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Flights from Shanghai to Kolkata

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Kolkata (CCU) take about 4h 47m (3,425 km). IndiGo flies it. Lowest fare seen: $173 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Kolkata

Carriers on PVG–CCU according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Shanghai to Kolkata flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Kolkata?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Kolkata (CCU) takes about 4h 47m, covering 3,425 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Shanghai from Kolkata by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is 3,425 km (2,128 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Kolkata?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–CCU route include IndiGo. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Shanghai to Kolkata cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–CCU was $173 USD with IndiGo (nonstop), departing 6 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to Kolkata?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $150 with one stop against $173 nonstop, a saving of $23. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Kolkata?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Kolkata visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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