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There are currently no direct flights between Mumbai and Shanghai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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BOM - PVG
Cheapest • 15% average savings
BOM - SHA
Most popular
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When to book
19 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 17% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 38,596 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 11h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mumbai to Shanghai (BOM-SHA)

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Mumbai to Shanghai flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to Shanghai?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to Shanghai and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Shanghai?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Shanghai at ₹ 38,382 return.
•January (₹ 61,219) and July (₹ 54,407) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Mumbai to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Mumbai to Shanghai are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Mumbai to Shanghai flights

Low season

January
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 32% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Mumbai to Shanghai

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Mumbai to Shanghai:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Mumbai to Shanghai?

    A direct flight from Mumbai to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 8,097 km.

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

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Mumbai to Shanghai flight?

    Return flights from Mumbai to Shanghai range from ₹ 37,000 to ₹ 56,434, with an average of ₹ 46,293 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 37,000 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mumbai to Shanghai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 21% above the route average of ₹ 46,293. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

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

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

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

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Mumbai to Shanghai route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 41,549 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 53,639, a difference of ₹ 12,090. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 47m, compared to 13h 14m via Phuket City (HKT) and 13h 26m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Mumbai and Shanghai?

    Shanghai is 2 hours ahead of Mumbai (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?

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

Your guide to booking Mumbai to Shanghai 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 Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 41,549 – about ₹ 12,090 less than Saturday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mumbai to Shanghai trip for March. Fares historically average ₹ 38,382 return in that month – typically ₹ 22,837 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

    · Dazhong Airport Hotel
    · Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

    Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

    · Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    · Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
    · Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

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