How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

On average, it takes 12h 25m to fly from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai if you fly out of Tiruchirappalli (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 Chennai and into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 13h 45m.

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

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier 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 50% 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.

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 September 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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09:45 - 08:50MAA-SHA

20h 35m3 stops

11:50 - 19:55SHA-MAA

34h 35m3 stops

₹ 35,486

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

09:45 - 08:50MAA-SHA

20h 35m3 stops

10:50 - 19:55SHA-MAA

35h 35m3 stops

₹ 35,662

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

06:25 - 10:10MAA-SHA

25h 15m2 stops

10:50 - 10:30SHA-MAA

26h 10m2 stops

₹ 37,075

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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

08:05 - 00:20MAA-PVG

13h 45m1 stop

06:50 - 22:55PVG-MAA

18h 35m1 stop

₹ 37,604

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Tue, 4 Nov - Thu, 6 Nov

01:00 - 12:50MAA-SHA

33h 20m2 stops

09:55 - 00:01SHA-MAA

16h 36m2 stops

₹ 39,546

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08:05 - 00:20MAA-PVG

13h 45m1 stop

06:00 - 22:55PVG-MAA

19h 25m1 stop

₹ 39,988

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Wed, 29 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

07:00 - 08:50MAA-SHA

23h 20m2 stops

21:50 - 22:50SHA-MAA

27h 30m3 stops

₹ 40,076

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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov

08:05 - 00:20MAA-PVG

13h 45m1 stop

01:35 - 22:55PVG-MAA

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 40,341

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Wed, 29 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

01:30 - 12:10MAA-PVG

32h 10m1 stop

08:35 - 00:15PVG-MAA

18h 10m1 stop

₹ 50,669Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 8 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct

01:30 - 12:05MAA-SHA

32h 05m1 stop

13:20 - 00:15SHA-MAA

13h 25m1 stop

₹ 50,669Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 9 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct

Cathay Pacific flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

9 Oct

MAA01:30Chennai

32h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Oct

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 25m

1 stop

MAA00:15Chennai

₹ 50,669

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Cathay Pacific

29 Oct

MAA01:50Chennai

16h 35m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

6 Nov

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

MAA00:35Chennai

₹ 50,845

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Cathay Pacific

8 Oct

MAA01:30Chennai

32h 10m

1 stop

PVG12:10Shanghai Pu Dong

21 Oct

PVG07:20Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 25m

1 stop

MAA00:15Chennai

₹ 52,434

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Ethiopian Air flights from Tamil Nadu to Shanghai

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Ethiopian Air

21 Sept

MAA02:45Chennai

34h 30m

1 stop

PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong

26 Sept

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 05m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 304,895

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Ethiopian Air

22 Sept

MAA21:35Chennai

39h 40m

2 stops

PVG15:45Shanghai Pu Dong

26 Sept

PVG00:20Shanghai Pu Dong

35h 05m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 329,347

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ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Wed 29/10

09:45-08:50

3 stops20h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/11

11:50-19:55

3 stops34h 35m

₹ 35,486

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Wed 29/10

09:45-08:50

3 stops20h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/11

10:50-19:55

3 stops35h 35m

₹ 35,662

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Wed 29/10

06:25-10:10

2 stops25h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/11

10:50-10:30

2 stops26h 10m

₹ 37,075

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Tue 4/11

08:05-00:20

1 stop13h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/11

06:50-22:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 37,604

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Tue 28/10

01:00-12:50

2 stops33h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/11

09:55-00:01

2 stops16h 36m

₹ 39,546

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Wed 29/10

08:05-00:20

1 stop13h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/11

06:00-22:55

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 39,988

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Thu 30/10

07:00-08:50

2 stops23h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/11

21:50-22:50

3 stops27h 30m

₹ 40,076

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Wed 29/10

08:05-00:20

1 stop13h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/11

01:35-22:55

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 40,341

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Wed 8/10

01:30-12:10

1 stop32h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 17/10

08:35-00:15

1 stop18h 10m

₹ 50,669

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Thu 9/10

01:30-12:05

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 17/10

13:20-00:15

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 50,669

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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 ₹ 41,486. 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 ₹ 62,904.

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 ₹ 53,186. 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 ₹ 62,904. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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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 September 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

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AirAsia	PriceFrom ₹ 14,868	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 215 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 38,246	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,365 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 47,041	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 993 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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