Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to China?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl typically cost ₹ 7,955, while return flights cost around ₹ 12,821.

How much is a return flight to China?

A return flight to China will typically cost around ₹ 52,578, however they can be found for as little as ₹ 52,578.

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to China, Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 35 minutes).

Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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1 stop28h 25m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-21:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 16,979

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DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

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1 stop13h 25m

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Wed 31/12

00:00-21:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 18,705

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DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 19/10

08:30-04:40

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/11

05:50-22:45

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 33,190

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DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Sun 18/10

10:15-04:40

1 stop15h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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1 stop11h 10m

₹ 33,190

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05:50-14:30

1 stop11h 10m

₹ 33,286

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₹ 33,286

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₹ 37,506

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12:05-20:20

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21:40-10:10

1 stop10h 00m

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Sat 7/11

22:35-20:15

1 stop24h 10m

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20:20-15:15

1 stop16h 25m

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16:20-19:00

1 stop29h 10m

₹ 41,343

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How long is the flight to China?

On average, a flight from New Delhi to China takes 7 hours 4 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in India will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to China?

The most popular airlines flying from New Delhi to China are IndiGo, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

The cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to China are AirAsia X, Biman Bangladesh and IndiGo.

Rainfall in China by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to China, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou and Shenzhen.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Read through reviews of airlines serving China, such as Singapore Airlines,Vietnam Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,621 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,621 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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Very Good

1,621 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

Vietnam Airlines

7.7

Good

291 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,621 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,507 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,621 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

China Eastern

7.3

Good

244 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,621 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

IndiGo

6.8

Okay

580 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,621 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

FAQs about flying to China

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to China?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl typically cost ₹ 7,955, while return flights cost around ₹ 12,821.
How much is a return flight to China?
A return flight to China will typically cost around ₹ 52,578, however they can be found for as little as ₹ 52,578.
Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to China, Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 35 minutes).
Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?
Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

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How long is the flight to China?

On average, a flight from New Delhi to China takes 7 hours 4 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in India will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to China?

The most popular airlines flying from New Delhi to China are IndiGo, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

The cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to China are AirAsia X, Biman Bangladesh and IndiGo.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to China?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to China, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to China in the last few years. This data was updated on 4 October 2026.

The most popular places in China to fly to are Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou and Shenzhen.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated 4 October 2026.

Read through reviews of airlines serving China, such as Singapore Airlines,Vietnam Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to China?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

How much is a return flight to China?

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

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