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$462+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Shanghai, China

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 3/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SHA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 29, 2026.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/157:48 pm
IND
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PVG
2 stops29h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/307:20 am
PVG
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IND
2 stops28h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,072
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/137:57 pm
IND
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PVG
2 stops49h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/2811:35 am
PVG
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IND
2 stops44h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,079
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/203:36 pm
IND
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PVG
2 stops33h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/107:20 am
PVG
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IND
2 stops29h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,097
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/193:36 pm
IND
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PVG
2 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/127:20 am
PVG
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IND
2 stops23h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,122
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sun 2/19:05 am
IND
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PVG
2 stops27h 10m
ANA
Tue 2/38:30 am
PVG
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IND
2 stops43h 27m
ANA
Deal found 1/28$1,181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 3/59:00 am
IND
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PVG
2 stops27h 15m
ANA
Sun 3/152:35 am
PVG
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IND
2 stops22h 31m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$1,188
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/83:36 pm
IND
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PVG
2 stops33h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/47:05 pm
PVG
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IND
2 stops35h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 4/206:13 am
IND
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PVG
1 stop21h 07m
Delta
Wed 6/1010:00 am
PVG
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IND
1 stop26h 02m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$1,283
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/155:24 pm
IND
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PVG
2 stops31h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/247:20 am
PVG
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IND
2 stops23h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,292
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/55:43 pm
IND
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SHA
2 stops29h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/1610:30 pm
SHA
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IND
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,309
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/157:17 pm
IND
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SHA
2 stops32h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/221:35 pm
SHA
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IND
2 stops27h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,602
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/135:37 pm
IND
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SHA
2 stops30h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/201:35 pm
SHA
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IND
2 stops27h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,689

Find 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 January 29, 2026.

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$1,072
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$462
(Expedia)

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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai that are best for you.

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IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Fri 2/13

7:57 pm-10:05 am

2 stops49h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/28

11:35 am-6:56 pm

2 stops44h 21m

$1,079

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Mon 4/20

6:56 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops30h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

7:05 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops35h 57m

$1,097

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Sun 4/19

6:56 pm-11:05 am

2 stops28h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/12

7:20 am-12:28 am

2 stops29h 08m

$1,122

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Thu 3/5

9:00 am-1:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/15

2:35 am-1:06 pm

2 stops22h 31m

$1,188

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Fri 5/8

3:36 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 39m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/4

7:05 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops35h 57m

$1,197

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Mon 4/20

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

5:20 pm-12:31 am

1 stop19h 11m

$1,283

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Mon 4/20

6:13 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

10:00 am-12:02 am

1 stop26h 02m

$1,283

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Thu 3/5

5:43 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops29h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/16

10:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$1,309

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sun 3/15

7:17 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 03m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/22

1:35 pm-5:31 am

2 stops27h 56m

$1,602

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Fri 3/13

5:37 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops30h 43m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/20

1:35 pm-5:31 am

2 stops27h 56m

$1,689

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $559). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

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 January 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Indianapolis to Shanghai. 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
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai?

    Airlines like Japan Airlines fly from Indianapolis to Shanghai in about 30h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Indianapolis and Shanghai is about 7222 mi.

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

    American Airlines, at $1,061, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $559). Flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,061Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,061Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,154Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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