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$887+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Shanghai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SHA
nov. 25 — dic. 21
lun. 11/25
lun. 12/2
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 20, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/196:05 amIND - PVG
1 stop20h 15mDelta
mar. 11/265:30 pmPVG - IND
1 stop18h 57mDelta
Deal found 11/18$1,254
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/258:25 amIND - PVG
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/2611:45 pmPVG - IND
2 stops33h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/235:25 amIND - PVG
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/256:10 pmPVG - IND
1 stop18h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,670
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/167:31 amIND - PVG
1 stop22h 14mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/88:25 pmPVG - IND
2 stops34h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,471
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/2211:28 amIND - SHA
3 stops33h 42mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/11:50 pmSHA - IND
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,738
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1312:46 pmIND - PVG
2 stops38h 14mAir Canada
mié. 1/85:50 pmPVG - IND
2 stops37h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$2,862
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/169:25 amIND - PVG
2 stops26h 50mANA
mar. 1/72:30 amPVG - IND
2 stops30h 35mANA
Deal found 11/19$2,935
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/136:10 pmIND - PVG
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
mar. 1/712:10 amPVG - IND
2 stops34h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$3,107
This hutchgo.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure hutchgo.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/166:20 amIND - SHA
2 stops40h 25mJapan Airlines
mié. 1/81:10 pmSHA - IND
2 stops37h 52mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/19$4,288

Find flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.

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IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

jue. 4/10

6:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 5/2

3:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$1,323

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

sáb. 1/18

7:27 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 43m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 2/9

6:10 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop18h 46m

$1,324

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

vie. 3/21

7:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 3/27

8:25 pm-9:24 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,406

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

jue. 4/10

10:54 am-4:30 pm

2 stops41h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 5/1

12:35 am-10:20 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,574

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

vie. 3/21

6:05 am-5:10 pm

2 stops47h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 3/27

6:25 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops33h 57m

$1,666

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

sáb. 1/18

2:40 pm-6:40 am

2 stops27h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 2/8

1:55 am-11:15 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,755

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

jue. 4/10

5:49 am-3:30 pm

2 stops45h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 5/1

12:20 am-2:16 pm

3 stops49h 56m

$2,353

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

dom. 12/22

11:28 am-10:10 am

3 stops33h 42m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 1/1

1:50 pm-10:30 am

3 stops33h 40m

$2,738

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

vie. 12/13

12:46 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops38h 14m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 1/8

5:50 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$2,862

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

lun. 12/16

9:25 am-1:15 am

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 1/7

2:30 am-8:05 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$2,935

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Travel insights for flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IND to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated noviembre 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai, such as American Airlines and ANA. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

    Indianapolis (IND), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai. 5 airlines have flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai round-trip?

    Delta, at $1,323, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to Shanghai one-way?

    $1,650 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Japan Airlines, with prices starting from $1,736 and $1,772, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Indianapolis to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,296Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,422Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,564Average$1,848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,579Average$1,754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,671Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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