Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through Hong Kong Intl (HKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are People's Square, Shanghai New International Expo Centre, and Jing An Park. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

A direct flight from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 7,500 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 61,303 to ₹ 244,169. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

One-way fares from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 41,527, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Chennai and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Chennai (China Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Cathay Pacific (₹ 74,778) offered the cheapest return ticket from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flights via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 57,624. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) had the shortest average connection time for Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport stopovers at 6h 02m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, 28 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan

01:00 - 22:10MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 40m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Guangzhou Baiyun

08:50 - 00:01SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

17h 41m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

₹ 61,303Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec

04:05 - 20:40MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14h 05m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

10:10 - 21:20SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 40m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

₹ 62,537Multiple Airlines

13 hours ago

Thu, 17 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec

19:00 - 11:50MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

14h 20m2 stops Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra Kunming Changshui

21:50 - 11:25SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

16h 05m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

₹ 64,055Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

01:00 - 16:55MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13h 25m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Kunming Changshui

17:35 - 07:05SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

16h 00m2 stops Shenzhen Kuala Lumpur Intl

₹ 73,924Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

02:00 - 15:20MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

16:35 - 00:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

10h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 74,778Cathay Pacific

3+ days ago

Mon, 30 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec

02:00 - 15:20MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

16:35 - 00:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

10h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 74,873Cathay Pacific

3+ days ago

Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

02:00 - 15:20MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

22:30 - 00:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

28h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 76,297Cathay Pacific

3+ days ago

Sun, 28 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

02:00 - 20:55MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:35 - 00:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 77,151Cathay Pacific

3+ days ago

Sun, 28 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

02:00 - 20:55MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

16h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:35 - 00:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 77,246Cathay Pacific

21 hours ago

Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

02:00 - 15:20MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:35 - 00:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 77,815Cathay Pacific

2 days ago

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?: Cathay Pacific (₹ 74,778) offered the cheapest return ticket from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

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How long is a flight from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
A direct flight from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 7,500 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 61,303 to ₹ 244,169. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?
One-way fares from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 41,527, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Flights from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chennai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through Hong Kong Intl (HKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
What is the time difference between Chennai and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Chennai (China Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are People's Square, Shanghai New International Expo Centre, and Jing An Park. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

• Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
• Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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