How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as Newark or New York, and flying into Shanghai, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 25m and 26h, respectively.

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

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

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

As of September 2025, 2 flights take off from New York and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 50% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Shanghai are updated daily.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted 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 £738 to £872. The lowest price recently found on this route was £681.

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00:20 - 08:30JFK-PVG

43h 10m1 stop

10:10 - 22:25PVG-JFK

25h 15m1 stop

£681Turkish Airlines

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12:50 - 16:45JFK-PVG

39h 55m1 stop

10:10 - 23:25PVG-JFK

25h 15m1 stop

£682Turkish Airlines

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01:25 - 17:10EWR-PVG

27h 45m1 stop

23:05 - 22:30PVG-EWR

36h 25m1 stop

£682Turkish Airlines

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19:35 - 13:45JFK-PVG

30h 10m1 stop

17:30 - 00:09PVG-JFK

18h 39m1 stop

£698Delta

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17:00 - 17:25EWR-PVG

36h 25m1 stop

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29h 14m1 stop

£698United Airlines

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19:45 - 15:20JFK-PVG

31h 35m1 stop

18:00 - 06:29PVG-JFK

25h 29m2 stops

£701Delta

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01:20 - 10:50JFK-PVG

21h 30m1 stop

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36h 50m1 stop

£707China Airlines

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21:59 - 18:45EWR-PVG

31h 46m2 stops

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20h 50m2 stops

£710United Airlines

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20h 15m1 stop

£732China Airlines

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00:35 - 10:05JFK-PVG

21h 30m1 stop

08:35 - 09:15PVG-JFK

37h 40m1 stop

£736Asiana Airlines

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26 Nov

JFK13:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 30m

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SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

7 Dec

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 40m

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JFK12:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

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24 Sept

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 55m

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SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

13 Oct

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

19h 30m

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JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

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3 Nov

JFK13:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

SHA12:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12 Nov

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 35m

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JFK12:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

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22 Sept

JFK01:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 00m

1 stop

PVG18:25Shanghai Pu Dong

2 Nov

PVG20:10Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 55m

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JFK21:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

£783

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19 Sept

JFK01:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 00m

1 stop

PVG18:25Shanghai Pu Dong

13 Oct

PVG20:05Shanghai Pu Dong

38h 00m

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JFK22:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

£813

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19 Sept

JFK01:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 00m

1 stop

PVG18:25Shanghai Pu Dong

3 Oct

PVG20:05Shanghai Pu Dong

38h 00m

1 stop

JFK22:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 stop43h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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10:10-22:25

1 stop25h 15m

£681

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JFKPVG

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12:50-16:45

1 stop39h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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1 stop25h 15m

£682

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Tue 28/10

01:25-17:10

1 stop27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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23:05-22:30

1 stop36h 25m

£682

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JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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19:35-13:45

1 stop30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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1 stop18h 39m

£698

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17:00-17:25

1 stop36h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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1 stop29h 14m

£698

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JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/10

19:45-15:20

1 stop31h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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18:00-06:29

2 stops25h 29m

£701

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JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/9

01:20-10:50

1 stop21h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/10

19:50-20:40

1 stop36h 50m

£707

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EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Wed 26/11

21:59-18:45

2 stops31h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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13:30-21:20

2 stops20h 50m

£710

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JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 25/9

01:20-18:35

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/10

12:05-20:20

1 stop20h 15m

£732

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JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/10

00:35-10:05

1 stop21h 30m

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Tue 4/11

08:35-09:15

1 stop37h 40m

£736

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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 month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from New York, with most prices found around £786. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai in September, then you should wait until April to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £808.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Shanghai is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to Shanghai in the morning for as low as £928. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Shanghai, so prices are often more expensive at around £2,209 per ticket.

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 £940 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 for as low as £872 on momondo.

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

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How far is New York to Shanghai by plane?
New York and Shanghai are 7361.5 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 19h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from New York to Shanghai are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Shanghai?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Flights from New York to Shanghai with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Shanghai

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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?

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

What is the cheapest New York to Shanghai flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best New York - Shanghai flight prices

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

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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?

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

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

As of September 2025, 2 flights take off from New York and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 50% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as Newark or New York, and flying into Shanghai, then you can expect flight times to average 23h 25m and 26h, respectively.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Shanghai

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How far is New York to Shanghai by plane?

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

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

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

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Shanghai?

Can I find flights from New York to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Shanghai?

I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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