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$438+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to New York, NY (NYC)

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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — NYC
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
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$734
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$438
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,026
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:50 amPVG - EWR
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1412:01 amEWR - PVG
2 stops45h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$734
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:55 amSHA - EWR
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1412:01 amEWR - SHA
2 stops44h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$751
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Tue 11/185:35 pmPVG - LGA
2 stops31h 48mAir Canada
Sat 11/2212:45 pmLGA - PVG
2 stops38h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 11/1$762
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Tue 11/185:35 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop36h 18mAir Canada
Sat 11/226:25 pmEWR - PVG
1 stop32h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 11/1$765
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Tue 11/185:35 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops35h 34mAir Canada
Sat 11/224:50 pmJFK - PVG
2 stops34h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 11/1$769
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Mon 11/245:35 pmPVG - LGA
2 stops29h 18mAir Canada
Thu 1/297:45 pmLGA - PVG
2 stops31h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 11/1$792
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 11/145:35 pmPVG - EWR
1 stop36h 18mAir Canada
Sun 2/86:25 pmEWR - PVG
1 stop32h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$792
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 11/145:35 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops40h 23mAir Canada
Sun 2/810:05 amJFK - PVG
2 stops40h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$792
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Fri 11/215:35 pmPVG - EWR
2 stops32h 53mAir Canada
Mon 2/26:55 pmEWR - PVG
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 11/1$798
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 11/215:35 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops40h 23mAir Canada
Sat 1/319:45 amJFK - PVG
2 stops41h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$798
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/275:35 pmPVG - LGA
2 stops30h 08mAir Canada
Tue 2/37:50 pmLGA - PVG
2 stops31h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$804
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 11/265:35 pmPVG - JFK
2 stops35h 34mAir Canada
Sat 1/314:50 pmJFK - PVG
2 stops34h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 11/2$804

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to New York 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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to New York that are best for you.

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiNewark

SHA - EWR

SHAEWR

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

10:55 am-9:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Newark

Sun 12/14

12:01 am-9:10 am

2 stops44h 09m

$751

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/24

5:35 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops31h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/29

7:45 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$792

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/23

5:35 pm-8:07 am

2 stops27h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

7:50 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$804

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/28

5:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops28h 38m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/4

7:50 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$804

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/27

5:35 pm-8:07 am

2 stops27h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 2/1

6:45 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$804

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/28

5:35 pm-10:43 am

2 stops30h 08m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/3

7:50 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$804

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - LGA

PVGLGA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/28

5:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops28h 38m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 1/29

3:30 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$804

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/7

10:10 am-10:25 pm

1 stop25h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/22

1:20 am-8:30 am

1 stop43h 10m

$925

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/10

9:55 am-12:05 pm

1 stop38h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/23

8:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 50m

$925

ShanghaiNew York

PVG - JFK

PVGJFK

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/3

10:10 am-10:25 pm

1 stop25h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/29

12:50 pm-8:30 am

1 stop30h 40m

$949

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Shanghai to New York. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai to New York, you should look to book at least 66 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 Shanghai to New York?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to New York (average of $359). Flying from Shanghai to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,062). 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 SHA to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Shanghai to New York by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to New York flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shanghai to New York?

The best insider tips for Shanghai to New York flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Shanghai to New York trip
Airports
PVG

Prepare for long security lines at PVG. Arrive 2.5 hours early for check-in and security, especially for international flights.

Read more about PVGby Joe Minihane
JFK

Use the AirTrain from Jamaica or Howard Beach to reach JFK terminals. Allow 30 minutes for this transfer.

Read more about JFKby Chris Dong
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Joe Minihane

Joe Minihane

Expert on PVG

Joe Minihane

Joe Minihane

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

Expert on JFK

Chris Dong

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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Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, Japan Airlines, and Delta from Shanghai to New York 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
1,158 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,158 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,158 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,600 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,158 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,158 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,048 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,158 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,158 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $956, Air Canada can have you in New York from Shanghai in 25h 05m. The distance from Shanghai to New York is about 7373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to New York round-trip?

    Flying on Air China is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $676. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $829 and $841, respectively. Air China is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $584. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and Korean Air, as they are both options that can get you from Shanghai to New York for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from Shanghai to New York is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Newark or Shanghai Pu Dong - New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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

    Shanghai to New York flights have a layover in Tokyo most often.

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

    Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower are the most popular attractions in Tokyo if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Akihabara Electric Town, Tsukiji Outer Market, and Tokyo Tower can be accessed by traveling approximately 10.3 mi, 7.9 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Tokyo Haneda. Travelers can rent a car at Tokyo Haneda for an average daily rate of $56 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    Of the flights from Shanghai to New York that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Seoul.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to New York (average of $359). Flying from Shanghai to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,062). 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 Shanghai to New York

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to New York. 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$676Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$829Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$924Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$944Average$1,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$959Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$960Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China EasternCheapest$2,068Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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