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$558+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Shanghai, China

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IND — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Shanghai

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,111
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$558
(FlightHub)

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Average price

$1,861
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai
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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/256:00 amIND - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/156:10 pmPVG - IND
1 stop18h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,111
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/256:00 amIND - PVG
1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/158:25 pmPVG - IND
2 stops29h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,116
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/99:00 amIND - PVG
2 stops23h 40mANA
Thu 10/302:30 amPVG - IND
2 stops22h 42mANA
Deal found 6/10$1,347
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 10/912:44 pmIND - PVG
3 stops34h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/318:50 amPVG - IND
2 stops21h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,452
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/265:56 pmIND - PVG
2 stops34h 09mDelta
Sat 8/23:45 pmPVG - IND
1 stop17h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,586
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/119:00 amIND - PVG
2 stops41h 05mAir Canada
Wed 7/93:55 pmPVG - IND
2 stops40h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,650
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/179:22 amIND - PVG
2 stops40h 38mJapan Airlines
Tue 6/244:05 pmPVG - IND
2 stops35h 21mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,656
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/179:22 amIND - SHA
2 stops38h 03mJapan Airlines
Tue 6/2412:50 pmSHA - IND
2 stops38h 36mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,663
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/176:48 pmIND - PVG
2 stops29h 17mEVA Air
Wed 7/91:10 pmPVG - IND
2 stops27h 50mEVA Air
Deal found 6/10$1,664
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 6/177:25 pmIND - SHA
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/912:50 pmSHA - IND
2 stops22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,677
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/172:45 pmIND - PVG
2 stops37h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 7/812:35 amPVG - IND
2 stops31h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,048
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/166:48 pmIND - PVG
2 stops35h 47mChina Airlines
Sun 8/107:50 pmPVG - IND
2 stops21h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,936

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai that are best for you.

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IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/15

6:10 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop18h 39m

$1,111

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/15

8:25 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops29h 47m

$1,116

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Thu 10/9

9:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

2:30 am-1:12 pm

2 stops22h 42m

$1,347

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Thu 10/9

12:44 pm-10:50 am

3 stops34h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/31

8:50 am-6:33 pm

2 stops21h 43m

$1,452

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Sat 7/26

5:56 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops34h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/2

3:45 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop17h 21m

$1,586

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sun 7/27

7:03 am-11:25 am

2 stops40h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/3

8:55 am-9:09 pm

2 stops24h 14m

$1,882

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Tue 7/8

6:05 am-9:50 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/22

1:30 pm-11:04 am

3 stops33h 34m

$3,755

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Sat 10/25

2:39 pm-5:25 pm

3 stops38h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/15

11:30 pm-2:16 pm

3 stops51h 46m

$5,114

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Wed 8/13

10:30 am-2:00 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$558

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

10:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops36h 55m

$558

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Shanghai at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai, such as Japan Airlines, ANA and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.

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. 3 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?

    American Airlines, at $1,111, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and ANA. Users have found that American Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $558 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Japan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $572 and $707, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 Shanghai

Discover the top 3 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,061Average$1,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,073Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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