Are there direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?

Direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total flights. Historically, approximately 10.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi?

The typical flight time for a direct flight from Shanghai to New Delhi is approximately 7 hours. For journeys involving one stop, the median flight duration extends to about 13 hours and 45 minutes. The route covers an approximate distance of 4292 kilometers. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary, especially if opting for connecting flights.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Shanghai to New Delhi?

Historically, good prices on flights from Shanghai to New Delhi have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent availability of favorable fares. Travelers can typically find competitive pricing when planning their trips between these two cities. This trend has been observed across the trailing 30-day period.

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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 18h 30m. This route covers a distance of 4292 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul flight. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, the total travel time reflects the comprehensive journey.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Shanghai to New Delhi, fares typically range from $380–$823, with a median of $476. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only about 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi is often in March, with a median fare of $339. Other affordable months include April, where the median fare is $388, and February, with a median fare of $398. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

Regarding direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 10.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect to make at least one stop during your journey.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to New Delhi

Regular price: CN¥2,268 - CN¥3,933

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY 2268 to CNY 3933. The current lowest deal is CNY 2323 with Vietjet Air for travel from Sep 19 to Sep 28.

now CN¥2,323

Low CN¥2,268

High CN¥3,933

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Delhi is March, with a median price of $339. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $816. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

March

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥339

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥816

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to New Delhi

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,789

CN¥3,312

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥2,707

CN¥3,203

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,176

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - New Delhi

Shanghai (SHA) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,599

CN¥2,953

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,652

CN¥3,081

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Vietjet Air

CN¥3,398

CN¥3,102

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 9

CN¥3,973 → CN¥2,641

34%

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

CN¥3,607 → CN¥2,689

25%

6 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 22

CN¥3,450 → CN¥2,655

23%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

CN¥3,599 → CN¥2,953

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

Shanghai - New Delhi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Shanghai to New Delhi are near the typical level of $476.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $339.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 18h 30m

Flights from Shanghai to New Delhi typically take 18h 30m, making it a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Air India Limited is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Shanghai to New Delhi are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~35 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$313

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi.

📍 ~10 km from Shanghai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$313

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$313

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Hindon Airport (HDO)

Hindon Airport can be a useful alternative for specific regional flights within the National Capital Region.

📍 ~15 km from New Delhi (reachable by road networks)

💸 Flights from ~$565

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Delhi

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

Historically, the best time to book flights from Shanghai to New Delhi for the cheapest prices is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $418. Booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days out, generally resulted in higher average prices around $650. Similarly, booking 14-27 days prior to travel saw average prices rise to $843, indicating that last-minute opportunities within a week of departure, averaging $426, can sometimes be more favorable than early bookings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to New Delhi was considered to be $380 or less. The median price observed for this route was $476. Prices typically ranged, with 75% of observed fares being $823 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $380 threshold.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi, with a median price of $339. April also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $388. February, while also among the lower-priced months, had a median price of $398. These months generally present better value compared to the annual median price of $476 for this route.

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Shanghai to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to New Delhi

Regular price: CN¥2,268 - CN¥3,933

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

The regular price range for this route is CNY 2268 to CNY 3933. The current lowest deal is CNY 2323 with Vietjet Air for travel from Sep 19 to Sep 28.

now CN¥2,323

Low CN¥2,268

High CN¥3,933

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi

March

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥339

January

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥816

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to New Delhi

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to New Delhi

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,789

CN¥3,312

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥2,707

CN¥3,203

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥2,650

CN¥3,176

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - New Delhi

Shanghai (SHA) - New Delhi (DEL)

Cathay Pacific

CN¥3,599

CN¥2,953

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Malindo Airways

CN¥2,652

CN¥3,081

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - New Delhi

Shanghai (PVG) - New Delhi (DEL)

Vietjet Air

CN¥3,398

CN¥3,102

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 9

CN¥3,973 → CN¥2,641

34%

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

CN¥3,607 → CN¥2,689

25%

6 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 22

CN¥3,450 → CN¥2,655

23%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

CN¥3,599 → CN¥2,953

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to New Delhi