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.

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 05m.

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

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.

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

₹ 29,009Vietnam Airlines

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Tue, 10 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

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₹ 29,098Vietnam Airlines

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₹ 29,275Vietnam Airlines

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21:55 - 18:05DEL-PVG

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₹ 42,050Malaysia Airlines

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16:35 - 00:50SHA-HYD

10h 45m1 stop

₹ 44,978Cathay Pacific

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13h 00m1 stop

₹ 46,663Cathay Pacific

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Cathay Pacific flights from India to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

8 Mar

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

19h 30m

1 stop

PVG23:55Shanghai Pu Dong

17 Mar

PVG14:45Shanghai Pu Dong

12h 35m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 44,889

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Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

6 Mar

SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 45m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 44,978

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Cathay Pacific

14 Dec

HYD01:55Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

9h 05m

1 stop

PVG13:30Shanghai Pu Dong

31 Dec

PVG09:30Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 50m

1 stop

HYD00:50Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

₹ 45,155

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China Eastern

16 Jan

DEL19:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45m

PVG04:10Shanghai Pu Dong

23 Jan

PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong

7h 25m

DEL17:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 37,969

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China Eastern

27 Dec

DEL19:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45m

PVG04:10Shanghai Pu Dong

3 Jan

PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong

7h 25m

DEL17:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 38,324

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19 Jan

DEL19:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

5h 45m

PVG04:10Shanghai Pu Dong

23 Jan

PVG12:50Shanghai Pu Dong

7h 25m

DEL17:45New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 38,413

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MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 10/3

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 20/3

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 29,009

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 1/3

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/3

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 29,098

MumbaiShanghai

BOM - PVG

BOMPVG

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 10/3

23:10-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/3

15:25-21:20

1 stop32h 25m

₹ 29,275

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 9/4

21:55-18:05

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/4

19:10-20:10

1 stop27h 30m

₹ 30,517

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 9/4

09:00-18:05

1 stop30h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/4

19:10-20:10

1 stop27h 30m

₹ 30,606

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - PVG

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 15/1

00:05-01:15

1 stop22h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 22/1

02:15-22:50

1 stop23h 05m

₹ 34,332

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

₹ 42,050

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

₹ 42,494

HyderabadShanghai

HYD - SHA

HYDSHA

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Thu 12/2

01:55-15:20

1 stop10h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/3

16:35-00:50

1 stop10h 45m

₹ 44,978

New DelhiShanghai

DEL - SHA

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 9/4

22:40-15:35

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 23/4

13:20-23:50

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 46,663

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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 ₹ 36,018. 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 ₹ 39,832.

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 ₹ 34,296. 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 ₹ 60,644.

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 ₹ 34,717. 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 ₹ 52,733. 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 ₹ 53,767 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 ₹ 24,574 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 ₹ 11,709	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,401 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Thai Lion Air	PriceFrom ₹ 18,324	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 31 reviews	Search Thai Lion Air flights
Vietnam Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 21,312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 212 reviews	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Thai AirAsia X	PriceFrom ₹ 24,535	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Thai AirAsia X flights
VietJet Air	PriceFrom ₹ 28,925	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 152 reviews	Search VietJet Air flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 281 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 42,642	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,060 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 50,197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 361 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights

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