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Cheap flights to Shanghai from ₹ 33,495

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Shanghai departing on 14/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Summary info about Shanghai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

₹ 18,571

Best Round-Trip Price

₹ 33,495

Fastest flight time

13h 35m

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The best one-way flight price to Shanghai from India in the last 72 hours is ₹ 18,571 (Chennai to Shanghai Pu Dong).
The best round-trip flight price to Shanghai from India in the last 72 hours is ₹ 33,495 (New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong).
The fastest flight to Shanghai from India takes 13h 35m (Chennai to Shanghai Pu Dong).
There are 4 airlines operating flights to Shanghai, including Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia X.

Shanghai flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your Shanghai flight to craft the best travel plan

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 ₹ 45,599. If you are unable to visit Shanghai during the month of August, then departing from India during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around ₹ 49,413.

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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as ₹ 50,194. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday 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 ₹ 59,811.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from India to Shanghai when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 41,900. Flying to Shanghai in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Shanghai are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of ₹ 53,995. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

On average, it takes 11h 35m to fly from India to Shanghai if you fly out of New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (the most popular airport in India) and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (the most popular airport in Shanghai). If you’re flying out of Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, then the flight time is around 11h.

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

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is about 60 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are ₹ 67,797.

Cheapest flights to Shanghai airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Shanghai airports from your nearest city or airport
New Delhi
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM New Delhi TO Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG)

Typically, flights to Shanghai from New Delhi are cheaper when flying from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong, which has an average price of ₹ 67,797

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM NEW DELHIAugust33% cheaperFlying from New Delhi to Shanghai costs on average just ₹ 45,599 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM NEW DELHIDecember65% more expensiveIt costs about ₹ 112,008 for flights to Shanghai from New Delhi in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SHANGHAI FROM NEW DELHIMay512% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Shanghai from New Delhi in May than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Shanghai

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Shanghai?

Users booking trips to Shanghai from Guangzhou found flights 51% cheaper than the average price of flights to Shanghai. To find the cheapest price to Shanghai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What is there to do in Shanghai when it’s raining?

When planning your flight to Shanghai, it is important to be aware that some months are not as ideal as others. Specifically, the months of June, July, or August could carry a higher chance of rain, as Shanghai sees up to 5.1 inches (130 mm) or more. There are still things to do in Shanghai even when it's raining, but be aware that rain is highly probable in the area. While in Shanghai you will find Shanghai Museum nearby which is a great museum to visit when you’re looking for things to do indoors. For those looking to get out of the rain and do a little shopping, check out Nanjing Road.

Is there an alternative airport near Shanghai?

Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, Suzhou Airport, Wuxi Airport, Nantong Airport or Hangzhou Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Shanghai.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Shanghai?

Hangzhou Airport has an average price of ₹ 13,471 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Shanghai. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Are there flights to Jing'an?

Yes, you can get a flight ticket to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl if you want to reach Jing'an. It is the nearest Shanghai airport (11.2 km away).

What’s the closest airport to Shanghai New International Expo Centre?

The closest airport to Shanghai New International Expo Centre is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, 21.8 km away.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Shanghai?

Prices for flights to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Shanghai?

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Shanghai flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in India to Shanghai found recently by users on momondo
Singapore Airlines
14 May
DEL09:00New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
19h 05m
1 stop
PVG06:35Shanghai Pu Dong
17 May
PVG19:10Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 30m
1 stop
DEL20:10New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 33,495
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Multiple Airlines
31 May
MAA08:15Chennai
13h 35m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
4 Jun
PVG01:35Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 00m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
₹ 34,655
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Vietnam Airlines
30 Mar
DEL23:35New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
10h 35m
1 stop
PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong
12 Jul
PVG15:10Shanghai Pu Dong
33h 25m
1 stop
DEL22:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 35,153
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Singapore Airlines
13 May
DEL21:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
13h 00m
1 stop
PVG13:25Shanghai Pu Dong
19 May
PVG19:10Shanghai Pu Dong
13h 00m
1 stop
DEL05:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 35,236
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Vietnam Airlines
1 May
BOM23:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
11h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong
7 May
PVG15:10Shanghai Pu Dong
32h 55m
1 stop
BOM21:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 35,567
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Vietnam Airlines
15 May
BOM23:10Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
11h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:40Shanghai Pu Dong
22 May
PVG15:50Shanghai Pu Dong
32h 15m
1 stop
BOM21:35Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 35,899
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to Shanghai

If you're looking for one-way flights from India to Shanghai, view some of our deals below.
Multiple Airlines
15 Apr
MAA08:15Chennai
13h 35m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
₹ 18,571
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Multiple Airlines
10 Apr
MAA00:35Chennai
24h 25m
1 stop
PVG03:30Shanghai Pu Dong
₹ 19,152
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Multiple Airlines
21 Jun
BLR23:25Bengaluru Intl
22h 25m
1 stop
PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong
₹ 19,732
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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Shanghai?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Can I find flights to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Shanghai with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to Shanghai?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Shanghai by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Shanghai, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Shanghai and alert you when they change.


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