How many flights from New Delhi to Shanghai are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 7.6% of flights from New Delhi to Shanghai were non-stop. This indicates that direct options are less common for this route. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning their journey between these two cities.

What's the flight time from New Delhi to Shanghai?

The direct flight time from New Delhi to Shanghai is approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 4292 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to about 11 hours and 55 minutes. This significant difference highlights the convenience of direct routes when available. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from New Delhi to Shanghai?

Historically, it has been slightly cheaper to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai with a layover. The median price for a connecting flight was $351 across the trailing quarter, while direct flights had a median price of $369. This represents a premium of about 5% for direct flights. Direct flights also constitute a smaller portion of the available options, making up approximately 7.4% of all flights on this route.

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New Delhi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

A typical journey from New Delhi to Shanghai, including connections, takes about 13h 55m. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 4292 km.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from New Delhi to Shanghai are typically between $294–$440, with a median of $351. Current fares are above the typical level. There are no recent fares classified as a good price, indicating that current prices are higher than usual.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically October, with a median fare of $265. Other cost-effective months include September, with a median of $309, and June, where the median fare is $311.

Most itineraries for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai connect at least once. Only 7.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from New Delhi to Shanghai. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from New Delhi to Shanghai

Regular price: $301 - $697

Prices for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai is between $301 and $697. The current lowest deal is $330 with Vietnam Airlines for travel from Oct 26-Oct 28.

now $330

Low $301

High $697

The cheapest time to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Delhi to Shanghai is October, with a median price of $265. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $506. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $265

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $506

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from New Delhi to Shanghai

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$408

$399

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Cathay Pacific

$519

$570

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$465

$433

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$376

$354

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$363

$475

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$363

$354

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

$436 → $350

20%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$392 → $340

13%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$392 → $342

13%

3 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 18

$392 → $347

11%

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New Delhi - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for DEL to SHA are above the typical level, with a median price of $351.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from DEL to SHA, with a median of $265.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 13h 55m

The median flight time from New Delhi to Shanghai is 13 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietnam Airlines offers a recent deal

Vietnam Airlines recently offered a deal for $330 from DEL to SHA.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

New Delhi main airports to depart from

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a convenient departure point for flights to Shanghai.

📍 ~12 km from New Delhi (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$327

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$340

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Consider Hangzhou for its extensive route networks, high-speed rail to Shanghai, and competitive pricing.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$406

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from New Delhi to Shanghai is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a flight is around $379. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to approximately $386, while booking 7-13 days out can result in an average price of $495. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance usually averages around $453.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai is considered a good deal if you find it for $294 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $351. Prices can go up to $440 or more, which would be on the higher end of the spectrum. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the good price threshold of $294 can help secure a more economical journey.

Historically, October has offered the cheapest flights from New Delhi to Shanghai, with a median price of $265. September and June also tend to be more affordable, with median prices of $309 and $311 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $351, so these months represent a notable saving. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider these months for their travel plans.

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New Delhi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

A typical journey from New Delhi to Shanghai, including connections, takes about 13h 55m. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 4292 km.

How much is a round trip from New Delhi to Shanghai

Regular price: $301 - $697

Prices for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai is between $301 and $697. The current lowest deal is $330 with Vietnam Airlines for travel from Oct 26-Oct 28.

now $330

Low $301

High $697

The cheapest time to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai

October

Cheapest

Flights from $265

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $506

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from New Delhi to Shanghai

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Air India Limited

$408

$399

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Cathay Pacific

$519

$570

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

China Southern Airlines

$465

$433

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$376

$354

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$363

$475

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$363

$354

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

$436 → $350

20%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$392 → $340

13%

5 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 14

$392 → $342

13%

3 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 18

$392 → $347

11%

Popular Airports to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai