Cheapest flight ticket found	£229
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	6 hrs, 29 mins
Places to go	126
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	124

Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to India

Looking for the cheapest ticket prices to India from Shanghai? We can help you pick the cheapest month to fly.

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Shanghai to India flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to India? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £229. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Kolkata.£229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Kolkata.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Kolkata on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £229, select.

Mumbai.£248 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Mumbai.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Mumbai on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £248, select.

New Delhi.£285 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Delhi Indira Gandhi International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £285, select.

Hyderabad.£286 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Hyderabad.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Hyderabad on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £286, select.

Bengaluru.£325 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Bengaluru.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Bengaluru on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £325, select.

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.£342 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Aurangabad.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Aurangabad on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £342, select.

Kochi.£344 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Kochi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Kochi on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £344, select.

Pune.£345 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air India and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Pune.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Pune on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £345, select.

Bhubaneswar.£346 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Bhubaneswar.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Bhubaneswar on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £346, select.

Goa.£363 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with VietJet Air and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Goa Dabolim.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Goa Dabolim on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £363, select.

Ahmedabad.£367 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Ahmedabad.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Ahmedabad on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £367, select.

Chennai.£367 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £367, select.

Jaipur.£371 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Jaipur.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Jaipur on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £371, select.

Tiruchirapalli.£390 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Tiruchirapalli.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Tiruchirapalli on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £390, select.

Varanasi.£405 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with Air China and Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Varanasi on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £405, select.

Chandigarh.£405 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Chandigarh.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chandigarh on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £405, select.

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Flights from Shanghai to India FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to India from Shanghai?

The cheapest flight from Shanghai to India costs £229.

Explore the different prices of flights from Shanghai to India and find the best option for you.

When is it the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to India?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to India is September. See if any of these flights in September suit you.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to India flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Shanghai to India is Shanghai to Kolkata. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from £229.

Take a look at Shanghai to Kolkata flights.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to India?

The average flight time from Shanghai to India is 7 hours and 21 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies to India from Shanghai?

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to India from Shanghai is Air India.

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Cheapest flights to India from Shanghai

How to find cheap flights from Shanghai to India

Book a return flight from Shanghai to India from £229, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare will get you from Shanghai to Kolkata in Kolkata.
For one-way travel, the lowest price right now is £115.
Not sure where to fly into yet? Enter 'India' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
India has roughly 30 international airports, so you'll have no shortage of arrival options.
Widen your search by choosing 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the airports closest to both your departure and destination points, which could help you save.
Pay less and have more options by booking in advance. Leave it too late and you might have to compromise on cost, timing or airline.
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Best time to fly from Shanghai to India

If you're trying to keep costs low, September is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to India.
Travelling midweek can often work in your favor. Fares are generally cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
January, November and December are the most popular months to travel to India. November tops the list, making it an ideal time to visit if you like things to feel a little more lively.
March, September and October are quieter months. March has the lowest overall travel demand and is a good option if you want to keep things more low-key.

Flights from Shanghai to India: what to expect

You can pick from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) when planning your departure from Shanghai.
At least one airport in India can be reached on a nonstop flight from Shanghai.
Roughly nine direct flights link Shanghai with destinations across India each week.
The leading airlines operating this route include Air India and China Eastern.
New Delhi is one of the most popular routes from Shanghai to India.
Across all routes, the average journey takes around 7 hours 10 minutes.

Popular places to visit in India

New Delhi

Located in Delhi NCR, this city is a popular destination for Shanghai to India flights. India Gate, Mughal Garden and Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial are key stops for first-time visitors.
Flying into New Delhi typically means you'll be landing at Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
Check out the lineup of hotels in New Delhi and round out your trip with a stay that fits how you travel.

Mumbai

Get to know this Maharashtra city's biggest highlights including Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Gateway Of India Mumbai and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
You can reach the city through Mumbai Airport (BOM) or Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI).
That same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the best room rates online. Use it to compare prices and availability across hotels in Mumbai.

Bengaluru

Drop by top sights like Shree Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Shree Chamundeshwari Temple while you're in this part of Karnataka.
Bengaluru Airport (BLR) is the main airport to plan your flight around.
Pick up a deal on where you'll stay by checking out the list of hotels in Bengaluru.

Visiting India for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Entry rules can often change, so check whether you'll need a visa or any other type of documentation before you travel. Your travel agent, airline or the local embassy or consulate will have the most up-to-date information.
You'll be using the Indian rupee (INR) for all your purchases.
New Delhi is the capital of India, which has a population of about 1.5 billion.
Time is consistent across this destination, with just one standard time zone based on UTC+5.
The weather can shape everything from what you wear to what you see, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. May is India's warmest month.
Visit sometime around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler.
Rain is more common in July, while January tends to be drier.
Diwali (Festival of Lights), Holi (Festival of Colours) and Independence Day are some of the major events here. Consider booking your Shanghai to India flight around moments like these for a different travel experience.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

With your cheap flight from Shanghai to India booked, it's time to plan the rest of your travels. Find the best prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in India. You can also check out car rental options in India and compare offers from trusted suppliers in seconds.