What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Shanghai?

Delta, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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.

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

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

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing 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 that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shanghai on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shanghai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 50% of flights taking off on this day.

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29h 20m

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19:50 - 20:40

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£676China Airlines

Tue, 12 May - Wed, 24 Jun

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19h 55m

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25h 15m

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£679Delta

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07:29 - 19:50

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24h 21m

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24h 04m

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Tue, 31 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr

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21h 10m

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18h 35m

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£738Korean Air

Sun, 8 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

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32h 20m

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13:20 - 17:05

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£782Korean Air

Sun, 12 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

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26h 30m

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£835Cathay Pacific

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Cathay Pacific

16 Feb

JFK13:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 40m

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SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Mar

SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 25m

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JFK12:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£723

Cathay Pacific

16 Feb

JFK13:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 40m

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SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Mar

SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 25m

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JFK12:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£726

Cathay Pacific

16 Feb

JFK13:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 40m

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SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Mar

SHA16:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 25m

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JFK12:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£727

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Japan Airlines

11 May

JFK10:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 50m

1 stop

SHA11:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Oct

SHA12:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 10m

1 stop

JFK17:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

£873

Japan Airlines

5 Mar

JFK09:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 46m

1 stop

SHA11:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Mar

SHA13:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 30m

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JFK19:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

£922

Japan Airlines

16 Feb

JFK09:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 46m

1 stop

SHA11:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

3 Mar

SHA13:10Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

18h 30m

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JFK18:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

£922

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13:20-17:05

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, with most prices found around £739. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in February, then you should wait until March to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £768.

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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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around £917 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as £847 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Shanghai flights?

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How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Shanghai by plane?
New York John F Kennedy Intl and Shanghai are 7372.0 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 20h 30m by plane in normal conditions.
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How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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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What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Shanghai?

Delta, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 departing 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 that experiences the fewest 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 fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shanghai on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shanghai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 50% of flights taking off on this day.

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