Are direct flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be more affordable, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Hyderabad to Shanghai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons usually results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular travel periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Hyderabad to Shanghai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor in transportation costs to and from the airports as well.

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Hyderabad to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

A typical journey from Hyderabad to Shanghai takes about 30h 33m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration accounts for the total travel time from departure to arrival. This route is classified as long-haul, covering a significant distance of 4629 km.

For those looking for cheap flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai, right now, fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $332–$655, with a median of $553. Currently, only 5% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals might require some flexibility. New deals for this route show up several times a week.

The cheapest time to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai is often in October, with a median fare of $254. July also offers competitive prices, with a median of $278. Another relatively affordable month is September, where the median fare is $414.

When flying from Hyderabad to Shanghai, most itineraries connect at least once, as direct flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai are not available. The typical number of connections for these itineraries is 1 stopover, which contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Regular price: $379 - $658

Prices for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai is between $379 and $658. The current lowest deal is $378 with Vietnam Airlines for travel from Jan 10-Jan 15.

now $378

Low $379

High $658

The cheapest time to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai are cheapest in October, with a median price of $254. The most expensive month to fly is April, with a median price of $759. Prices generally tend to be lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $254

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $759

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Vietnam Airlines

IndiGo

Cathay Pacific

Singapore Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$506

$617

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$483

$617

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Vietnam Airlines

$411

$442

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Vietnam Airlines

$449

$481

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$415

$382

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$482

$437

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

5 nights

Mar 20 - Mar 25

$580 → $473

19%

5 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 23

$492 → $416

15%

6 nights

Mar 7 - Mar 13

$502 → $427

15%

3 nights

Mar 10 - Mar 13

$505 → $430

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Hyderabad - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Hyderabad to Shanghai are below the typical level at $378.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October offers the lowest median price at $254 for Hyderabad to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 30h 33m

Flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai typically involve connecting routes, with a median duration of 30h 33m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not common, with connecting flights being the dominant option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietnam Airlines offers many deals

Vietnam Airlines has 56 deals, making it a frequent provider for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai appear regularly, offering frequent opportunities to book.

Hyderabad main airports to depart from

Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

Cheapest

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai.

📍 ~18 km from Hyderabad (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$379

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$380

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~170 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$481

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From HYD

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Sep 23

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,853

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Sep 18

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,868

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Sep 23

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,858

$921

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From HYD

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Sep 18

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,868

$921

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Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From HYD

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Sep 23

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,855

$921

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Business Class

From HYD

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Sep 22

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,858

$924

Save $934

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From HYD

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Sep 25

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,848

$924

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Business Class

From HYD

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Sep 28

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,846

$924

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Business Class

From HYD

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Sep 30

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,825

$924

Save $901

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Business Class

From HYD

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Sep 25

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,859

$924

Save $935

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From HYD

Elite

Sep 22

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,862

$924

Save $938

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From HYD

Elite

Sep 30

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,847

$924

Save $923

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices across various airlines and booking platforms. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over a period may help you identify a good time to purchase. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with better rates.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options and potentially lower fares. While it may add to travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Hyderabad to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Regular price: $379 - $658

Prices for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai is between $379 and $658. The current lowest deal is $378 with Vietnam Airlines for travel from Jan 10-Jan 15.

now $378

Low $379

High $658

The cheapest time to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

October

Cheapest

Flights from $254

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $759

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Vietnam Airlines

IndiGo

Cathay Pacific

Singapore Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$506

$617

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$483

$617

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Vietnam Airlines

$411

$442

One-way

Sun, Sep 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

Vietnam Airlines

$449

$481

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$415

$382

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HYD - Shanghai

Hyderabad (HYD) - Shanghai (PVG)

IndiGo

$482

$437

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

5 nights

Mar 20 - Mar 25

$580 → $473

19%

5 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 23

$492 → $416

15%

6 nights

Mar 7 - Mar 13

$502 → $427

15%

3 nights

Mar 10 - Mar 13

$505 → $430

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Hyderabad - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Hyderabad to Shanghai are below the typical level at $378.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October offers the lowest median price at $254 for Hyderabad to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 30h 33m

Flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai typically involve connecting routes, with a median duration of 30h 33m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not common, with connecting flights being the dominant option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietnam Airlines offers many deals

Vietnam Airlines has 56 deals, making it a frequent provider for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai appear regularly, offering frequent opportunities to book.

Hyderabad main airports to depart from

Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

Cheapest

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai.

📍 ~18 km from Hyderabad (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$379

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~33 km from Shanghai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$380

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

93% AI deal score

$1,847

$924

Save $923

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Hyderabad to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Hyderabad to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Direct flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Hyderabad - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for the best prices

Connecting flights average 30h 33m

Connecting flights are dominant

Vietnam Airlines offers many deals

Deals appear regularly

Hyderabad main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Sep 23

Sep 18

Sep 23

Sep 18

Sep 23

Sep 22

Sep 25

Sep 28

Sep 30

Sep 25

Sep 22

Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai?

Are direct flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Hyderabad to Shanghai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Hyderabad to Shanghai flights?

Related routes

More routes from Hyderabad

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Hyderabad to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Hyderabad to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Direct flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Popular Airports to fly from Hyderabad to Shanghai

Hyderabad - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for the best prices

Connecting flights average 30h 33m

Connecting flights are dominant

Vietnam Airlines offers many deals

Deals appear regularly

Hyderabad main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Sep 23

Sep 18

Sep 23

Sep 18

Sep 23

Sep 22

Sep 25

Sep 28

Sep 30

Sep 25

Sep 22

Sep 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How can I find cheap flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai?

When should I book flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Hyderabad to Shanghai?