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Book flight tickets from Shanghai to Chennai starting at ₹ 13,519

Whether you’re going for a one-way or round-trip to Chennai, we’ve got you covered! Check out these different flight options from Shanghai below.

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Explore the best time to buy affordable tickets to Chennai with our price trend chart, which predicts how flight prices will change in the coming weeks from previous data.

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Airlines Flying from Shanghai to Chennai

Compare prices from various providers below to understand which option best suits your travel needs, before enjoying a comfortable journey with a trusted airline from Shanghai to Chennai.

AirAsia X Berhad

From ₹ 13,519

Spring Airlines

From ₹ 14,892

Thai Vietjet Air

From ₹ 15,230

Thai AirAsia X

From ₹ 15,742

Thai Lion Air

From ₹ 16,137

Hong Kong Airlines

From ₹ 16,719

VietJet Air

From ₹ 16,940

Sichuan Airlines

From ₹ 17,010

Shenzhen Airlines

From ₹ 17,417

China Eastern Airlines

From ₹ 17,533

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Alternative Routes from Shanghai to Chennai

There are various non-direct routes from Shanghai to Chennai which could be cheaper and faster! Check out these alternative options to see if they could work for your trip.

Cheapest
PVG
06:00
19h 25m
1 transfer
MAA
22:55
Shanghai Pudong International Airport - Chennai International Airport
Fri, Nov 29AirAsia X Berhad
₹ 13,519
SHA
09:10
24h 45m
2 transfer
MAA
07:25
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport - Chennai International Airport
Sat, Nov 30Shenzhen Airlines
₹ 17,417
SHA
09:10
24h 45m
2 transfer
MAA
07:25
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport - Chennai International Airport
Sat, Nov 30Shenzhen Airlines
₹ 17,417
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FAQ

When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Chennai (MAA) the cheapest?
Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Chennai based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Chennai (MAA) cost?
According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around ₹ 60,546.
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Chennai?
- The distance from Chennai International Airport to downtown is about 12 km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.

How to find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Chennai

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Flight Information from Shanghai to Chennai

Cheapest nonstop flight price	₹ 13,519
Off-season for travel	October
Peak season for travel	August
Flight distance	4,661.57 km
Popular airline	AirAsia X Berhad