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Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to India from ₹ 15,072

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DEL
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to India flight deals. Data was last updated 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 30,765

One-way from

₹ 15,072
Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 19/1-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • Shanghai to India
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Thai AirAsia X
  • Thai AirAsia X
  • 8/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 30m total
  • Shanghai to India
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to India
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to India. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2025.

Mon 15/1206:50PVG - MAA
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/123:35MAA - PVG
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 38,123
Sun 23/1102:40PVG - DEL
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1123:30DEL - PVG
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11₹ 39,098
Sat 22/1102:15PVG - DEL
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1123:30DEL - PVG
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11₹ 39,985
Fri 19/1215:25PVG - HYD
1 stop9h 35mVietnam Airlines
Sun 4/123:55HYD - PVG
1 stop11h 50mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 41,138
Tue 30/1202:15PVG - DEL
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/123:35DEL - PVG
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11₹ 41,138
Fri 12/1211:00PVG - MAA
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/123:35MAA - PVG
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 42,911
Tue 30/1202:15PVG - DEL
1 stop23h 05mVietJet Air
Wed 14/100:05DEL - PVG
1 stop22h 25mVietJet Air
Deal found 16/11₹ 43,531
Sun 23/1102:30PVG - DEL
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1114:10DEL - PVG
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11₹ 45,571
Sun 14/1211:00PVG - MAA
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/123:35MAA - PVG
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 45,659
Fri 19/1206:50PVG - HYD
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/111:05HYD - PVG
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 46,102
Tue 30/1218:05SHA - DEL
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/120:55DEL - SHA
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 46,546
Tue 30/1208:50SHA - MAA
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/102:05MAA - SHA
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 46,900

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to India that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 16 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to India that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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India

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/12

06:50-22:55

1 stop18h 35m

Chennai

Sat 3/1

23:35-05:30

1 stop27h 25m

₹ 38,123

ShanghaiHyderabad

PVG - HYD

PVGHYD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 19/12

15:25-22:30

1 stop9h 35m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Sun 4/1

23:55-14:15

1 stop11h 50m

₹ 41,138

ShanghaiBengaluru

PVG - BLR

PVGBLR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/3

15:25-22:25

1 stop9h 30m

Bengaluru Intl

Thu 19/3

23:35-14:15

1 stop12h 10m

₹ 42,467

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG - DEL

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 19/1

02:20-22:50

1 stop23h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 25/1

00:05-01:00

1 stop22h 25m

₹ 43,265

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG - DEL

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 30/12

02:15-22:50

1 stop23h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 14/1

00:05-01:00

1 stop22h 25m

₹ 43,531

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG - DEL

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 20/1

12:25-12:25

1 stop26h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 26/1

22:40-20:55

1 stop19h 45m

₹ 43,709

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG - DEL

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

06:55-18:45

2 stops14h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 14/1

00:05-01:00

1 stop22h 25m

₹ 45,127

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG - DEL

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

15:25-22:05

1 stop33h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 28/3

23:35-12:40

1 stop10h 35m

₹ 45,216

ShanghaiNew Delhi

PVG - DEL

PVGDEL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/2

15:25-22:05

1 stop33h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 2/4

23:35-12:40

1 stop10h 35m

₹ 45,216

ShanghaiNew Delhi

SHA - DEL

SHADEL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/1

21:45-10:10

1 stop14h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 15/1

14:10-21:30

2 stops28h 50m

₹ 45,305

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to IN?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2025.

When flying from Shanghai to India, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. 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 India. Reviews last updated 16 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai to India, such as Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,060 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,060 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,060 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to India. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to India?

    A quick flight from Shanghai to India can take about 9h 35m. Vietnam Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 41,138. The distance from Shanghai to India is about 4627 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to India one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as ₹ 17,111 on Thai Lion Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Thai AirAsia X from ₹ 17,377 and Cathay Pacific from ₹ 27,041 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to India?

    The most popular route from Shanghai to India is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Bengaluru Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to India that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to India flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to India?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to India.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to India?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to India by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Shanghai to India

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 60,281Average₹ 84,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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