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$799+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA)

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SHA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,217
(Japan Airlines)

One-way from

$799
(FlightHub)

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September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,980
From Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/264:45 pmIND - SHA
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/712:50 pmSHA - IND
2 stops22h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,217
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/275:45 pmIND - SHA
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/812:50 pmSHA - IND
2 stops22h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,237
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1410:39 amIND - SHA
2 stops36h 46mJapan Airlines
Tue 10/281:10 pmSHA - IND
2 stops36h 24mJapan Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,370
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/116:23 pmIND - SHA
3 stops34h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/2610:30 pmSHA - IND
2 stops33h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,487
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/1511:48 amIND - SHA
3 stops35h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/201:20 pmSHA - IND
3 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,495
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/311:48 amIND - SHA
3 stops35h 32mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/148:40 amSHA - IND
2 stops24h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,562
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/311:48 amIND - SHA
3 stops35h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/158:40 amSHA - IND
2 stops24h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,563
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2710:50 amIND - SHA
2 stops36h 35mJapan Airlines
Sat 10/1112:50 pmSHA - IND
2 stops36h 43mJapan Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,594
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:08 amIND - SHA
2 stops40h 17mJapan Airlines
Sun 9/2112:50 pmSHA - IND
2 stops36h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,727
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/1511:48 amIND - SHA
3 stops34h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/216:10 pmSHA - IND
3 stops35h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,808
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:08 amIND - SHA
2 stops40h 17mJapan Airlines
Sat 9/2012:50 pmSHA - IND
2 stops37h 19mJapan Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,831

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

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Hongqiao Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Fri 9/26

4:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/7

12:50 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$1,217

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sat 9/27

5:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops29h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/8

12:50 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$1,237

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Tue 10/14

10:39 am-11:25 am

2 stops36h 46m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/28

1:10 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops36h 24m

$1,370

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sat 10/11

6:23 pm-4:30 pm

3 stops34h 07m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/26

10:30 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops33h 24m

$1,487

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Fri 10/3

11:48 am-11:20 am

3 stops35h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/15

8:40 am-9:01 pm

2 stops24h 21m

$1,563

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sat 9/27

10:50 am-11:25 am

2 stops36h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/11

12:50 pm-1:33 pm

2 stops36h 43m

$1,594

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Mon 2/16

8:53 am-11:45 am

2 stops37h 52m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/20

12:50 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops36h 24m

$1,623

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Fri 10/3

8:29 am-11:25 am

2 stops38h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/14

1:35 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops37h 46m

$1,971

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sat 10/4

10:50 am-11:25 am

2 stops36h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/14

12:50 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops36h 44m

$2,068

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sat 10/4

10:50 am-11:25 am

2 stops36h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/15

1:35 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops37h 46m

$2,092

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hongqiao Intl from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,090). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Indianapolis (IND) if they book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. On average, Indianapolis has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl per day from 3 airlines. Indianapolis is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Indianapolis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Departing from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport will take you 36h 46m. The distance between Indianapolis and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is about 7222 mi.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,065), Delta ($1,103), and United Airlines ($1,161) offers the cheapest pricing from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,090). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 3 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Hongqiao Intl. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,065Average$1,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,103Average$1,813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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