Air India announced the resumption of its non-stop flights between Delhi and Shanghai from February 2026, marking its return to mainland China after nearly six years. The airline also plans to introduce non-stop services between Mumbai and Shanghai later in 2026.

Reconnection Approved by MEA

Following the Ministry of External Affairs’ (MEA) approval, India and China have officially reconnected through direct air travel after five years. IndiGo became the first Indian airline to announce flights between the two neighbouring countries. After starting its Kolkata–Guangzhou operations, China Eastern Airlines also launched services between Delhi and Shanghai.

Four Weekly Flights from February 1, 2026

Air India will operate four weekly flights on the Delhi–Shanghai route beginning February 1

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