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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 £801. 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 £811.
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 £925. 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 £2,202 per ticket.
How many flights depart from New York to Shanghai on average per week?
As of June 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 30h 35m and 33h 15m, respectively.
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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 18h 20m, 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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Shanghai?
We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from New York to Shanghai for you.
Can I find flights from New York to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?
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.
How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Shanghai?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Shanghai from New York.
I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to Shanghai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Shanghai from New York. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.