How often are flights from New York to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 42% 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 495 minutes.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as New York or Newark, and flying into Shanghai, then you can expect flight times to average 36h 46m and 47h, respectively.

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

As of January 2026, 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.

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

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

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.

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.

£384 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 £715 to £984. The lowest price recently found on this route was £681.

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01:30 - 15:00

JFK

PVG

25h 30m

1 stop

16:25 - 10:00

PVG

JFK

29h 35m

1 stop

£681Asiana Airlines

Sun, 26 Apr - Sat, 20 Jun

11:45 - 09:45

JFK

SHA

34h 00m

1 stop

10:55 - 23:00

SHA

JFK

24h 05m

1 stop

£695Asiana Airlines

Mon, 27 Apr - Sun, 24 May

01:20 - 08:30

JFK

PVG

43h 10m

1 stop

23:05 - 23:25

PVG

JFK

36h 20m

1 stop

£703Turkish Airlines

Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

01:25 - 17:10

EWR

PVG

27h 45m

1 stop

07:55 - 22:30

PVG

EWR

26h 35m

1 stop

£703Turkish Airlines

Mon, 23 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

20:15 - 17:25

EWR

PVG

33h 10m

1 stop

12:10 - 23:17

PVG

EWR

23h 07m

1 stop

£709United Airlines

Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

21:15 - 17:25

LGA

PVG

32h 10m

2 stops

12:10 - 09:13

PVG

LGA

33h 03m

2 stops

£709United Airlines

Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

11:29 - 19:40

JFK

PVG

20h 11m

1 stop

10:00 - 23:18

PVG

JFK

25h 18m

1 stop

£716Delta

Thu, 30 Apr - Tue, 16 Jun

06:00 - 15:20

EWR

PVG

20h 20m

1 stop

17:30 - 23:02

PVG

EWR

17h 32m

1 stop

£716Delta

Thu, 19 Feb - Sat, 14 Mar

13:20 - 20:10

JFK

PVG

18h 50m

1 stop

11:10 - 11:10

PVG

JFK

36h 00m

1 stop

£718Korean Air

Sun, 3 May - Sat, 23 May

13:20 - 17:05

JFK

SHA

39h 45m

1 stop

18:25 - 11:10

SHA

JFK

28h 45m

1 stop

£732Korean Air

Tue, 28 Apr - Sat, 6 Jun

Asiana Airlines flights from New York to Shanghai

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Asiana Airlines

26 Apr

JFK01:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

PVG15:00Shanghai Pu Dong

20 Jun

PVG16:25Shanghai Pu Dong

29h 35m

1 stop

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£681

Asiana Airlines

27 Apr

JFK11:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 00m

1 stop

SHA09:45Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24 May

SHA10:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

JFK23:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£695

Asiana Airlines

17 Apr

JFK01:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

PVG11:45Shanghai Pu Dong

20 Apr

PVG08:35Shanghai Pu Dong

26h 25m

1 stop

JFK23:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£700

Korean Air flights from New York to Shanghai

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Korean Air

3 May

JFK13:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

PVG20:10Shanghai Pu Dong

23 May

PVG11:10Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 00m

1 stop

JFK11:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

£718

Korean Air

18 Apr

JFK13:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

PVG20:10Shanghai Pu Dong

29 Apr

PVG13:40Shanghai Pu Dong

37h 19m

2 stops

JFK14:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

£726

Korean Air

13 Apr

JFK19:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 05m

2 stops

PVG20:10Shanghai Pu Dong

2 May

PVG11:10Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 00m

1 stop

JFK11:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

£731

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New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 26/4

01:30-15:00

1 stop25h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/6

16:25-10:00

1 stop29h 35m

£681

New YorkShanghai

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/4

11:45-09:45

1 stop34h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 24/5

10:55-23:00

1 stop24h 05m

£695

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

01:20-08:30

1 stop43h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 19/3

23:05-23:25

1 stop36h 20m

£703

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 23/3

01:25-17:10

1 stop27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/4

07:55-22:30

1 stop26h 35m

£703

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 6/4

20:15-17:25

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/4

12:10-23:17

1 stop23h 07m

£709

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Mon 6/4

21:15-17:25

2 stops32h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 20/4

12:10-09:13

2 stops33h 03m

£709

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/4

11:29-19:40

1 stop20h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/6

10:00-23:18

1 stop25h 18m

£716

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Thu 19/2

06:00-15:20

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/3

17:30-23:02

1 stop17h 32m

£716

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

13:20-20:10

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 23/5

11:10-11:10

1 stop36h 00m

£718

New YorkShanghai

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 28/4

13:20-17:05

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/6

18:25-11:10

1 stop28h 45m

£732

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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 £731. 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 £759.

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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 £918 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 £861 on momondo.

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

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New York and Shanghai are 7361.5 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 20h 30m, 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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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?

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

How often are flights from New York to Shanghai delayed?

Historically, on average around 42% 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 495 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 to Shanghai on average per week?

As of January 2026, 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 New York or Newark, and flying into Shanghai, then you can expect flight times to average 36h 46m and 47h, respectively.

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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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