₹ 31,363 Cheap flights to Shanghai

The average flight to Shanghai costs ₹ 59,534/per person and the cheapest flight to Shanghai is ₹ 9,024/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on travelling.

100% of momondo users visit Shanghai more often than any other city in Shanghai. When travelling to Shanghai, typically the most convenient airport to fly into is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

Shanghai New International Expo Centre is closest to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Those looking for an alternative airport option near Shanghai New International Expo Centre could try flying into Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

When visiting Shanghai, the majority of people tend to find Shanghai New International Expo Centre, People's Square and Shanghai International Convention Centre to be the most notable landmarks in the area.

Shanghai typically has a temperature range from 4 °C(January) to 28 °C(July). Those looking to avoid rain and/or snow while visiting Shanghai should plan their trip in December, January, or November, as these months are relatively less likely to have precipitation.

Of the 8 airlines that fly to Shanghai, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and VietJet Air happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. Cathay Pacific is the most popular among the three airlines, with 42% of users choosing them for their travels to Shanghai.

The best day to take a flight to Shanghai is on Thursday, followed by Sunday. Thursday and Sunday tend to have the lowest flight prices to Shanghai. If your travel dates are flexible, then try to avoid booking on a Saturday, which is known for being the most expensive day of the week to fly to Shanghai.

Prices for flights to Shanghai were last updated today.

As of September 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights 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.

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.