Flight information for New York to Shanghai
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Shanghai
| Fastest flight time | 15h 00m | The fastest flight from New York to Shanghai takes 15h 00m |
| Direct flights | Mon and Wed | Direct flights go from New York to Shanghai on Monday and Wednesday. The only airline offering direct flights is China Eastern. |
| Airports in Shanghai | 2 airports | There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA) |
How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Shanghai
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What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Shanghai?
September
The cheapest time of year to fly to Shanghai from New York is September. The most expensive is December.
What is the cheapest New York to Shanghai flight route?
Newark - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fly from Newark to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl for the best New York - Shanghai flight prices
How far in advance should you book New York to Shanghai flights?
42 days before
The cheapest time to buy a flight from New York to Shanghai is approximately 42 days to departure
Easily compare return flights from New York to Shanghai
Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next three months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from New York to Shanghai by changing tabs
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5 Apr![EVA Air]()
27 Apr
JFK21:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
PVG20:05Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 55m
1 stop
JFK06:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
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9 May
JFK12:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 10m
2 stops
PVG18:05Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG09:10Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 55m
1 stop
JFK06:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
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27 Apr
JFK15:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 10m
1 stop
PVG15:15Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG05:20Shanghai Pu Dong
41h 20m
1 stop
JFK22:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
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22 Apr
JFK21:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
PVG20:05Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG12:00Shanghai Pu Dong
18h 05m
1 stop
JFK06:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
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11 Feb
JFK19:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 45m
1 stop
PVG18:05Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG08:15Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 55m
1 stop
JFK05:10New York John F Kennedy Intl
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29 Oct![United Airlines]()
31 Oct
EWR04:35Newark
44h 25m
2 stops
PVG01:00Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG16:15Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 42m
2 stops
EWR14:57Newark
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1 Nov![Delta]()
13 Nov
JFK13:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
2 stops
PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG04:50Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 17m
2 stops
JFK04:07New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1 Nov![Multiple Airlines]()
30 Nov
EWR16:45Newark
56h 15m
3 stops
PVG01:00Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG05:25Shanghai Pu Dong
40h 20m
1 stop
EWR21:45Newark
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29 Oct![United Airlines]()
31 Oct
EWR04:35Newark
44h 25m
2 stops
PVG01:00Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG16:15Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 11m
3 stops
EWR18:26Newark
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29 Oct![United Airlines]()
31 Oct
LGA02:25New York LaGuardia
46h 35m
3 stops
PVG01:00Shanghai Pu Dong
PVG16:15Shanghai Pu Dong
29h 13m
3 stops
LGA21:28New York LaGuardia
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 21h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
Can I fly to Shanghai from New York right now?
Information is based on travel restrictions from New York to Shanghai
Most visitors from New York will not be allowed to enter Shanghai.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from New York must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to Shanghai.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from New York are not required to quarantine after entering Shanghai.
Documents
Health Declaration Form - Must be presented upon arrival
Most visitors from New York will not be allowed to enter Shanghai.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from New York must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to Shanghai.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from New York are not required to quarantine after entering Shanghai.
Documents
Health Declaration Form - Must be presented upon arrival
Can I fly back to New York from Shanghai?
Returning to New York from Shanghai
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Shanghai must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to New York.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Shanghai are not required to quarantine after entering New York.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Shanghai must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to New York.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Shanghai are not required to quarantine after entering New York.