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 16h 20m on average. Another popular route from New York to Shanghai is flying from Newark to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 17h 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Air China, Air Canada, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Shanghai

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

2 flights are operational weekly from New York to Shanghai as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 50% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Korean Air, Delta and Cathay Pacific 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 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 16 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 November 2025, there are 16 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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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 $996 to $1,304. The lowest price recently found on this route was $832.

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12:25 am - 8:30 amEWR-PVG

43h 05m1 stop

11:05 pm - 10:30 pmPVG-EWR

36h 25m1 stop

$832Turkish Airlines

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mié., ene. 7 - jue., feb. 5

12:00 pm - 11:00 amEWR-PVG

34h 00m2 stops

7:20 am - 7:00 amPVG-EWR

35h 40m2 stops

$838Air China

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mar., mar. 3 - mar., mar. 17

4:45 pm - 3:50 pmJFK-PVG

34h 05m1 stop

5:30 pm - 9:09 amPVG-JFK

28h 39m1 stop

$946Delta

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lun., dic. 1 - dom., dic. 14

6:00 am - 4:25 pmLGA-PVG

21h 25m1 stop

6:25 pm - 7:42 amPVG-LGA

26h 17m2 stops

$946American Airlines

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lun., dic. 1 - dom., dic. 14

6:00 am - 4:25 pmLGA-PVG

21h 25m1 stop

6:25 pm - 7:41 amPVG-LGA

26h 16m2 stops

$950American Airlines

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lun., dic. 1 - dom., dic. 14

6:59 pm - 3:50 pmJFK-PVG

31h 51m1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:33 pmPVG-JFK

18h 03m1 stop

$958Delta

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jue., dic. 4 - jue., dic. 25

8:00 am - 5:10 pmLGA-SHA

44h 10m2 stops

6:25 pm - 11:53 amSHA-LGA

30h 28m2 stops

$1,020Korean Air

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sáb., nov. 29 - mié., dic. 10

7:00 pm - 5:10 pmLGA-SHA

57h 10m2 stops

6:25 pm - 1:30 pmSHA-LGA

32h 05m2 stops

$1,027Korean Air

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lun., dic. 1 - vie., dic. 5

7:45 am - 12:25 pmEWR-SHA

39h 40m2 stops

1:40 pm - 5:45 amSHA-EWR

29h 05m2 stops

$1,059ANA

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1:15 pm - 12:25 pmLGA-SHA

34h 10m2 stops

1:40 pm - 12:13 pmSHA-LGA

35h 33m2 stops

$1,092ANA

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Cathay Pacific flights from New York to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 25

JFK1:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 9

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 25m

1 stop

JFK12:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,032

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 13

JFK1:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 11

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 25m

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JFK1:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 7

JFK2:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 15m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 18

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 40m

1 stop

JFK6:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Asiana Airlines

Jan 28

JFK11:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 24

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 05m

1 stop

JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Asiana Airlines

May 12

JFK12:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

SHA5:00 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 31

SHA6:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 10m

1 stop

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Asiana Airlines

Mar 10

JFK12:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 16

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 05m

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NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

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mié. 1/7

12:25 am-8:30 am

1 stop43h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/5

11:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$832

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

mar. 3/3

12:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops34h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/17

7:20 am-7:00 am

2 stops35h 40m

$838

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 12/1

4:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 12/14

5:30 pm-9:09 am

1 stop28h 39m

$946

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

lun. 12/1

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 12/14

6:25 pm-7:42 am

2 stops26h 17m

$946

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

lun. 12/1

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 12/14

6:25 pm-7:41 am

2 stops26h 16m

$950

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 12/4

6:59 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop31h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 12/25

5:30 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop18h 03m

$958

New YorkShanghai

LGA - SHA

LGASHA

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 11/29

8:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops44h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 12/10

6:25 pm-11:53 am

2 stops30h 28m

$1,020

New YorkShanghai

LGA - SHA

LGASHA

New York LaGuardia

lun. 12/1

7:00 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops57h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 12/5

6:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,027

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

jue. 1/15

7:45 am-12:25 pm

2 stops39h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 1/24

1:40 pm-5:45 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,059

New YorkShanghai

LGA - SHA

LGASHA

New York LaGuardia

jue. 1/15

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 1/29

1:40 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$1,092

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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 $1,006, 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 $1,047.

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 $1,350. 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 $1,700.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest New York to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,408. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,474.

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 $1,256 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 $1,170 on momondo.

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

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.

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Fastest flight time	14h 50m
Direct flights	Tue and Thu
Airports in Shanghai	1 airport

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 is 1 airport near Shanghai: 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 20h 20m 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 November 2025, there are 16 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.

Best airlines flying from New York to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $601	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $621	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,622 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,047 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $769	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 487 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $803	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,015 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 780 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,060 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $902	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 125 reviews	Search Air China flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $972	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,664 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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