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 11h 25m.

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

Vietnam Airlines and VietJet 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 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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23:10 - 14:15BOM-PVG

12h 35m1 stop

15:25 - 21:20PVG-BOM

32h 25m1 stop

₹ 30,861Vietnam Airlines

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Wed, 26 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

00:05 - 01:30CCU-PVG

22h 55m1 stop

06:50 - 01:35PVG-CCU

21h 15m1 stop

₹ 31,481Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

21:55 - 18:05DEL-PVG

17h 40m1 stop

19:10 - 20:10PVG-DEL

27h 30m1 stop

₹ 32,900Singapore Airlines

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Tue, 31 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

11:50 - 12:45BOM-PVG

22h 25m1 stop

00:10 - 10:35PVG-BOM

12h 55m1 stop

₹ 33,432Singapore Airlines

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Thu, 15 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

00:40 - 01:15BOM-PVG

22h 05m1 stop

02:20 - 23:40PVG-BOM

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 39,285VietJet Air

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Wed, 14 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

23:35 - 01:00HYD-PVG

22h 55m1 stop

02:15 - 22:35PVG-HYD

22h 50m1 stop

₹ 43,719VietJet Air

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Tue, 2 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec

01:55 - 17:45HYD-PVG

13h 20m1 stop

13:45 - 00:50PVG-HYD

13h 35m1 stop

₹ 44,783Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 21 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

01:55 - 15:20HYD-SHA

10h 55m1 stop

16:35 - 00:50SHA-HYD

10h 45m1 stop

₹ 46,025Cathay Pacific

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Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

00:20 - 01:05MAA-PVG

22h 15m1 stop

02:15 - 23:05PVG-MAA

23h 20m1 stop

₹ 54,361Malaysia Airlines

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Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

00:20 - 01:05MAA-PVG

22h 15m1 stop

16:05 - 10:45PVG-MAA

21h 10m1 stop

₹ 55,336Malaysia Airlines

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Cathay Pacific flights from India to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on India to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

21 Jan

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

13h 20m

1 stop

PVG17:45Shanghai Pu Dong

29 Jan

PVG13:45Shanghai Pu Dong

13h 35m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 44,783

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Cathay Pacific

17 Nov

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Dec

SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 45m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 46,025

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Cathay Pacific

17 Nov

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

2 Dec

SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 45m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 46,114

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China Eastern flights from India to Shanghai

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China Eastern

29 Nov

DEL19:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45m

PVG04:10Shanghai Pu Dong

6 Dec

PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong

7h 25m

DEL17:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 36,181

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China Eastern

3 Dec

DEL19:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45m

PVG04:10Shanghai Pu Dong

10 Dec

PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong

7h 25m

DEL17:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 38,044

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China Eastern

29 Nov

DEL19:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45m

PVG04:10Shanghai Pu Dong

3 Dec

PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong

7h 25m

DEL17:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 38,132

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MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 26/11

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/12

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 30,861

KolkataShanghai

CCU - PVG

CCUPVG

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 18/11

00:05-01:30

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 26/11

06:50-01:35

1 stop21h 15m

₹ 31,481

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 31/3

21:55-18:05

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/4

19:10-20:10

1 stop27h 30m

₹ 32,900

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 15/1

11:50-12:45

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

00:10-10:35

1 stop12h 55m

₹ 33,432

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 14/1

00:40-01:15

1 stop22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

02:20-23:40

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 39,285

HyderabadShanghai

HYD - PVG

HYDPVG

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Tue 2/12

23:35-01:00

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/12

02:15-22:35

1 stop22h 50m

₹ 43,719

HyderabadShanghai

HYD - PVG

HYDPVG

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Wed 21/1

01:55-17:45

1 stop13h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/1

13:45-00:50

1 stop13h 35m

₹ 44,783

HyderabadShanghai

HYD - SHA

HYDSHA

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Mon 17/11

01:55-15:20

1 stop10h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/12

16:35-00:50

1 stop10h 45m

₹ 46,025

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 15/11

00:20-01:05

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/11

02:15-23:05

1 stop23h 20m

₹ 54,361

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Tue 2/12

00:20-01:05

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/12

16:05-10:45

1 stop21h 10m

₹ 55,336

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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 ₹ 36,004. 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 ₹ 39,817.

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 ₹ 34,283. 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 ₹ 60,621.

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 ₹ 34,704. 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 ₹ 52,713. 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 ₹ 54,649 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 ₹ 24,564 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	Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Shanghai	1 airport

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

Direct flights go from India to Shanghai on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

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 ₹ 11,705	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,391 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Thai Lion Air	PriceFrom ₹ 18,317	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Thai Lion Air flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 21,304	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 211 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Thai AirAsia X	PriceFrom ₹ 24,525	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Thai AirAsia X flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom ₹ 28,914	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 152 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,286	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 278 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 42,626	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,053 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 50,178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 361 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights

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