Search Flights from Delhi to Shanghai

Quick Flight Summary from Delhi to Shanghai

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    AED 879
  • Direct flight duration 6 hour 10 min
  • Arrival airports SHA / PVG
  • Best days to book Friday, Tuesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    AED 1,007

Cheapest flights from Delhi to Shanghai

Best Price

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines
13 Aug, Thu23:35
Delhi – Shanghai
10h 35m
1 stop
DELPVG

Vietjet

Vietjet
16 Aug, Sun00:05
Delhi – Shanghai
22h 40m
1 stop
DELPVG

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines
10 Aug, Mon23:35
Delhi – Shanghai
12h 20m
1 stop
DELPVG

Air China

Air China
2 Aug, Sun22:50
Delhi – Shanghai
21h 30m
1 stop
DELPVG
Cheapest Direct Flight

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines
17 Jul, Fri19:55
Delhi – Shanghai
6h 10m
Non-stop
DELPVG

Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines
23 Jul, Thu23:35
Delhi – Shanghai
10h 35m
1 stop
DELPVG

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines
1 Aug, Sat19:55
Delhi – Shanghai
6h 10m
Non-stop
DELPVG

Vietjet

Vietjet
10 Jul, Fri00:05
Delhi – Shanghai
22h 40m
1 stop
DELPVG

Vietjet

Vietjet
15 Jul, Wed00:05
Delhi – Shanghai
22h 40m
1 stop
DELPVG

Last update: 02 July 2026 07:57

Estimated Prices for Delhi to Shanghai Flights

AED 1,294
AED 887
AED 1,277
02Thu
Jul
AED 1,099
03Fri
AED 1,258
04Sat
AED 1,130
05Sun
AED 1,049
06Mon
07Tue
AED 1,037
08Wed
AED 1,294
09Thu
AED 996
10Fri
11Sat
AED 999
12Sun
13Mon
14Tue
AED 997
15Wed
16Thu
AED 887
17Fri
18Sat
19Sun
AED 1,034
20Mon
AED 1,005
21Tue
22Wed
AED 951
23Thu
24Fri
25Sat
26Sun
AED 1,270
27Mon
28Tue
29Wed
30Thu
31Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Delhi City Center

Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport

Taxi

Travelers can opt for taxis for a short and comfortable transportation option from the city center to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Many licensed taxis from different companies are available, but make sure to negotiate prices with drivers before your trip. Ride-hailing services like Uber and Ola are widely used in Delhi, and ideal to get estimated prices for your trip to Indira Gandhi International Airport.

Metro

The airport is connected via the Delhi Airport Metro Express line, which runs from New Delhi Railway Station to Terminal 3, offering a faster and more economical mode of transportation. It operates from 06:00 to 23:00, with shorter intervals during peak hours to accommodate increased passenger demand. Make sure to check updated schedules as timings may change.

Bus Services

Air-conditioned buses operated by the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and private operators provide connectivity between the airport and the city center. Common routes cover major areas such as Connaught Place, Kashmere Gate, and other key landmarks. Prices vary depending on the type of bus and the route taken, making buses an affordable option for many travelers.

Hotel Shuttles

Group and shared shuttle services are available at the airport, offering transport to destinations in the city center or nearby neighborhoods. These shuttles are often arranged through hotels and can be pre-booked for convenience, make sure to check out with your hotel about the availability.

Rental Cars

Many companies offer rental car services for passengers who opt to rent a car to reach the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Also, both international and local operators have counters in the airport, with or without a driver depending on your preferences. For self-driving make sure you have a valid international license and consider pre-booking for convenience.

Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport

Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.  

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.

Airport Bus

Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.

Taxi

The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.  

Rental Car

The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.


Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport

Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.

Rail

Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.

You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.

Bus

Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.

Shanghai Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Thursday
2 Jul
Rain
30°23°
Friday
3 Jul
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31°25°
Saturday
4 Jul
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33°25°
Sunday
5 Jul
Rain
31°26°
Monday
6 Jul
Rain
34°26°

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