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Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 36,655 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 10h 39m (one-way)
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Shanghai to Chennai?

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and Hong Kong Intl (HKG) are the most popular stopovers for the Shanghai to Chennai route. 33% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DEL or HKG.

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

Flights via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 36,655. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) had the shortest average connection time for Shanghai to Chennai stopovers at 6h 27m over the past 3 months.

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When to book flights from Shanghai to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Shanghai to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai to Chennai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Shanghai to Chennai.

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Shanghai to Chennai takes 00m, covering 7,524 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai to Chennai?

    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.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai to Chennai?

    Flights from Shanghai to Chennai may depart from several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Flights usually arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Shanghai to Chennai. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 36,630 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 79,428, a difference of ₹ 42,798.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Shanghai to Chennai?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 39m, compared to 12h 07m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and 16h 34m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai and Chennai?

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

Your guide to booking Shanghai to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average ₹ 36,630, about ₹ 42,798 less than Monday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency

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