Air India launches Shanghai-Delhi flight after gap of about six years

Air India on Sunday launched the Shanghai-Delhi direct flight resuming its services between the two cities after a gap of about six years.

Feb 2, 2026 - 00:00
Air India launches Shanghai-Delhi flight after gap of about six years

Air India on Sunday launched the Shanghai-Delhi direct flight resuming its services between the two cities after a gap of about six years.

The inaugural Shanghai-New Delhi flight departed from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, carrying over 230 passengers on board the Boeing 787 aircraft, the Indian Consulate in Shanghai said in a press release.

The resumption of Air India flights comes after a gap of nearly six years and represents a significant milestone in normalising bilateral air connectivity following the suspension of services in early 2020.