How often are flights from New York to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 43% of flights between New York and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 499 minutes.

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

According to our data, China Eastern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Asiana Airlines, Air India, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Shanghai

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

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday 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 Shanghai flights?

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

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from New York to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of New York and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 17h 35m on average. Another popular route from New York to Shanghai is flying from Newark to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 21h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Korean Air, Cathay Pacific and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from New York according to our data. Korean Air is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

As of February 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Shanghai.

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

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 Shanghai.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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 Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$381 Cheap Flights from New York to Shanghai in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $982 to $1,337. The lowest price recently found on this route was $838.

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12:25 am - 4:45 pm

EWR

PVG

28h 20m

1 stop

7:55 am - 10:30 pm

PVG

EWR

26h 35m

1 stop

$838Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 19

1:25 am - 5:10 pm

EWR

PVG

27h 45m

1 stop

7:55 am - 10:30 pm

PVG

EWR

26h 35m

1 stop

$857Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Jun 3

1:25 am - 5:10 pm

EWR

PVG

27h 45m

1 stop

7:55 am - 10:30 pm

PVG

EWR

26h 35m

1 stop

$860Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 22

1:15 am - 10:50 am

JFK

PVG

21h 35m

1 stop

12:05 pm - 8:40 pm

PVG

JFK

20h 35m

1 stop

$919China Airlines

Sat, May 16 - Sun, May 31

1:15 am - 10:50 am

JFK

PVG

21h 35m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 8:40 pm

PVG

JFK

36h 50m

1 stop

$921China Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Mon, Jun 8

9:25 pm - 6:00 pm

JFK

PVG

32h 35m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 6:30 am

PVG

JFK

24h 30m

2 stops

$924Delta

Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 25

6:00 am - 3:20 pm

LGA

PVG

21h 20m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 8:50 am

PVG

LGA

27h 20m

1 stop

$924Delta

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

6:00 am - 6:45 pm

LGA

PVG

48h 45m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 10:16 am

PVG

LGA

32h 46m

2 stops

$951United Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 19

7:25 pm - 5:25 pm

LGA

PVG

34h 00m

2 stops

8:10 pm - 8:18 pm

PVG

LGA

60h 08m

3 stops

$956United Airlines

Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7

3:20 pm - 12:15 pm

LGA

SHA

32h 55m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 2:18 pm

SHA

LGA

36h 43m

2 stops

$1,024ANA

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, May 11

ANA flights from New York to Shanghai

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ANA

Feb 16

JFK1:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 3

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$998

ANA

Mar 8

JFK1:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 18

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

JFK10:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$999

ANA

Apr 19

JFK2:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 19

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

JFK10:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,014

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Korean Air

Mar 5

JFK12:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 45m

1 stop

PVG9:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 17

PVG11:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

35h 40m

1 stop

JFK11:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$955

Korean Air

Mar 8

JFK1:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

40h 10m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 15

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

JFK11:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,005

Korean Air

Feb 9

EWR8:36 amNewark

43h 34m

2 stops

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 27

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 18m

2 stops

EWR4:43 pmNewark

$1,992

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EWR - PVG

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Newark

Mon 4/27

12:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/19

7:55 am-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$838

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 3/24

1:25 am-5:10 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/3

7:55 am-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$857

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 3/24

1:25 am-5:10 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/22

7:55 am-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$860

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/16

1:15 am-10:50 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/31

12:05 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$919

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

1:15 am-10:50 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/8

7:50 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop36h 50m

$921

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/10

9:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/25

6:00 pm-6:30 am

2 stops24h 30m

$924

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/24

5:30 pm-8:50 am

1 stop27h 20m

$924

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/16

6:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops48h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/19

1:30 pm-10:16 am

2 stops32h 46m

$951

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/31

7:25 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/7

8:10 pm-8:18 pm

3 stops60h 08m

$956

New YorkShanghai

LGA - SHA

LGASHA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/20

3:20 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/11

1:35 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops36h 43m

$1,024

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from New York is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,004, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $1,043.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,334. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York to Shanghai for around $1,774.

What is the cheapest New York to Shanghai flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,261 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from New York for as low as $1,183 on momondo.

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

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Fastest flight time	14h 50m
Direct flights	Tue and Thu
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

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

Direct flights go from New York to Shanghai on Tuesday and Thursday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From New York there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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How far is New York to Shanghai by plane?
Shanghai is 7361.5 mi away from New York. Typically, this will take 14h 50m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from New York to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Shanghai?
As of February 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Shanghai?
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 Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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 Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,174 reviews	Search Delta flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $621	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,702 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,208 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $782	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 505 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $871	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 803 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,160 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $902	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,256 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $938	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $957	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,257 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $972	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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

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

Asiana Airlines, Air India, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

How often are flights from New York to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 43% of flights between New York and Shanghai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 499 minutes.

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

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

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

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday 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 Shanghai flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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