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$499+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to 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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SHA
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:55 pm
JFK
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CGO
2 stops46h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 5/127:55 am
CGO
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JFK
2 stops39h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/18$876
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/211:30 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Sat 5/24:50 pm
PEK
-
JFK
1 stop18h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/16$887
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/101:30 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 5/2510:40 am
PEK
-
JFK
1 stop24h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/17$888
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:00 pm
JFK
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PKX
2 stops35h 10m
SAUDIA
Wed 4/296:15 pm
PKX
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JFK
1 stop27h 45m
SAUDIA
Deal found 2/19$889
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 4/51:30 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop24h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 4/134:50 pm
PEK
-
JFK
1 stop18h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/17$890
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/291:30 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop26h 20m
Asiana Airlines
Mon 9/74:50 pm
PEK
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JFK
1 stop18h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/16$891
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Wed 9/307:00 pm
JFK
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PKX
2 stops35h 10m
SAUDIA
Mon 10/269:25 pm
PKX
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JFK
2 stops48h 35m
SAUDIA
Deal found 2/16$892
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/211:45 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop40h 05m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 5/263:30 pm
PEK
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/15$893
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Fri 8/211:30 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 9/133:30 pm
PEK
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JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/17$894
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/227:00 pm
JFK
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PKX
2 stops35h 15m
SAUDIA
Wed 4/296:15 pm
PKX
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JFK
1 stop27h 45m
SAUDIA
Deal found 2/18$897
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/711:45 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop33h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Sun 4/264:50 pm
PEK
-
JFK
1 stop18h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/17$899
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/211:30 am
JFK
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PEK
1 stop20h 00m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 11/175:30 pm
PEK
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JFK
1 stop27h 45m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 2/19$900

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to China flight deals. Data was last updated February 19, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$876
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$499
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,030

Good round-trip deal

$1,207 or less

Good one-way deal

$673 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to China 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 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China that are best for you.

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New YorkQingdao

JFK - TAO

JFKTAO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/26

8:55 pm-7:35 am

2 stops46h 40m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Thu 5/14

8:50 am-11:10 am

2 stops38h 20m

$926

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/11

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/30

1:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop32h 50m

$936

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

1:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/25

4:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$936

New YorkBeijing

JFK - PEK

JFKPEK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/16

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop20h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sun 5/3

4:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$936

New YorkQingdao

JFK - TAO

JFKTAO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/19

9:15 pm-7:35 am

2 stops46h 20m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

Wed 4/22

8:50 am-11:10 am

2 stops38h 20m

$938

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/11

7:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/14

5:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

$955

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/9

7:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/16

5:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

$955

New YorkShanghai

JFK - PVG

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/30

7:29 am-7:50 pm

1 stop24h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

9:55 am-10:00 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$955

New YorkShanghai

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

11:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop34h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/22

10:55 am-11:00 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$956

New YorkShanghai

JFK - SHA

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/12

11:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop34h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/27

10:55 am-11:00 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$956

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China (average of $525). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 JFK to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 19, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to China. Price data was last updated on February 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from New York to China delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between New York and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 353 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to China flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to China flights?

Over the last year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated February 19, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, and China Eastern from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,194 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,194 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,194 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,171 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,194 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
195 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,194 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,194 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China?

    Departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China will take you 20h 35m. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China is about 7373 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $396 on Korean Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $416 and Asiana Airlines from $456 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China?

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Fuzhou, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to China 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China (average of $525). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 John F Kennedy Intl to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to China. 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 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$433Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$504Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$621Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$800Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China AirlinesCheapest$871Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Cathay PacificCheapest$878Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$880Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Gulf AirCheapest$916Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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