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$415+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to New York, NY (NYC)

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SHA — NYC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Shanghai to New York are usually found in February or December, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$800
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$415
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$895
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/75:00 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop32h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/239:20 pmJFK - PVG
2 stops29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$800
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/68:50 amPVG - JFK
1 stop23h 40mKorean Air
Sun 3/91:00 pmJFK - PVG
1 stop32h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 2/20$828
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/78:10 pmPVG - LGA
2 stops29h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/276:29 amLGA - PVG
2 stops22h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$829
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/31:30 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/48:25 pmEWR - PVG
1 stop33h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$829
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:10 pmPVG - LGA
1 stop28h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/26:59 pmLGA - PVG
1 stop31h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$833
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/83:45 pmPVG - LGA
1 stop32h 03mDelta
Mon 4/286:05 amLGA - PVG
2 stops21h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/19$836
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/83:45 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop32h 19mDelta
Mon 4/286:53 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops32h 32mDelta
Deal found 2/19$836
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/67:05 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Sun 3/97:00 pmJFK - PVG
1 stop33h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/20$836
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/212:30 pmSHA - JFK
1 stop23h 15mAir China
Sun 3/162:05 amJFK - SHA
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Deal found 2/19$837
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/74:20 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop30h 45mAsiana Airlines
Wed 4/3012:55 pmJFK - PVG
1 stop20h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 2/19$846
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/27:10 amPVG - JFK
1 stop28h 35mAir China
Sun 3/162:05 amJFK - PVG
1 stop33h 15mAir China
Deal found 2/19$849
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/46:25 pmSHA - JFK
1 stop28h 35mKorean Air
Sat 8/301:20 pmJFK - SHA
1 stop39h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 2/19$860

Find flights from Shanghai to New York within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Shanghai

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/7

5:00 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop32h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/23

3:59 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop34h 51m

$800

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/6

8:50 am-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/9

1:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 45m

$828

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/7

12:10 pm-9:48 am

2 stops33h 38m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/28

7:29 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops33h 56m

$829

ShanghaiNewark

PVG - EWR

PVGEWR

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/3

1:30 pm-7:15 am

2 stops30h 45m

Newark

Tue 3/4

8:25 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$829

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

6:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop28h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/2

6:59 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 51m

$833

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

5:30 pm-8:47 am

2 stops27h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/28

8:55 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$836

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/6

7:05 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/9

7:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$836

ShanghaiNew York

SHA - JFK

SHAJFK

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/2

12:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop23h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/16

2:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$837

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/7

4:20 pm-11:05 am

1 stop30h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/26

12:55 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$846

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/2

7:10 am-10:45 pm

1 stop28h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/16

2:05 am-11:20 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$849

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to New York

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai to New York including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Shanghai to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Shanghai to New York. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai to New York, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to New York (average of $236). Flying from Shanghai to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PVG to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Shanghai to New York at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 46% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to New York. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to New York flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Korean Air and ANA from Shanghai to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,200 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Piotr,Feb 2025

TPE - ORD

It is always a pleasure to travel with EVA Air.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to New York round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $800. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Korean Air and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $828 and $829, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to New York one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is XiamenAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $453. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Shanghai to New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to New York?

    The most popular route from Shanghai to New York is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Newark.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to New York?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,432 for a flight from Shanghai to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $615 while the most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $860.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Shanghai to New York?

    Shanghai to New York flights have a layover in Tokyo most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Tokyo?

    Akihabara Electric Town, Roppongi Hills, and Tsukiji Outer Market are the most popular attractions in Tokyo if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Akihabara Electric Town, Roppongi Hills, and Tsukiji Outer Market can be accessed by traveling approximately 10.3 mi, 8.5 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Tokyo Haneda. Travelers can rent a car at Tokyo Haneda for an average daily rate of $64 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Shanghai to New York flights?

    Of the flights from Shanghai to New York that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Seoul.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to New York (average of $236). Flying from Shanghai to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Shanghai to New York

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to New York. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$676Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$807Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$816Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$831Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$1,061Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,068Average$1,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,073Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,141Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
China EasternCheapest$2,087Average$2,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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