$218 Cheap flight deals from Delhi (DEL) to Shanghai (SHA)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Delhi to Shanghai

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Airfares from $218 One Way, $390 Round Trip from Delhi to Shanghai

Prices starting at $390 for return flights and $218 for one-way flights to Shanghai were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To Shanghai from Delhi

Route Information for Flights from Delhi to Shanghai

Origin Airport IATA Code
DEL
Destination Airport IATA Code
SHA
Distance
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Finding Flights from New Delhi to Shanghai

New Delhi Airport Information

Cheap flights from New Delhi can be booked on Orbitz.com and usually depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport. The airport is 14 miles from downtown New Delhi and is served by many airlines, including Air India, Air China, Air France, Japan Airlines, Royal Jordanian, and others. Visitors to this airport can book accommodations at the airport's on-site hotel; cheap short-term sleeping pods are also available in the terminals.

Parking at Indira Gandhi International

Valet parking is available at the airport for fees beginning at 300 rupees for two hours. The airport also offers a park-and-fly service that costs between 300 and 900 rupees per day, depending on how long your car will be parked.

Transportation to the Airport

Orbitz.com can help you book a private car service, such as Carzonrent, to take you to the airport. Available taxi companies include Meru Cabs, Mega Cabs, and Easy Cabs, all of which can be hailed or booked in advance. Some taxicab and car services charge metered fares, while others negotiate directly with the passenger. Many visitors to New Delhi use the popular regional train service; costs vary according to the pickup point. The Delhi Metro airport shuttle runs every 20 minutes during daytime hours, and fares vary between 20 and 100 rupees, depending on the length of the route.

Airport Restaurant Options

Aloha, in Terminal 1D, offers a selection of breakfast delicacies, including pancakes. Travelers in Terminal 3 can visit Coffee Day Square for breakfast drinks and easy-to-carry snacks. When you use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights from New Delhi, you can find all the information you need to prepare for your flight.

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

If you're searching for discount flights to Shanghai, you'll find what you're looking for at Orbitz.com. The site allows you to compare prices from several airlines at once so that you can find the one that best fits your budget. If you're flying into Shanghai from overseas, you'll be flying into Shanghai Pudong International Airport, the main international airport serving Shanghai and one of the most important hubs in Asia. The other major airport in town, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, serves primarily as a domestic airport for the region. Shanghai Pudong is located about 19 miles from central Shanghai. Airlines from all over the world provide service to the airport, including Air France, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines.

Transportation at Shanghai Pudong International Airport

There are several ways to get to and from the airport. If you're in a hurry, you can take the Shanghai Maglev Train, which runs between the airport and Longyang Road. This high-speed train runs every 20 minutes, and the trip is eight minutes long. Tickets will cost you $7.80 for a regular one-way ticket. Once you get off at the Longyang stop, you can take the Number 2 subway line to other parts of the city. You can also book a rental car through Orbitz.com.

Weather in Shanghai

Shanghai's average weather is usually described as mild and humid, with four distinct seasons. Summer temperatures can reach 95 degrees Fahrenheit and higher. It's usually recommended to visit Shanghai between the months of March and May, when the weather is usually mild and dry with temperatures in the 70s.

Things to Do in Shanghai

When you're in Shanghai, check out Shanghai Circus World, an indoor circus featuring a mix of motorbikes and acrobatics. Architecture buffs should take a moment to see the Bund International Architecture Exhibition, a tour of the best of the city's oldest and newest buildings. Once you book your flights to Shanghai with Orbitz.com, the entire city will be waiting to be explored.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Delhi to Shanghai?
The shortest flight time from Delhi to Shanghai is 6 hours and 45 minutes. Order a wine from the drink cart, write in your travel journal or finish that podcast — you'll have plenty of time on this medium-haul journey.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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