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

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, approximately 7.6% of flights from New Delhi to Shanghai are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that the majority of routes involve at least one connection.

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

The typical direct flight from New Delhi to Shanghai has a duration of 6 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 4292 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally take longer, with a median duration of 11 hours and 55 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time compared to non-stop options.

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

Historically, flying with a layover from New Delhi to Shanghai has been slightly cheaper, with a median price of $351. Direct flights, while more convenient, typically have a median price of $369, representing a 5% premium. Direct flights accounted for approximately 7.4% of all flights on this route across the trailing 90 days.

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2026-12-01 – 2026-12-21
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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 takes about 13h 55m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. This is a long-haul flight, covering a distance of 4292 kilometers between the two cities.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from New Delhi to Shanghai, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $294–$440, with a median of $351. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals might be challenging at the moment.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai? The data indicates that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $265. Following closely, September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $309. June is another relatively inexpensive option, with a median fare of $311.

For flights from New Delhi to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 7.6% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find flights, even if they involve connections.

How much is a round trip from New Delhi to Shanghai

Regular price: $272 - $681

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

The regular price range for this route is between 272 USD and 681 USD. The current lowest deal is 303 USD with Vietnam Airlines, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 30.

now $303

Low $272

High $681

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

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Delhi to Shanghai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$512

$500

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$499

$505

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$502

$505

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Air China

$545

$424

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Air China

$563

$437

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$496

$505

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$563 → $437

22%

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

$545 → $424

22%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

$399 → $307

23%

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$513 → $424

17%

Popular Airports to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai

New Delhi - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

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

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $265

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically last 13h 55m

The median flight duration from DEL to SHA is 13 hours and 55 minutes, classifying it as a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietnam Airlines has a recent deal for $303

A recent deal from Vietnam Airlines for $303 is available for travel from November 4-30.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from DEL to SHA appear frequently, offering good opportunities to book.

New Delhi main airports to depart from

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport offers the cheapest flights from New Delhi to Shanghai.

📍 ~15 km from New Delhi (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$329

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.

📍 ~40 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$329

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Consider Hangzhou Xiaoshan International for its extensive network and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~150 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$440

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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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 period, the average price observed was $379. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees higher prices, averaging around $386. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 7-13 days out, with an average of $495 across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a flight from New Delhi to Shanghai is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $294. The median price for this route was $351. Prices above $440 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai, with a median price of $265. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $309. The annual median price for this route is $351, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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New Delhi to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from New Delhi to Shanghai

Regular price: $272 - $681

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

The regular price range for this route is between 272 USD and 681 USD. The current lowest deal is 303 USD with Vietnam Airlines, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 30.

now $303

Low $272

High $681

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

China Eastern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Delhi to Shanghai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$512

$500

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$499

$505

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$502

$505

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Air China

$545

$424

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (SHA)

Air China

$563

$437

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Shanghai

New Delhi (DEL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$496

$505

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$563 → $437

22%

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

$545 → $424

22%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

$399 → $307

23%

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$513 → $424

17%

Popular Airports to fly from New Delhi to Shanghai