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Cheap flights from New Delhi to Shanghai, China from ₹ 16,122

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — SHA
13 Sep — 20 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Delhi to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Delhi to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 August 2026.

Sun 18/1023:20 -
1 stop22h 30m
Sat 31/1001:35 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 9/8₹ 30,526
Wed 30/923:20 -
1 stop22h 30m
Thu 22/1001:35 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 9/8₹ 30,812
Tue 17/1123:35 -
1 stop12h 10m
Wed 25/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 13/8₹ 31,766
Mon 7/923:20 -
1 stop22h 30m
Sun 13/901:35 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 13/8₹ 32,339
Fri 4/1223:30 -
1 stop12h 15m
Mon 7/1215:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 13/8₹ 33,006
Sun 27/920:20 -
1 stop23h 30m
Sun 4/1010:50 -
1 stop10h 40m
Deal found 13/8₹ 36,345
Tue 17/1123:35 -
1 stop12h 10m
Mon 23/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 13/8₹ 36,536
Fri 23/1023:35 -
1 stop12h 20m
Fri 30/1015:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 12/8₹ 36,918
Thu 1/1020:20 -
1 stop12h 30m
Sat 10/1018:50 -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 9/8₹ 37,108
Thu 3/920:50 -
2 stops22h 55m
Thu 10/922:00 -
Nonstop7h 00m
Deal found 11/8₹ 37,108
Wed 18/1123:30 -
1 stop12h 15m
Mon 23/1115:25 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 13/8₹ 37,204
Fri 25/922:50 -
1 stop18h 45m
Fri 2/1011:30 -
1 stop11h 20m
Deal found 11/8₹ 37,395

Find flight deals from New Delhi to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Delhi (DEL) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 August 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 31,766

One-way from

₹ 16,122

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

₹ 44,168
Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 17/11-25/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • New Delhi to Shanghai
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Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 26/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 20m total
  • New Delhi to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (₹ 181,825 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (₹ 45,118 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Delhi to Shanghai 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 14 August 2026.
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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

₹ 30,526

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 13/9

23:20-00:20

1 stop22h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 22/9

01:35-22:05

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 32,339

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 24/9

20:20-09:20

1 stop10h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/10

08:50-19:00

1 stop12h 40m

₹ 38,062

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 6/10

20:20-10:20

1 stop11h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/10

18:50-19:00

1 stop26h 40m

₹ 40,638

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 18/10

20:20-10:20

1 stop11h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/11

08:50-20:15

1 stop13h 55m

₹ 41,783

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

₹ 41,783

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 4/12

22:50-18:45

1 stop17h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 7/12

18:30-20:20

1 stop28h 20m

₹ 42,832

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 9/9

22:45-12:05

1 stop10h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 16/9

13:20-21:10

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 45,885

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

DELSHA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 13/9

22:45-20:55

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 21/9

13:20-23:50

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 46,648

New DelhiShanghai

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DELPVG

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 9/10

01:10-13:15

1 stop9h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 17/10

07:20-23:50

1 stop19h 00m

₹ 46,743

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Best time to book a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from New Delhi with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Delhi to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai (average of ₹ 40,829). Flying from New Delhi to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 63,628). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Delhi to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Delhi to Shanghai as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from New Delhi to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New Delhi to Shanghai flights typically cost between ₹ 38,921 and ₹ 63,628 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 31,766 on Vietnam Airlines (17 Nov–25 Nov).

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai?

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Delhi to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 14 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Eastern from New Delhi to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up 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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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
1,453 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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
2,947 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Shanghai from Indira Gandhi Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the New Delhi airport to Shanghai. It is only a 12.5 km journey to Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) from New Delhi’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New Delhi to Shanghai?

    Departing from New Delhi to Shanghai will take you 10h 30m. The distance from New Delhi to Shanghai is about 4244 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Delhi to Shanghai return from ₹ 14,551. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Vietnam Airlines, from ₹ 17,431, and VietJet Air, from ₹ 25,768. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    ₹ 16,434 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vietnam Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and Air India, with prices starting from ₹ 19,048 and ₹ 19,433, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Delhi to Shanghai?

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai (average of ₹ 40,829). Flying from New Delhi to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 63,628). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New Delhi to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest₹ 14,551Average₹ 28,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest₹ 17,431Average₹ 35,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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VietJet AirCheapest₹ 25,768Average₹ 36,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Thai AirAsia XCheapest₹ 27,507Average₹ 38,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 32,843Average₹ 46,896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 35,737Average₹ 51,724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ChinaCheapest₹ 36,843Average₹ 40,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest₹ 36,879Average₹ 52,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 41,344Average₹ 69,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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