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$471+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Shanghai, China

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EWR — SHA
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
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Cheap flight deals from Newark to Shanghai

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 April 15, 2025.

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(Kiwi.com)

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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 April 15, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/152:41 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops36h 19mAir Canada
Sun 11/305:50 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops32h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 4/15$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/217:00 amEWR - PVG
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/148:10 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop20h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,001
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/218:00 amEWR - PVG
1 stop21h 25mLufthansa
Sun 5/48:10 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop22h 36mLufthansa
Deal found 4/14$1,005
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 9/16:31 amEWR - PVG
1 stop20h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/15:00 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop30h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,008
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:30 pmEWR - SHA
2 stops28h 30mAir China
Sun 10/510:30 pmSHA - EWR
2 stops45h 35mAir China
Deal found 4/14$1,039
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 4/165:55 amEWR - PVG
1 stop19h 50mDelta
Tue 5/63:45 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop19h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/15$1,047
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/88:15 amEWR - PVG
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/81:15 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops22h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,058
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/37:55 pmEWR - SHA
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/225:30 pmSHA - EWR
2 stops26h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,124
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/215:25 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops31h 30mAir China
Fri 5/163:45 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops34h 43mAir China
Deal found 4/14$1,160
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sat 4/265:55 amEWR - SHA
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/71:30 pmSHA - EWR
2 stops29h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,185
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 9/36:00 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops37h 35mChina Airlines
Sun 11/212:05 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops39h 49mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,233
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2812:30 amEWR - PVG
1 stop28h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/1510:25 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,238

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 4/21

7:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/14

8:10 pm-5:01 am

1 stop20h 51m

$1,001

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 4/21

8:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/4

8:10 pm-6:46 am

1 stop22h 36m

$1,005

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Sun 4/20

5:59 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop32h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/11

5:00 pm-10:27 am

2 stops29h 27m

$1,013

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

Thu 9/11

5:30 pm-10:00 am

2 stops28h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/5

10:30 pm-8:05 am

2 stops45h 35m

$1,039

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Thu 4/24

5:55 am-3:25 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/13

5:30 pm-11:42 am

2 stops30h 12m

$1,052

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Wed 5/14

9:00 am-1:25 am

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/21

2:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$1,104

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

Sat 5/3

7:55 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/22

5:30 pm-7:33 am

2 stops26h 03m

$1,124

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 4/21

5:25 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/16

3:45 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops34h 43m

$1,160

NewarkShanghai

EWR - SHA

EWRSHA

Newark

Sat 4/26

5:55 am-9:50 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/7

1:30 pm-7:20 am

2 stops29h 50m

$1,185

NewarkShanghai

EWR - PVG

EWRPVG

Newark

Mon 4/28

12:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/15

10:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,238

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Shanghai

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

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 April 11, 2025.

Booking 9 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Newark Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 April 15, 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 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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. 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 April 15, 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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
841 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
729 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,176 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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 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 $1,001, 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 Lufthansa and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,005 and $1,013, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 28% 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 $488 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $504 and Air China from $575 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Newark Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 8 airlines flying from Newark to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air ChinaCheapest$960Average$1,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$995Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,001Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,005Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,193Average$1,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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