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Flights to Shanghai, China in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 August 2026.

Sun 18/1023:20 -
1 stop22h 30m
Sat 31/1001:35 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 4/8₹ 30,372
Wed 18/1123:30 -
1 stop12h 15m
Wed 25/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 5/8₹ 31,133
Tue 17/1123:35 -
1 stop12h 10m
Wed 25/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 5/8₹ 31,800
Sun 13/923:20 -
1 stop22h 30m
Thu 17/901:35 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 7/8₹ 32,371
Fri 13/1123:30 -
1 stop12h 15m
Fri 27/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 5/8₹ 33,037
Wed 18/1123:30 -
1 stop12h 15m
Mon 23/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 5/8₹ 33,323
Tue 17/1123:35 -
1 stop12h 10m
Mon 23/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 5/8₹ 33,990
Fri 13/1123:30 -
1 stop12h 15m
Mon 23/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 5/8₹ 34,561
Thu 5/1123:35 -
1 stop12h 10m
Mon 16/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 7/8₹ 35,037
Tue 17/1123:35 -
1 stop12h 10m
Thu 26/1119:00 -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 8/8₹ 35,989
Mon 12/1023:35 -
1 stop12h 20m
Sat 17/1001:35 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 6/8₹ 36,655
Thu 5/1121:40 -
1 stop14h 05m
Mon 16/1120:50 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 7/8₹ 36,941

Find flight deals to Shanghai

Find the latest flights to Shanghai in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 454,620 searches and data was last updated on 8 August 2026.

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₹ 30,372

One-way from

₹ 15,995

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Average price

₹ 51,222
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 18/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • New Delhi to Shanghai
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 30m total
  • New Delhi to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (₹ 1,404 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (₹ 449 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 25/10

23:30-00:20

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 29/10

01:35-22:10

1 stop23h 05m

₹ 30,467

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 18/10

23:20-00:20

1 stop22h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 31/10

01:35-22:10

1 stop23h 05m

₹ 30,467

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 5/11

21:40-09:15

1 stop9h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 15/11

21:50-20:15

1 stop24h 55m

₹ 37,417

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 9/10

20:20-11:20

1 stop12h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 13/10

18:50-19:00

1 stop26h 40m

₹ 37,417

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/11

22:50-09:55

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 26/11

14:45-20:20

1 stop32h 05m

₹ 40,178

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 23/8

22:50-13:50

1 stop12h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 30/8

07:55-20:20

1 stop14h 55m

₹ 41,511

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 19/10

20:20-12:20

1 stop13h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/11

19:05-20:15

1 stop27h 40m

₹ 41,701

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 7/9

23:20-00:20

1 stop22h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 13/9

01:35-22:05

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 45,700

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 7/9

22:45-15:35

1 stop14h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 14/9

13:20-23:50

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 46,748

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 26/8

22:45-12:05

1 stop10h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 29/8

13:20-23:50

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 47,319

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai takes 5 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

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

China Eastern
China Eastern
From ₹ 36,807
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From ₹ 36,418
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From ₹ 32,779
Vietnam Airlines
Vietnam Airlines
From ₹ 17,398

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to Shanghai are AirAsia X, Vietnam Airlines and VietJet Air.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai 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 Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 Shanghai?

The best time to book flights to Shanghai is 8 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated 8 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Eastern to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,441 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,952 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai 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 Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia X is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra offers the quickest one-way flight (4 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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