What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

Which airlines fly to Shanghai?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and AirAsia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Tamil Nadu according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 3 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 11h 05m to fly from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai if you fly out of Chennai (the most popular airport in Tamil Nadu) and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Shanghai). If you’re flying out of Tiruchirappalli and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 19h 35m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai?

As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tamil Nadu 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 from Tamil Nadu 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.

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One-way

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02:00 - 23:55MAA-PVG

19h 25m1 stop

23:00 - 22:40PVG-MAA

26h 10m1 stop

₹ 32,851

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Sat, 13 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

06:25 - 09:25MAA-SHA

24h 30m2 stops

10:40 - 06:30SHA-MAA

22h 20m2 stops

₹ 34,336

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Thu, 2 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct

23:25 - 05:45MAA-PVG

27h 50m1 stop

01:35 - 23:05PVG-MAA

24h 00m1 stop

₹ 34,511

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Sat, 27 Sep - Sun, 19 Oct

23:25 - 23:55MAA-PVG

22h 00m1 stop

09:30 - 23:55PVG-MAA

16h 55m1 stop

₹ 36,433

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Sat, 27 Sep - Mon, 20 Oct

02:55 - 20:20MAA-PVG

14h 55m1 stop

15:25 - 00:10PVG-MAA

11h 15m1 stop

₹ 37,307

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Thu, 20 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov

23:25 - 01:15MAA-PVG

23h 20m2 stops

02:00 - 09:05PVG-MAA

33h 35m2 stops

₹ 37,919

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Sat, 27 Sep - Sun, 19 Oct

23:25 - 00:10MAA-PVG

22h 15m2 stops

21:50 - 23:05PVG-MAA

27h 45m2 stops

₹ 38,006

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Sun, 14 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

14:25 - 04:40MAA-PVG

11h 45m1 stop

09:30 - 23:55PVG-MAA

16h 55m1 stop

₹ 38,181

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Wed, 1 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct

01:50 - 15:20MAA-SHA

11h 00m1 stop

13:35 - 00:35SHA-MAA

13h 30m1 stop

₹ 50,238Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 20 Nov - Mon, 24 Nov

01:30 - 20:55MAA-SHA

16h 55m1 stop

13:20 - 00:15SHA-MAA

13h 25m1 stop

₹ 50,675Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 1 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct

Cathay Pacific flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

20 Nov

MAA01:50Chennai

11h 00m

1 stop

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 Nov

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

MAA00:35Chennai

₹ 50,238

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Cathay Pacific

1 Oct

MAA01:30Chennai

16h 55m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

9 Oct

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 25m

1 stop

MAA00:15Chennai

₹ 50,675

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Cathay Pacific

26 Sept

MAA01:30Chennai

32h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

20 Oct

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 15m

1 stop

MAA00:15Chennai

₹ 51,548

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Malaysia Airlines flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

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Malaysia Airlines

20 Aug

MAA11:45Chennai

11h 05m

1 stop

PVG01:20Shanghai Pu Dong

3 Sept

PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

₹ 64,741

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Malaysia Airlines

20 Aug

MAA11:45Chennai

11h 05m

1 stop

PVG01:20Shanghai Pu Dong

27 Aug

PVG02:25Shanghai Pu Dong

10h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

₹ 73,129

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Malaysia Airlines

20 Aug

MAA23:55Chennai

11h 50m

1 stop

PVG14:15Shanghai Pu Dong

28 Aug

PVG15:25Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 50m

1 stop

MAA09:45Chennai

₹ 75,400

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 13/9

02:00-23:55

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/9

23:00-22:40

1 stop26h 10m

₹ 32,851

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Thu 2/10

06:25-09:25

2 stops24h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

10:40-06:30

2 stops22h 20m

₹ 34,336

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 27/9

23:25-05:45

1 stop27h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/10

01:35-23:05

1 stop24h 00m

₹ 34,511

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 27/9

23:25-23:55

1 stop22h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/10

09:30-23:55

1 stop16h 55m

₹ 36,433

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Thu 20/11

02:55-20:20

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 24/11

15:25-00:10

1 stop11h 15m

₹ 37,307

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 27/9

23:25-01:15

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 19/10

02:00-09:05

2 stops33h 35m

₹ 37,919

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sun 14/9

23:25-00:10

2 stops22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/9

21:50-23:05

2 stops27h 45m

₹ 38,006

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Wed 1/10

14:25-04:40

1 stop11h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/10

09:30-23:55

1 stop16h 55m

₹ 38,181

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Thu 20/11

01:50-15:20

1 stop11h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 24/11

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

₹ 50,238

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Wed 1/10

01:30-20:55

1 stop16h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

13:20-00:15

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 50,675

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

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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 ₹ 41,061. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Tamil Nadu because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around ₹ 62,261.

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 Tamil Nadu to Shanghai when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 52,642. 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 ₹ 62,261. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Cheap Tamil Nadu to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

Best price found	₹ 20,532
Fastest flight time	9h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Tamil Nadu in the past 72 hours is ₹ 20,532. The best return flight deal from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 32,851.

The fastest flight from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai takes 9h 45m

There are no direct flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chennai Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, Chennai Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Coimbatore Peelamedu Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai?
As of August 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tamil Nadu 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 from Tamil Nadu 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.

Best airlines flying from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
AirAsia	PriceFrom ₹ 14,716	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 211 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 37,855	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,347 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 46,560	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 969 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Shanghai from Tamil Nadu which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Shanghai from Tamil Nadu.

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