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Flights to Shanghai, China in 2026

Cheapest flights to Shanghai

Wed 12/26:05 am -
2 stops29h 35m
Tue 12/81:45 am -
2 stops31h 14m
Deal found 11/7$942
Mon 11/2310:30 am -
1 stop36h 25m
Mon 11/304:25 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Deal found 11/4$945
Mon 11/912:55 pm -
2 stops32h 05m
Thu 11/197:00 pm -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 11/7$945
Tue 12/19:00 pm -
1 stop36h 00m
Tue 12/156:20 pm -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 11/7$946
Mon 11/912:55 pm -
2 stops32h 05m
Thu 12/39:45 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 11/5$946
Tue 12/19:00 pm -
1 stop36h 00m
Tue 2/96:20 pm -
1 stop33h 40m
Deal found 11/7$947
Mon 11/3010:30 am -
1 stop22h 25m
Tue 12/811:35 am -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 11/4$948
Mon 11/3010:30 am -
1 stop22h 25m
Tue 2/91:10 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Deal found 11/7$950
Wed 12/210:30 am -
1 stop22h 30m
Fri 12/116:20 pm -
1 stop33h 40m
Deal found 11/6$951
Sat 11/712:30 pm -
2 stops38h 20m
Wed 11/111:45 am -
1 stop34h 00m
Deal found 11/4$952
Fri 11/2012:55 pm -
2 stops32h 05m
Sat 12/510:10 am -
2 stops61h 45m
Deal found 11/4$952
Sun 12/69:00 pm -
1 stop36h 00m
Tue 2/1611:35 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Deal found 11/5$953

Find flight deals to Shanghai

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,017

Round-trip from

$942

One-way from

$379
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($186 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
From New York to Shanghai
One-way flight from New York to Shanghai

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New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/6

2:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$527

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/16

2:40 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop42h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$527

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/1

10:30 am-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$528

New YorkShanghai

LGA New York LaGuardia - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

LGAPVG

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/18

6:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$558

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/13

12:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$563

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/19

1:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$563

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

JFKSHA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/21

2:55 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop36h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$573
Quickest round-trip

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/3

1:20 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$578

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/18

7:20 am-7:55 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$583

New YorkShanghai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

JFKPVG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/2

6:40 am-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-11:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$583

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Shanghai

How long is the flight to Shanghai?

On average, a flight from New York to Shanghai takes 17 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Shanghai from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Shanghai are Delta, Turkish Airlines and Asiana Airlines.

Rainfall in Shanghai 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

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Shanghai?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 64 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.

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Joe Minihane

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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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown ANA,Asiana Airlines, andDelta to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site
8.3
Very good

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ryan,Aug 2026

JFK - HND

Cheap tickets .com booked wrong flight and I had to change everything for an up charge. Remove them from your site

FAQs about flying to Shanghai

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Shanghai if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Shanghai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Shanghai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, ANA is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Shanghai.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Shanghai?

    A round-trip flight to Shanghai will typically cost around $469, however they can be found for as little as $101.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Shanghai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Shanghai, Seattle/Tacoma Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Shanghai Pu Dong have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Pu Dong can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shanghai Pu Dong?

    Yes. Shanghai Pu Dong has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Dazhong Airport Hotel South Building is the closest property to Shanghai Pu Dong (0.0 mi away from Shanghai Pu Dong).

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