What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to China flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to China?

United Airlines, Delta, and Royal Air Maroc are the most popular carriers operating from New York to China

How often are flights from New York to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 34% of flights between New York and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 320 minutes.

What airlines fly to China?

Cathay Pacific, Korean Air and China Southern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from New York according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 22 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New York to China on average per week?

9 flights are operational weekly from New York to China as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from New York to China?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as New York or Newark, and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 17h 15m and 21h 20m, respectively.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to China flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to China on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and China is 1 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 1:00AM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the morning.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to China?

Prices for flights from New York to China refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to China?

As of January 2026, there are 22 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to China.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to China?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The required travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:00 pm - 12:25 pm

EWR

PVG

36h 25m2 stops

7:10 am - 7:38 am

PVG

EWR

36h 28m2 stops

$845Air China

Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31

12:00 pm - 12:25 pm

EWR

PVG

36h 25m2 stops

7:10 am - 7:38 am

PVG

EWR

36h 28m2 stops

$859Air China

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 31

12:00 pm - 11:00 am

EWR

PVG

34h 00m2 stops

7:20 am - 5:45 am

PVG

EWR

35h 25m2 stops

$882Air China

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

11:10 am - 11:40 pm

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CAN

23h 30m1 stop

1:15 am - 10:00 am

CAN

JFK

20h 45m1 stop

$923Asiana Airlines

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11:45 am - 11:15 am

JFK

CAN

35h 30m1 stop

1:15 am - 10:00 am

CAN

JFK

20h 45m1 stop

$924Asiana Airlines

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JFK

PEK

34h 45m1 stop

1:30 am - 11:10 am

PEK

JFK

21h 40m1 stop

$933Korean Air

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6:00 am - 3:20 pm

LGA

PVG

20h 20m1 stop

5:30 pm - 11:44 pm

PVG

LGA

19h 14m1 stop

$983Delta

Tue, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 23

6:00 am - 3:20 pm

LGA

PVG

20h 20m1 stop

6:00 pm - 8:57 am

PVG

LGA

27h 57m2 stops

$988Delta

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2:50 pm - 1:40 am

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PKX

22h 50m1 stop

1:10 pm - 6:00 am

PKX

JFK

28h 50m1 stop

$1,013Cathay Pacific

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 28

8:00 pm - 5:10 pm

LGA

SHA

33h 10m2 stops

6:25 pm - 1:21 pm

SHA

LGA

30h 56m2 stops

$1,122Korean Air

Mon, Mar 23 - Fri, Apr 3

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Feb 2

JFK12:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 10

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,024

ANA

Jan 20

JFK12:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 3

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,035

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Jan 21

JFK12:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 9

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,037

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Jan 11

JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

PVG7:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 13

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 20m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,124

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Jan 10

JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

PVG7:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 12

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 20m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,129

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Jan 11

JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

PVG7:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 13

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 20m

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JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,136

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7:10 am-7:38 am

2 stops36h 28m

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EWR - PVG

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Tue 3/17

12:00 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

7:10 am-7:38 am

2 stops36h 28m

$859

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EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

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12:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops34h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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7:20 am-5:45 am

2 stops35h 25m

$882

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JFKCAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/4

11:10 am-11:40 pm

1 stop23h 30m

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Tue 3/17

1:15 am-10:00 am

1 stop20h 45m

$923

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 stop35h 30m

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Mon 4/20

1:15 am-10:00 am

1 stop20h 45m

$924

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop34h 45m

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Tue 4/7

1:30 am-11:10 am

1 stop21h 40m

$933

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LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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5:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop19h 14m

$983

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LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

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Mon 2/2

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/12

6:00 pm-8:57 am

2 stops27h 57m

$988

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JFK - PKX

JFKPKX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

2:50 pm-1:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 4/28

1:10 pm-6:00 am

1 stop28h 50m

$1,013

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LGA - SHA

LGASHA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/23

8:00 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

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Fri 4/3

6:25 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops30h 56m

$1,122

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,004. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to China from New York during April instead. Flights to China in April, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $1,042.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to China?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,331. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Thursday is $1,806.

What is the cheapest New York to China flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $1,267 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from New York for as low as $1,191 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to China flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$625
Fastest flight time	14h 50m
Direct flights	Tue and Thu
Airports in China	237 airports

The best one-way flight to China from New York in the past 72 hours is $625. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,237.

The fastest flight from New York to China takes 14h 50m

Direct flights go from New York to China on Tuesday and Thursday. Airlines offering direct flights are: XiamenAir and Air China.

There are 237 airports in China. From New York there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to China?
Prices for flights from New York to China refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to China?
As of January 2026, there are 22 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to China?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The required travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to China?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to China is Boeing 777-300ER (40.88% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (25.47%), Boeing 747 (24.82%), and Boeing 777-300 (3.40%).

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ANA	PriceFrom $433	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,063 reviews	Search ANA flights
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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to China from New York which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 47% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to China flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to China?

United Airlines, Delta, and Royal Air Maroc are the most popular carriers operating from New York to China

What airlines fly to China?

How often are flights from New York to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 34% of flights between New York and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 320 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to China flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to China flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to China on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and China is 1 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 1:00AM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the morning.

How many flights depart from New York to China on average per week?

9 flights are operational weekly from New York to China as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from New York to China?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as New York or Newark, and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 17h 15m and 21h 20m, respectively.

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