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$542+ 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SHA
May 3 — May 101
Sun 5/3
Sun 5/10
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 April 3, 2026.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:10 am
IND
-
PVG
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/71:10 pm
PVG
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IND
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$990
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 8/164:50 pm
IND
-
PVG
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/75:40 pm
PVG
-
IND
2 stops36h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,013
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/17:15 am
IND
-
PVG
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/27:05 pm
PVG
-
IND
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,054
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/287:15 am
IND
-
PVG
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/195:40 pm
PVG
-
IND
2 stops35h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,079
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/255:00 pm
IND
-
PVG
2 stops28h 45m
Korean Air
Sun 11/228:50 am
PVG
-
IND
2 stops44h 32m
Korean Air
Deal found 4/1$1,122
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/275:00 pm
IND
-
PVG
2 stops39h 25m
Korean Air
Wed 11/188:50 am
PVG
-
IND
2 stops44h 24m
Korean Air
Deal found 4/1$1,129
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2610:02 am
IND
-
SHA
2 stops43h 08m
Korean Air
Sun 11/226:25 pm
SHA
-
IND
2 stops34h 49m
Korean Air
Deal found 4/1$1,140
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 10/264:24 pm
IND
-
PVG
2 stops31h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/207:05 pm
PVG
-
IND
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,165
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/146:05 am
IND
-
PVG
2 stops41h 30m
Korean Air
Wed 12/98:50 am
PVG
-
IND
2 stops40h 56m
Korean Air
Deal found 4/1$1,172
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/275:00 pm
IND
-
PVG
2 stops39h 25m
Korean Air
Thu 11/1911:20 am
PVG
-
IND
2 stops38h 26m
Korean Air
Deal found 4/1$1,179
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Tue 9/227:00 am
IND
-
PVG
2 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/17:05 pm
PVG
-
IND
2 stops34h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,190
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2510:02 am
IND
-
SHA
2 stops43h 08m
Korean Air
Tue 11/176:25 pm
SHA
-
IND
2 stops34h 57m
Korean Air
Deal found 4/1$1,190

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 April 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$990
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$542
(Cathay Pacific)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,333
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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 April 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Tue 8/18

7:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

6:25 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$1,198

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Mon 8/17

7:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

6:25 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$1,198

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Tue 8/18

6:25 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/8

6:25 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$1,240

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sun 8/16

4:50 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/7

10:30 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$1,276

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Thu 4/30

4:05 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/7

7:05 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops33h 41m

$1,281

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Sun 8/16

8:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

6:25 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops33h 47m

$1,340

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - SHA

INDSHA

Indianapolis

Tue 4/28

3:36 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops32h 29m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/19

4:50 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops35h 56m

$1,419

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Wed 8/19

10:31 am-4:20 pm

2 stops41h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/7

6:40 pm-7:44 pm

2 stops37h 04m

$1,429

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Fri 8/14

2:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/8

6:40 pm-7:41 pm

2 stops37h 01m

$1,439

IndianapolisShanghai

IND - PVG

INDPVG

Indianapolis

Fri 8/14

2:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

6:40 pm-12:12 am

2 stops41h 32m

$1,469

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $644). 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 April 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta 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
8,374 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
8,374 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,374 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
7.1
Good
11,551 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,374 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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. 2 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 Korean Air and Qatar Airways fly from Indianapolis to Shanghai in about 41h 49m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 56m. The distance between Indianapolis and Shanghai is about 7215 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $1,043, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Shanghai. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. Users have found that American Airlines is 30% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Shanghai (average of $644). 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 2 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 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 April 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,043Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,183Average$1,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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