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$420+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SHA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Newark to Shanghai are usually found in February or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,063
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$420
(Kiwi.com)

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February

Average price

$1,123
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 4/103:55 pmEWR - PVG
1 stop37h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/218:10 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop23h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,063
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 10/188:20 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops31h 05mDelta
Sat 11/15:30 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop17h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,064
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/249:18 amEWR - SHA
3 stops35h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/92:50 pmSHA - EWR
3 stops35h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,064
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:59 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops38h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/262:20 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,071
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 1/312:45 pmEWR - SHA
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Fri 2/145:30 pmSHA - EWR
2 stops24h 59mAir China
Deal found 1/20$1,077
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/91:30 amEWR - PVG
1 stop27h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/2511:00 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop36h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,080
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/252:45 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops32h 40mAir China
Fri 3/144:30 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops35h 00mAir China
Deal found 1/19$1,118
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/178:00 pmEWR - SHA
2 stops28h 15mANA
Wed 10/151:35 pmSHA - EWR
2 stops27h 33mANA
Deal found 1/19$1,152
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/179:03 amEWR - PVG
2 stops27h 32mANA
Thu 5/88:25 amPVG - EWR
2 stops32h 36mANA
Deal found 1/20$1,191
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:59 pmEWR - SHA
2 stops33h 06mKorean Air
Wed 10/86:25 pmSHA - EWR
2 stops31h 22mKorean Air
Deal found 1/20$1,420
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/247:00 amEWR - SHA
2 stops39h 45mJapan Airlines
Fri 2/71:10 pmSHA - EWR
2 stops41h 48mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,691

Find flights from Newark to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark to Shanghai 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 January 21, 2025.

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NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Thu 4/10

3:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/21

8:10 pm-7:21 am

1 stop23h 11m

$1,063

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

Mon 2/24

9:18 am-10:10 am

3 stops35h 52m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/9

2:50 pm-1:38 pm

3 stops35h 48m

$1,064

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Tue 2/18

6:59 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops38h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/26

2:20 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$1,071

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

Fri 1/31

2:45 pm-10:55 am

2 stops31h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/14

5:30 pm-5:29 am

2 stops24h 59m

$1,077

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Thu 3/20

4:15 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

7:20 am-2:28 pm

2 stops43h 08m

$1,079

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Sun 3/9

1:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/25

11:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$1,080

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Sat 4/12

6:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/1

3:45 pm-8:55 am

1 stop29h 10m

$1,084

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Thu 4/17

9:03 am-12:35 am

2 stops27h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/8

8:25 am-5:01 am

2 stops32h 36m

$1,191

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

Fri 2/21

6:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops41h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

1:40 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops43h 42m

$1,219

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

Sat 4/19

9:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/31

6:25 pm-1:46 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,470

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Travel insights for flights from Newark to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Newark Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 EWR to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 January 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Newark Airport to Shanghai in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Shanghai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about ANA, United Airlines and Delta. 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.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,063, United Airlines will fly you from Newark Airport to Shanghai and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Air China - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,066 and $1,077, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $479 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $504 and American Airlines from $509 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Newark Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 Newark to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$926Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$977Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EVA AirCheapest$995Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
China AirlinesCheapest$1,015Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,029Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,034Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,076Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,076Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,199Average$1,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
SWISSCheapest$1,478Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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