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Shanghai.P20,436 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P20,436, select.
Shanghai.P21,418 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun, returning Fri, 20 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,418, select.
Shanghai.P21,777 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P21,777, select.
Shanghai.P22,798 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with IndiGo and Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kolkata on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,798, select.
Shanghai.P22,829 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,829, select.
Shanghai.P22,848 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia and Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P22,848, select.
Shanghai.P23,125 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P23,125, select.
Shanghai.P23,326 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kolkata on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Kolkata.Price includes taxes and charges.From P23,326, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kolkata to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kolkata to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from P22,798
Jun
from P21,418
Jul
from P22,829
Aug
from P21,777
Sep
from P20,436
Oct
from P26,807
Nov
from P23,908
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Alternative Kolkata to Shanghai routes

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Kolkata to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP20,481
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Kolkata to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kolkata to Shanghai is P20,436. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kolkata to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from P20,436.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Kolkata to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Kolkata to Shanghai is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Kolkata Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from P20,436.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kolkata Airport to Shanghai on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kolkata Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.

  • Allow plenty of time to catch your CCU to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from CCU to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Kolkata, CCU can be reached in about 40 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to CCU? If you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • When it comes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.9% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Shanghai

  • P10,088 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai flight. A return ticket right now is P20,436. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CCU to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and score a fantastic deal.

  • You don't need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from CCU to Shanghai.

  • Save money on your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Once your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • Following your CCU to Shanghai flight, settle in at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Why run on someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Book a set of wheels here with Hertz.

  • Generally, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from SHA as soon as your plans are confirmed.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Visit Shanghai during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Book a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its popular sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Puyang is another sought-after destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without visiting Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

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