Are direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and timing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to New Delhi flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding better flight deals. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may result in savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai to New Delhi 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. Being aware of these can help you calculate the total travel expense.

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2026-11-09 – 2026-11-19
SHA - New Delhi
73% AI deal score
CN¥2,418
CN¥2,434
Round trip
2026-11-09 – 2026-11-12
SHA - New Delhi
77% AI deal score
CN¥2,831
CN¥2,494
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2026-11-14 – 2026-11-21
SHA - New Delhi
73% AI deal score
CN¥2,481
CN¥2,520
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2026-12-11 – 2026-12-18
SHA - New Delhi
84% AI deal score
CN¥3,425
CN¥2,594
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2027-02-11 – 2027-02-23
SHA - New Delhi
70% AI deal score
CN¥1,762
CN¥2,627
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2027-01-14 – 2027-01-31
SHA - New Delhi
71% AI deal score
CN¥1,914
CN¥2,627
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2027-02-12 – 2027-02-19
SHA - New Delhi
70% AI deal score
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CN¥2,627
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2027-01-14 – 2027-01-21
SHA - New Delhi
71% AI deal score
CN¥2,104
CN¥2,627
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2027-03-13 – 2027-03-19
SHA - New Delhi
71% AI deal score
CN¥1,967
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2027-02-12 – 2027-02-23
SHA - New Delhi
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CN¥1,744
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Shanghai to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

A typical journey from Shanghai to New Delhi, including connections, takes about 7h 0m. This route is classified as long-haul, covering a distance of 4292 km.

When looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to New Delhi, you'll find that fares typically range from $403–$436, with a median of $435. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals are infrequent — a price alert helps.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi is often in January, with a median fare of $401. Other affordable months include December, where the median fare is $403, and September, with a median of $406.

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi connect at least once, with only 27.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to New Delhi

Regular price: CN¥1,985 - CN¥3,764

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

Regular prices for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi typically range from CNY 1985 to CNY 3764. The current lowest deal is CNY 2274 with IndiGo for travel from Jan 1-Jan 15.

now CN¥2,274

Low CN¥1,985

High CN¥3,764

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Delhi is January, with a median price of $401. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $872. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥401

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥872

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to New Delhi

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥2,418

CN¥2,434

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥2,831

CN¥2,494

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥2,481

CN¥2,520

One-way

Fri, Dec 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥3,425

CN¥2,594

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

CN¥2,183

CN¥2,640

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

CN¥1,952

CN¥2,880

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

CN¥3,425 → CN¥2,294

33%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

CN¥4,469 → CN¥4,148

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

CN¥3,474 → CN¥3,247

6 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 14

CN¥2,650 → CN¥2,441

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

Shanghai - New Delhi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Shanghai to New Delhi are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January, December, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 7h 0m.

Direct flights to New Delhi typically take 7h 0m, while connecting flights average 10h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 27.8% of available options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights.

Air India Limited is one of the airlines that historically operates direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi are historically rare within a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International offers flights to New Delhi, with prices from 2389 CNY.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,389

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport is a primary arrival airport for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,436

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Hindon Airport (HDO)

Cheapest

Hindon Airport (HDO) is a useful alternative, located within the National Capital Region (NCR) and easily accessible.

📍 ~20 km from New Delhi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,575

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Delhi

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Best Elite deals to New Delhi

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From SHA

Elite

Nov 07

New Delhi, India

88% AI deal score

$1,307

$904

Save $403

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

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Nov 10

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,146

$831

Save $315

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 08

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,237

$883

Save $354

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 07

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,236

$883

Save $353

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 09

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,256

$896

Save $360

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 12

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,256

$896

Save $360

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 03

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,272

$910

Save $362

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 13

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,256

$913

Save $343

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 02

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,313

$932

Save $381

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From SHA

Elite

Nov 01

New Delhi, India

87% AI deal score

$1,300

$933

Save $367

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Nov 08

New Delhi, India

86% AI deal score

$1,129

$831

Save $298

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Nov 07

New Delhi, India

86% AI deal score

$1,127

$831

Save $296

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance is often recommended, as flight prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring trends can be beneficial. Mid-week bookings sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may require additional ground transportation, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this option.

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Shanghai to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

A typical journey from Shanghai to New Delhi, including connections, takes about 7h 0m. This route is classified as long-haul, covering a distance of 4292 km.

Most itineraries for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi connect at least once, with only 27.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to New Delhi

Regular price: CN¥1,985 - CN¥3,764

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

Regular prices for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi typically range from CNY 1985 to CNY 3764. The current lowest deal is CNY 2274 with IndiGo for travel from Jan 1-Jan 15.

now CN¥2,274

Low CN¥1,985

High CN¥3,764

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

January

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥401

February

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥872

Jan

Feb

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to New Delhi

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥2,418

CN¥2,434

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥2,831

CN¥2,494

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥2,481

CN¥2,520

One-way

Fri, Dec 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

CN¥3,425

CN¥2,594

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

CN¥2,183

CN¥2,640

One-way

Tue, Jan 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

CN¥1,952

CN¥2,880

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

CN¥3,425 → CN¥2,294

33%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

CN¥4,469 → CN¥4,148

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

CN¥3,474 → CN¥3,247

6 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 14

CN¥2,650 → CN¥2,441

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

Shanghai - New Delhi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Shanghai to New Delhi are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January, December, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 7h 0m.

Direct flights to New Delhi typically take 7h 0m, while connecting flights average 10h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up 27.8% of available options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights.

Air India Limited is one of the airlines that historically operates direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi are historically rare within a 30-day window.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International offers flights to New Delhi, with prices from 2389 CNY.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,389

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport is a primary arrival airport for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,436

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Hindon Airport (HDO)

Cheapest

Hindon Airport (HDO) is a useful alternative, located within the National Capital Region (NCR) and easily accessible.

New Delhi, India

86% AI deal score

$1,127

$831

Save $296

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to New Delhi

Shanghai to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to New Delhi

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

Direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to New Delhi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

Shanghai - New Delhi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 7h 0m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Air India Limited offers direct flights.

Deals are rare for this route.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Delhi

Best Elite deals to New Delhi

Nov 07

Nov 10

Nov 08

Nov 07

Nov 09

Nov 12

Nov 03

Nov 13

Nov 02

Nov 01

Nov 08

Nov 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?

Are direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Shanghai to New Delhi flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to New Delhi from other cities

Shanghai to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to New Delhi

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

Direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to New Delhi

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

Shanghai - New Delhi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 7h 0m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Air India Limited offers direct flights.

Deals are rare for this route.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Delhi

Best Elite deals to New Delhi

Nov 07

Nov 10

Nov 08

Nov 07

Nov 09

Nov 12

Nov 03

Nov 13

Nov 02

Nov 01

Nov 08

Nov 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?

When should I book flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?