

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Thu, 9 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

23:10 - 14:15BOM-PVG

12h 35m1 stop

15:25 - 21:20PVG-BOM

32h 25m1 stop

₹ 31,065Vietnam Airlines

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Mon, 23 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

23:10 - 14:15BOM-PVG

12h 35m1 stop

15:25 - 21:20PVG-BOM

32h 25m1 stop

₹ 31,950Vietnam Airlines

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Mon, 16 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

00:10 - 01:15AMD-PVG

22h 35m1 stop

02:20 - 23:10PVG-AMD

23h 20m1 stop

₹ 39,561VietJet Air

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Sun, 29 Mar - Thu, 2 Apr

00:40 - 01:00BOM-PVG

21h 50m1 stop

02:20 - 23:40PVG-BOM

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 40,092VietJet Air

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Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

00:40 - 01:20BLR-PVG

22h 10m1 stop

15:25 - 23:45PVG-BLR

10h 50m1 stop

₹ 40,446Malaysia Airlines

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Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

00:40 - 01:20BLR-PVG

22h 10m1 stop

02:25 - 23:45PVG-BLR

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 40,889Malaysia Airlines

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01:00 - 15:35DEL-SHA

12h 05m1 stop

13:20 - 21:10SHA-DEL

10h 20m1 stop

₹ 46,553Cathay Pacific

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Mon, 30 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

01:55 - 20:55HYD-SHA

16h 30m1 stop

13:35 - 00:50SHA-HYD

13h 45m1 stop

₹ 46,818Cathay Pacific

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Cathay Pacific flights from India to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

30 Mar

DEL01:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12h 05m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

8 Apr

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 20m

1 stop

DEL21:10New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 46,553

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Cathay Pacific

22 Mar

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27 Mar

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 45m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 46,818

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Cathay Pacific

22 Mar

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27 Mar

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 45m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 47,438

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Vietnam Airlines

8 Apr

BOM23:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

11h 00m

1 stop

PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong

10 Apr

PVG15:50Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 15m

1 stop

BOM21:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 29,118

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19 Jan

BOM23:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 35m

1 stop

PVG14:15Shanghai Pu Dong

30 Jan

PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 25m

1 stop

BOM21:20Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 30,888

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Vietnam Airlines

5 Apr

BOM23:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

PVG14:25Shanghai Pu Dong

11 Apr

PVG15:50Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 15m

1 stop

BOM21:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 31,065

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New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 6/5

09:00-13:25

1 stop25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

16:50-20:10

1 stop29h 50m

₹ 29,649

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

₹ 30,534

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 23/3

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 27/3

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 31,065

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 16/3

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 31,950

AhmedabadShanghai

AMD - PVG

AMDPVG

Ahmedabad

Sun 29/3

00:10-01:15

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/4

02:20-23:10

1 stop23h 20m

₹ 39,561

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 15/3

00:40-01:00

1 stop21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

02:20-23:40

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 40,092

BengaluruShanghai

BLR - PVG

BLRPVG

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 13/4

00:40-01:20

1 stop22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/4

15:25-23:45

1 stop10h 50m

₹ 40,446

BengaluruShanghai

BLR - PVG

BLRPVG

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 13/4

00:40-01:20

1 stop22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/4

02:25-23:45

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 40,889

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - SHA

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 30/3

01:00-15:35

1 stop12h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 8/4

13:20-21:10

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 46,553

HyderabadShanghai

HYD - SHA

HYDSHA

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Sun 22/3

01:55-20:55

1 stop16h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 27/3

13:35-00:50

1 stop13h 45m

₹ 46,818

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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 ₹ 35,932. 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 ₹ 39,738.

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 ₹ 34,215. 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 ₹ 60,500.

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 ₹ 34,635. 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 ₹ 52,608. 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?

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 ₹ 53,788 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 ₹ 24,515 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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 7 as of November 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.

Best airlines flying from India to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 11,682	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,407 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Thai Lion Air	PriceFrom ₹ 18,280	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 32 reviews	Search Thai Lion Air flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 21,262	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 212 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Thai AirAsia X	PriceFrom ₹ 24,477	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Thai AirAsia X flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom ₹ 28,857	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 153 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,210	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 281 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 42,541	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,066 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 50,078	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 362 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights

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