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Cheap flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 39,298

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai departing on 19/3. 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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10:10 - 00:10
SHA
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MAA
16h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:20 - 10:10
MAA
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SHA
29h 20m3 stops
₹ 55,396Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
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10:10 - 00:10
SHA
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MAA
16h 30m2 stops
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11:55 - 09:00
MAA
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SHA
18h 35m2 stops
₹ 58,903Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
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13:35 - 00:35
SHA
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MAA
13h 30m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
02:00 - 20:55
MAA
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SHA
16h 25m1 stop
₹ 70,683Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 00:35
SHA
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MAA
13h 30m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
02:00 - 20:55
MAA
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SHA
16h 25m1 stop
₹ 70,773Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 - 00:10
SHA
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MAA
16h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:00 - 13:55
MAA
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SHA
9h 25m1 stop
₹ 75,090Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

Cathay Pacific flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
5 Mar
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 30m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
8 Mar
MAA02:00Chennai
16h 25m
1 stop
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
₹ 70,683
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Cathay Pacific
5 Mar
SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 30m
1 stop
MAA00:35Chennai
8 Mar
MAA02:00Chennai
16h 25m
1 stop
SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
₹ 70,773
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/2

10:10-00:10

2 stops16h 30m

Chennai

Fri 27/2

02:20-10:10

3 stops29h 20m

₹ 55,396

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/2

10:10-00:10

2 stops16h 30m

Chennai

Sat 28/2

11:55-09:00

2 stops18h 35m

₹ 58,903

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

02:00-20:55

1 stop16h 25m

₹ 70,683

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/3

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

02:00-20:55

1 stop16h 25m

₹ 70,773

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 21/2

10:10-00:10

2 stops16h 30m

Chennai

Fri 27/2

02:00-13:55

1 stop9h 25m

₹ 75,090

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 19/3

22:30-00:35

1 stop28h 35m

₹ 39,298

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 15/2

22:30-21:55

3 stops25h 55m

₹ 41,367

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 15/2

22:30-18:30

2 stops22h 30m

₹ 41,637

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 15/2

22:30-00:35

1 stop28h 35m

₹ 53,867

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Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Chennai

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Cheap Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai (SHA to MAA) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

13h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai takes 13h 30m
There are no direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai.
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  • How far is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Chennai by plane?

    A flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Chennai will travel around 4644.1 km. Flights usually cover this in 13h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport 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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