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 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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 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 and 36h 45m, respectively.

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

As of December 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 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 475 minutes.

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

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

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.

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 £878 to £1,766. The lowest price recently found on this route was £660.

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00:25 - 17:10

EWR

PVG

27h 45m1 stop

10:10 - 23:30

PVG

EWR

25h 20m1 stop

£660Turkish Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

00:25 - 08:30

EWR

PVG

43h 05m1 stop

23:05 - 23:30

PVG

EWR

36h 25m1 stop

£668Turkish Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

08:40 - 18:55

EWR

PVG

21h 15m1 stop

13:30 - 18:59

PVG

EWR

18h 29m1 stop

£708United Airlines

Sun, 11 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan

08:40 - 18:55

EWR

PVG

21h 15m1 stop

13:30 - 18:59

PVG

EWR

18h 29m1 stop

£710United Airlines

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

18:59 - 15:50

JFK

PVG

31h 51m1 stop

17:30 - 22:05

PVG

JFK

17h 35m1 stop

£715Delta

Sun, 28 Dec - Wed, 21 Jan

06:00 - 15:20

LGA

PVG

20h 20m1 stop

17:30 - 23:42

PVG

LGA

19h 12m1 stop

£715Delta

Wed, 7 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan

00:30 - 10:05

JFK

PVG

21h 35m1 stop

16:25 - 22:20

PVG

JFK

17h 55m1 stop

£720Asiana Airlines

Wed, 15 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

00:30 - 17:00

JFK

SHA

28h 30m1 stop

18:10 - 10:50

SHA

JFK

28h 40m1 stop

£750Asiana Airlines

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 20 May

20:59 - 17:05

JFK

SHA

56h 06m2 stops

18:25 - 14:41

SHA

JFK

32h 16m2 stops

£766Korean Air

Sat, 18 Apr - Fri, 1 May

13:20 - 17:05

JFK

SHA

39h 45m1 stop

18:25 - 11:10

SHA

JFK

28h 45m1 stop

£795Korean Air

Sun, 5 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

Cathay Pacific flights from New York to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

11 Mar

JFK14:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 40m

1 stop

SHA15:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 Apr

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 40m

1 stop

JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£789

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3 Mar

JFK13:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 15m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

25 Mar

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 25m

1 stop

JFK13:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£791

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Cathay Pacific

31 Jan

JFK13:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 15m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17 Feb

SHA13:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 25m

1 stop

JFK12:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£826

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Korean Air

5 May

JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

PVG20:10Shanghai Pu Dong

21 May

PVG08:50Shanghai Pu Dong

38h 20m

1 stop

JFK11:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

£739

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Korean Air

18 Apr

JFK20:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

56h 06m

2 stops

SHA17:05Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

1 May

SHA18:25Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 16m

2 stops

JFK14:41New York John F Kennedy Intl

£766

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Korean Air

11 Feb

JFK12:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

35h 35m

1 stop

PVG12:35Shanghai Pu Dong

3 Mar

PVG14:00Shanghai Pu Dong

33h 00m

1 stop

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£780

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Newark

Wed 4/3

00:25-17:10

1 stop27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/3

10:10-23:30

1 stop25h 20m

£660

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EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Wed 4/3

00:25-08:30

1 stop43h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/3

23:05-23:30

1 stop36h 25m

£668

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Sun 11/1

08:40-18:55

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 24/1

13:30-18:59

1 stop18h 29m

£708

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 12/1

08:40-18:55

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 26/1

13:30-18:59

1 stop18h 29m

£710

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 28/12

18:59-15:50

1 stop31h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 21/1

17:30-22:05

1 stop17h 35m

£715

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/1

06:00-15:20

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/1

17:30-23:42

1 stop19h 12m

£715

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 15/4

00:30-10:05

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/4

16:25-22:20

1 stop17h 55m

£720

New YorkShanghai

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

00:30-17:00

1 stop28h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 20/5

18:10-10:50

1 stop28h 40m

£750

New YorkShanghai

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/4

20:59-17:05

2 stops56h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 1/5

18:25-14:41

2 stops32h 16m

£766

New YorkShanghai

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/4

13:20-17:05

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/4

18:25-11:10

1 stop28h 45m

£795

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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 £750. 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 £781.

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 £939. 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 £2,234 per ticket.

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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 £946 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 £887 on momondo.

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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.
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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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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 Asiana Airlines 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 475 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 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of December 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 and 36h 45m, respectively.

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