What is the cheapest airline that flies from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

ANA and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Indianapolis to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Indianapolis according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai?

The number of operators available for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai is 3 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:48 am - 11:20 amIND-SHA

35h 32m3 stops

3:50 pm - 3:43 pmSHA-IND

35h 53m3 stops

$1,041

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Fri, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 19

12:20 pm - 11:00 amIND-SHA

34h 40m3 stops

7:55 am - 7:58 pmSHA-IND

24h 03m2 stops

$1,069

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Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Oct 5

6:55 pm - 10:50 amIND-PVG

27h 55m2 stops

12:05 pm - 5:46 amPVG-IND

30h 41m2 stops

$1,183China Airlines

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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Nov 24

8:10 am - 1:45 pmIND-PVG

17h 35m1 stop

5:30 pm - 12:04 amPVG-IND

19h 34m1 stop

$1,184Delta

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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Nov 24

8:10 am - 1:45 pmIND-PVG

17h 35m1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:26 amPVG-IND

29h 56m2 stops

$1,188Delta

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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Nov 24

7:02 pm - 6:35 pmIND-PVG

35h 33m2 stops

12:05 pm - 5:56 pmPVG-IND

42h 51m2 stops

$1,321China Airlines

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Thu, Oct 16 - Sat, Nov 8

7:22 am - 2:50 pmIND-PVG

19h 28m1 stop

6:10 pm - 10:05 pmPVG-IND

16h 55m1 stop

$1,340American Airlines

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Thu, Oct 16 - Sat, Nov 8

5:44 am - 2:50 pmIND-PVG

21h 06m1 stop

6:25 pm - 12:15 amPVG-IND

17h 50m1 stop

$1,341American Airlines

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Tue, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 1

6:00 am - 5:45 pmIND-PVG

23h 45m1 stop

1:30 pm - 11:18 pmPVG-IND

21h 48m2 stops

$1,366United Airlines

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Tue, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 1

6:00 am - 9:50 pmIND-SHA

27h 50m2 stops

1:30 pm - 9:08 amSHA-IND

31h 38m3 stops

$1,911United Airlines

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Sun, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 25

United Airlines flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai

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United Airlines

Oct 14

IND6:00 amIndianapolis

23h 45m

1 stop

PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 1

PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

21h 48m

2 stops

IND11:18 pmIndianapolis

$1,366

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United Airlines

Oct 19

IND6:00 amIndianapolis

27h 50m

2 stops

SHA9:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 25

SHA1:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 38m

3 stops

IND9:08 amIndianapolis

$1,911

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United Airlines

Aug 3

IND6:05 amIndianapolis

23h 40m

1 stop

PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Aug 5

PVG8:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

31h 08m

2 stops

IND3:18 pmIndianapolis

$2,046

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ANA flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Indianapolis to Shanghai flight tickets

ANA

Sep 22

IND4:40 pmIndianapolis

19h 55m

2 stops

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 23

PVG2:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

21h 43m

2 stops

IND11:13 amIndianapolis

$1,303

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ANA

Sep 22

IND4:40 pmIndianapolis

19h 55m

2 stops

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 23

PVG2:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

21h 43m

2 stops

IND11:13 amIndianapolis

$1,308

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ANA

Oct 16

IND4:36 pmIndianapolis

19h 59m

2 stops

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 7

PVG2:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 42m

2 stops

IND1:12 pmIndianapolis

$1,351

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Price

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Fri 9/12

11:48 am-11:20 am

3 stops35h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/19

3:50 pm-3:43 pm

3 stops35h 53m

$1,041

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Thu 9/18

12:20 pm-11:00 am

3 stops34h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/5

7:55 am-7:58 pm

2 stops24h 03m

$1,069

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Mon 9/22

6:55 pm-10:50 am

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

12:05 pm-5:46 am

2 stops30h 41m

$1,183

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Mon 9/22

8:10 am-1:45 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

5:30 pm-12:04 am

1 stop19h 34m

$1,184

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Mon 9/22

8:10 am-1:45 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

5:30 pm-10:26 am

2 stops29h 56m

$1,188

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Thu 10/16

7:02 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops35h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/8

12:05 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops42h 51m

$1,321

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Thu 10/16

7:22 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 28m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/8

6:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$1,340

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Tue 10/14

5:44 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/1

6:25 pm-12:15 am

1 stop17h 50m

$1,341

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Tue 10/14

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/1

1:30 pm-11:18 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$1,366

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sun 10/19

6:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/25

1:30 pm-9:08 am

3 stops31h 38m

$1,911

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Indianapolis is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,079, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Indianapolis averaging around $1,252.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,586. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Indianapolis to Shanghai for around $1,818.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Indianapolis to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai at noon for as low as $1,485. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,744.

Cheap Indianapolis to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai

Best Price Found	$577
Fastest flight time	17h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Indianapolis in the past 72 hours is $577. The best round-trip flight deal from Indianapolis to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,041.

The fastest flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai takes 17h 35m

There are no direct flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Indianapolis Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Indianapolis Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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How far is Indianapolis to Shanghai by plane?
Shanghai is 7216.9 mi away from Indianapolis. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 17h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai is 3 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Indianapolis Airport to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $1,061	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,073	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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