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Cheapest return flight
₹ 56,120
Typical prices: ₹ 43,048-₹ 79,794
Thai Airways
Mon 24/12Tue 2/1
PVG - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 20,390
Typical prices: ₹ 22,572-₹ 31,826
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Sun 14/10
PVG - MAA • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 36,803 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 10h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pu Dong to Chennai (PVG-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Pu Dong to Chennai

Thu, 24 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
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17:15 - 00:01PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
9h 16m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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01:00 - 15:50MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
12h 20m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
₹ 56,120Thai Airways
Wed, 23 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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08:15 - 00:01PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
18h 16m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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16:35 - 06:25MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
11h 20m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
₹ 56,692Thai Airways
Thu, 24 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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17:15 - 00:01PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
9h 16m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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20:35 - 14:15MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 10m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Hanoi Noibai
₹ 71,175Multiple Airlines
Wed, 23 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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07:40 - 07:25PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
26h 15m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
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20:35 - 14:15MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
15h 10m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Hanoi Noibai
₹ 75,653Multiple Airlines
Wed, 23 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
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07:50 - 21:15PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
15h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Bengaluru Intl
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02:10 - 23:50MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 10m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
₹ 80,226Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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12:10 - 19:55PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
34h 15m3 stops Wuhan Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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15:55 - 00:20MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 55m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
₹ 81,179Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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16:40 - 19:55PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
29h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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15:55 - 00:20MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 55m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
₹ 81,751Multiple Airlines
Wed, 23 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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07:50 - 21:15PVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai
15h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Bengaluru Intl
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23:35 - 14:30MAA  Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
12h 25m2 stops Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Chiang Mai
₹ 94,995Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai?

Return flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai start at ₹ 56,120. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 43,048 to ₹ 79,794. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 56,120 on Thai Airways.

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Key details for Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai flights

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When to book flights from Pu Dong to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Pu Dong 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 Pu Dong Airport to Chennai flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai usually depart from Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai most commonly pass through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 50% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    On the Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 54%. Saturday is the cheapest day at ₹ 36,778 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 79,750 – a ₹ 42,972 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 7,566 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport 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.

  • Have flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about ₹ 56,120 to ₹ 94,995. That means the highest observed fare was about 69% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 24,582, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Chennai?

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

Your guide to booking Shanghai Pu Dong Airport 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 instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average ₹ 36,778 – about ₹ 42,972 less than Monday (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
    - Ridhan Regency
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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