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$488+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Shanghai, China

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NYC — SHA
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Expedia
1 star

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,000
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$488
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,219
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From New York (NYC) to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($451 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from New York to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

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Tue 9/168:05 amEWR - PVG
2 stops24h 05mKorean Air
Mon 9/228:50 amPVG - EWR
2 stops40h 57mKorean Air
Deal found 3/27$999
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Sat 4/195:59 amEWR - PVG
1 stop20h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/55:00 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop30h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,000
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Wed 4/96:00 amEWR - PVG
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Mon 4/143:45 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop19h 14mDelta
Deal found 3/26$1,001
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Wed 10/16:30 amLGA - PVG
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/255:00 pmPVG - LGA
1 stop31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,009
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Sat 4/53:35 pmJFK - PVG
1 stop35h 50mDelta
Thu 4/173:45 pmPVG - JFK
1 stop19h 38mDelta
Deal found 3/26$1,010
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Mon 3/3110:30 amEWR - PVG
1 stop43h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/88:10 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop20h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,010
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Thu 5/228:20 pmLGA - PVG
2 stops29h 45mAir Canada
Fri 6/203:55 pmPVG - LGA
2 stops27h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$1,010
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Mon 4/2111:55 amEWR - PVG
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/63:55 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops29h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,012
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Sun 11/23:59 pmJFK - PVG
1 stop35h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/216:10 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops26h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,013
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/195:15 pmLGA - PVG
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/83:55 pmPVG - LGA
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,015
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/126:07 pmLGA - PVG
2 stops33h 18mDelta
Mon 4/213:45 pmPVG - LGA
1 stop19h 54mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,016
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Wed 9/101:10 pmJFK - PVG
1 stop35h 15mKorean Air
Thu 9/188:50 amPVG - JFK
1 stop38h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 3/26$1,018

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Shanghai that are best for you.

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NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Sat 4/19

5:59 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/5

5:00 pm-11:33 am

1 stop30h 33m

$1,000

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Wed 4/9

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/17

3:45 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop19h 14m

$1,001

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 3/31

10:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop43h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

8:10 pm-5:01 am

1 stop20h 51m

$1,010

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/22

8:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

3:55 pm-7:48 am

2 stops27h 53m

$1,010

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/5

3:35 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/17

3:45 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop19h 38m

$1,010

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 4/21

11:55 am-4:30 am

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/6

3:55 pm-9:46 am

2 stops29h 51m

$1,012

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/5

3:59 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop34h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/5

5:00 pm-7:52 am

2 stops26h 52m

$1,013

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/19

5:15 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops32h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/5

3:55 pm-8:03 am

2 stops28h 08m

$1,015

New YorkShanghai

LGA - PVG

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/12

6:07 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/21

3:45 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop19h 54m

$1,016

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/24

12:55 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop38h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/11

3:55 pm-9:39 am

2 stops29h 44m

$1,019

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Shanghai flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York-Shanghai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Airports
JFK

For a quick trip to JFK, consider the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station, taking about 20-25 minutes to reach the airport.

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PVG

Use the Maglev train for a fast 8-minute ride from Longyang Road to PVG, avoiding traffic delays.

Read more about PVGby Joe Minihane
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Joe has been obsessed with travel and flying ever since he was a child. He's a freelance travel journalist and author, and his work has appeared in The Times, Guardian and CNN. As a Europe obsessive, he has stayed in Zurich on a swimming adventure around the city, used Geneva as a base for Alpine adventures and spent time in Copenhagen soaking up the world class culture and cuisine, all the while exploring the best hotels these cities have to offer.

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Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Shanghai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 4 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 New York to Shanghai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from New York to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,807). 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 NYC to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

When flying from New York to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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 Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Shanghai. 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 New York to Shanghai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,000, American Airlines will fly you from New York to Shanghai and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,001 and $1,010, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $488. Users have also found prices from $501 and $509 on American Airlines and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $690. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for $949 on average our data indicates $3,490 when flying from New York to Shanghai.

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

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

    Akihabara Electric Town, Tokyo Tower, and Tsukiji Outer Market are the most popular attractions in Tokyo if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Travelers on a layover in Tokyo can visit Akihabara Electric Town, Tokyo Tower, and Tsukiji Outer Market, by traveling 10.3 mi, 7.9 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively after landing at Tokyo Haneda. Travelers can book a car rental at Tokyo Haneda for about $66 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are currently the most popular points of interest in Taipei City at the moment. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market and Raohe Street Night Market are located about 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Taipei City looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $83 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Seoul?

    Dongdaemun Market, Myeongdong Cathedral, and Bukchon Hanok Village are the most popular attractions in Seoul if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Dongdaemun Market, Myeongdong Cathedral, and Bukchon Hanok Village are located about 31.6 mi, 30.4 mi, and 30.6 mi, respectively from Incheon Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Seoul can rent one for about $51 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Shanghai 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 New York to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from New York to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,807). 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 New York to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York to Shanghai. 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 March 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$504Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ChinaCheapest$926Average$1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China AirlinesCheapest$967Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Korean AirCheapest$980Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EVA AirCheapest$995Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$996Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,001Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,062Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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