Cheap Flights from New York to Shanghai

Q: How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

Q: How much are return flights from New York to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Shanghai is CHF 852. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from New York to Shanghai?

15 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Shanghai.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from New York to Shanghai?

Air China, China Eastern and United fly direct from New York to Shanghai.

Q: How many flights are there a week from New York to Shanghai?

As of March 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from New York to Shanghai.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from New York to Shanghai is usually March 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from CHF 852 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Shanghai on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from New York to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 19 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from New York to Shanghai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.CHF 429 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 29 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 429, select.

Shanghai.CHF 429 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 7 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 429, select.

Shanghai.CHF 448 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 448, select.

Shanghai.CHF 461 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 461, select.

Shanghai.CHF 462 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 462, select.

Shanghai.CHF 462 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 462, select.

Shanghai.CHF 463 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 463, select.

Shanghai.CHF 463 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From CHF 463, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Alternative New York to Shanghai routes

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New York to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	CHF 429
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	15 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	20

Finding cheap flights from New York to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

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How to find cheap flights to Shanghai from New York

Looking for cheap tickets from New York to Shanghai? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

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